We're renovating a narrowboat! | THEN & NOW 1 year narrowboat restoration

We're renovating a narrowboat! | THEN & NOW 1 year narrowboat restoration | TIMELAPSE

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Жыл бұрын

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Episode 26 - In this week's vlog about the narrowboat restoration, we share everything we've built over the last 1 year. 1 year of boat restoration in just 22 minutes! Enjoy!
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@user-kev-k5v 9 ай бұрын

That’s because your relationship is very stable and even I can see how much you are both so in love such is your lives 👍

@nata3467 4 ай бұрын

wish I could live in a narrowboat here in the states...love all the renovations

@captainsergiya 8 ай бұрын

Great video, Captain! I am the Captain of a large Cape Size (LOA 298 mtrs) vessel, I would love to sail on such a Nice Lady!

@davidmurphy1653 9 ай бұрын

We are all stronger than we know our true self to be as we are truly exorodinary beings who have not been metaly trained properly to live out an exponential life that we could have of we could reboot ower state of being.love the work you done together.❤

@sandylerski9352 Ай бұрын

You should be proud of yourselves as you have done wonders with your boat. Well done.

@mikeboone4425 7 ай бұрын

Were with you now . All the best .

@mitziyoung9668 6 ай бұрын

I'm just joining you guys in my research to hopefully start my boat renovation in the summer 2024 back home in Prince Edward Island, Canada. I look forward to following along and learning from you guys. Thanks for sharing and much love from a Canadian currently living in Uruguay, South American. ❤

@user-ub9th6mf9t 7 ай бұрын

Ausome way to get to know your soul mate ...i think every one should do that ❤

@marcelraymonddevries2596 9 ай бұрын

Much work,but very very beautiful 👍👍👍🍀🍀🍀

@markdemelo7221 8 ай бұрын

This been my dream forever omg CONGRATS.... and never be shy to do anything just do it u would of lost out on the greatest thing you've ever done.... u can do anything as long as you just do it.... living a dream im so jealous!!!

@DriftwoodFolk 8 ай бұрын

Wise words there mate!

@markquickfall8098 7 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed your journey you come across a wholesome couple best of luck for the rest of the renovation if it's anything like the first part it will come out amazing 🤞👍

@oneshoan Жыл бұрын

We really enjoyed your 1 year anniversary on the boat. When we were dating and thought it was serious, we took a 2 week trip to a mostly deserted island. Boats and deserted islands can’t be beat for learning about a person. Your boat is a masterpiece in the making!

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Soooo true, and I love that you guys did that! How cool!

@rotinkerbell Жыл бұрын

gosh - I had forgotten how much you had to get done in returning the boat to a blank slate... Wow you have achieved so much. Well done both xx

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Yeah we had forgotten too haha thanks for watching!

@tonymaloney1563 9 ай бұрын

Nice project, nice presentation, nice thoughts

@ericd7975 9 ай бұрын

Good stuff. Very impressive and entertaining

@jamiecoia8842 2 ай бұрын

Very impressive effort!

@johnbradley1599 9 ай бұрын

Inspirational, thank you for sharing.

@ednahawkesworth7551 8 ай бұрын

What an amazing job you’ve made of the restoration. Hats off to the both of you 🤩

@michealspringett1340 Жыл бұрын

nice to see two young people building a home together reminds me of my late wife and myself starting off on our married life together good luck to you both 😊😊😊

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

That’s so sweet, Michael 😊 I’m really sorry for your loss x

@ronaldpowell4319 Жыл бұрын

You too are a beautiful couple good luck whatever good luck whatever you achieve . You work very hard to prove you do I think you're a great couple great couple and good rich and good regards to both of your parents. Ron

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ronald! :)

@shogun666able Жыл бұрын

Looking good now, can't wait to see it finished with all your together touches. Happy days you will never forget and end up with something beautiful and as you wanted it, a real cosy home. Nothing better than a picnic and drinks on the bank of the river looking at what you two have achieved. Even better still a warm cubbly winter's night in surrounded by your things, giggling at the mistakes made and cougared together.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Can't wait! 🥰

@RetireMentalityChallenged Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see the fit out from here on. Good work! Keep the faith!

@timburgess99 Жыл бұрын

Best vlog I've seen this year. I'm on this journey with you & I don't even own a boat. Your both stars. Truly inspirational

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much 🥰🥲

@alison7630 Жыл бұрын

Well done to you both. What a journey but you have learned so much. Soon you will be able to sit back and say "we did this, we built this" ❤

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Yes we will! 💛

@peteracke2209 9 ай бұрын

So nice to see a woman who is prepared to build a home with her partner instead of just expecting one to be provided...you build a life together, you find out about each other and you help each other for a common goal....and at the end have a home to enjoy thats way better than a house..that is permanently at one anchored spot and cannot move.. Just found your channel this morning !

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Hi Peter glad to have you aboard 💪🏽. Yup Nesha is amazing if I do day so myself ha. Thanks for saying much appreciated. It's a long journey due to us both working full time and in a long distance relationship but once it's done it's gonna look grand

@RobinMuirhead 9 ай бұрын

Very informative blog!

@gl2856 9 ай бұрын

My first visit , looking good , well done so I’ve subscribed, Graham

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@craigshrimpton5765 9 ай бұрын

I love these projects. It's good to see you strip it down to bare bones to start anew. Can't wait to see the journey of you and Mike and the rebuild.

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Craig! Glad you’re enjoying our project 😄 good to have you here

@sharronlewis3429 9 ай бұрын

❤️ How exciting, 😉 all that time & hard work, well worth it.

@johnmccann1960 Жыл бұрын

A Beautiful Vlog about the continuing renovation of your narrowboat and a small window in to your loving, supportive relationship. When you have finished the renovation you will both know, without a doubt, that you can achieve anything together with love, understanding and a mutual respect. Stay safe guys.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Very true 🥰

@ronniejr1969 9 ай бұрын

Loved the video! When doing a restoration from scratch, at least you know what you have when you're finished. It's looking good.

@chevyimp5857 Жыл бұрын

Great video.. heart-warming.. think I commented before that the hardest thing is just keeping going and not giving up on long-term projects.. massive pat on the back from this self build narrowboater. X

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes that’s definitely the hardest part xx

@artmartdc 9 ай бұрын

Just stumbled upon your chanel and I love it, so I am staying!

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Thank you means alot ha all I can say is welcome aboard and enjoy

@OneantasTossGreathouse Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful boat You all have come a long way We’ll done happy and blessed journeys

@video3ish 11 ай бұрын

Love watching this ! I did it all on my old trawler I lived on. Just a hint on the mastic / caulking around windows etc ..run the bead & then get some spit on your finger to smooth it - gross I know yet it works perfectly. A spray bottle with soapy water can do it also but I’ve been a sparkie for 40 yrs & I’ve not always got soapy water ..always got some spit

@bettyourcampervan Жыл бұрын

Another ace video guys xx

@estellegrove4853 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic guys 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@millywood6801 Жыл бұрын

Well done you two. You are so right, if you are still together after all this hard work and the ups and downs you will have a life time together. Yes there will be more ups and downs along the way. This from someone that's been married to the same man for 52 years, would I change him, yes sometimes. Lol. Good luck to you both, can't wait for the next installment. Cheers Milly.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

52 years, wow! And I love your honesty haha. Thanks for being a part of our little community!

@AlanG512 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your comments on overcoming anxiety and fear. I shared them with someone very dear to me who struggles with anxiety.

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing! I'm glad you found those comment helpful :)

@steven-andrewgriffith3369 Жыл бұрын

Very inspiring - Thank you!

@elizaandalisa Жыл бұрын

Great choice of colours heritage colours are timeless well done and giving the old boat a new lease of life she'll thank you for it cheers n beers Marty Australia ❤

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍😄

@docostler Жыл бұрын

No matter what you're working on, renovations are always tough. And renovations where you are learning on the job are tougher still. You folks have done and are still doing a lovely job. The sense of accomplishment you'll get when the work is 'finished' (renos are notorious for never ending) will be so satisfying. Being able to answer the admiring questioner with "I did that" is worth so much. What an enjoyable series this has been and is still. Congratulations to you both Neesha and Mike, I'd wish you luck but I don't think you need it.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Amen to that, I think renovating anything would be tough. But yes, the sense of accomplishment when it’s done is going to be so great!

@simonreynolds8137 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing job you are doing, can't wait to see more!

@carolinefiler5506 Жыл бұрын

Well done keep going we’re all with you

@donaldmackinnon5779 8 ай бұрын

What a great job you both done. Looks really good, well done. Must have been a labour of love 😊😊😊

@redsoxdeb Жыл бұрын

Hi Nesha & Mike, loved this vlog. Seeing all what you both have achieved in the past year is amazing. Looking forward to watching the boat turn into the beautiful home, I know it will be 💕

@EdSmith-wb6lx Жыл бұрын

I have watched you from the start and you have done a great job. it is a long journey but you have stayed the course and have made an old looking boat into a fine place for the both of you to live on your skills have grown along with your confidence. Looking forward to see the finished product, I hope you will take everyone along on the rest of your journey, stay well and take care Ed 40 S of Vegas XXXXX

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being here from the start Ed! X

@paulplant6486 Жыл бұрын

A fantastic vlog. You've done a amazing job of the boat. It might seem your not getting anywhere at times but looking back like this really shows how much as been done

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being on the journey with us Paul!

@wilco148 Ай бұрын

Brilliant.. I loved this

@Knight1968 9 ай бұрын

great video

@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501 Жыл бұрын

Love the colour. Doing a great job. I’d say it’s a great team building task. Best wishes

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

It certainly is!

@Michael-ln7us Жыл бұрын

The colour of the boat and those windows look amazing 😊

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

We love the windows! Very pleased with them 😊

@RetroBytes265 10 ай бұрын

channels like your's are what is inspiring me to buy my own narrowboat. even though i need to save up for one this is my dream when all my kids have grown up.

@DriftwoodFolk 10 ай бұрын

We hope you'll be able to make that dream a reality one day! :D Maybe we'll see you on the canals in the future

@MrDanceswithsheep Жыл бұрын

Been great viewing all year thank you for sharing.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and being with us for a year, Robin! X

@captaindavejseddon8788 9 ай бұрын

This is brilliant shiny example of a boat vlog. Very well narrated with all the right detail in the right places. Thankyou so much for sharing this and I wish you both all the best with your mission. :)

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@janroberts1815 Жыл бұрын

So very well don, you are both amazing! 👌

@otter736 Жыл бұрын

A Great Year…and a Great job…Well Done !!

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being here with us!!

@markrichards2502 Жыл бұрын

Well done the two of you , you should be so proud of what you have achieved. Looking forward to seeing the amazing narrowboat it's sure to become.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@suegurney4666 10 ай бұрын

I think you two are amazing taking on such a project . Your voice is well suited to communicatiin this journey , very professional and easy to listen to . I look forward to the next part!

@DriftwoodFolk 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Tin890 Жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work 👏

@davidwebb9827 Жыл бұрын

Good job.

@loredepalo6863 Жыл бұрын

Great job!!

@sheilajoseph9953 Жыл бұрын

Good to see how far you've come. ❤

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being here for the ride, Sheila!

@Sluf7 Жыл бұрын

Ya should be proud of yaselfs it,s a darn fine quality build and at end of the day what else would ya be doing. Yes ya could have done that and this but as you said hindsight is a great thing. Keep chugging along you will get there. Carry On.

@richcolgate8929 Жыл бұрын

Well done guys,,, u both took on a massive overhaul!! Mike is very knowledgeable,,,,, good on you both 💪👍

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Yes he is!

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rich much appreciated ... Hahaha i wouldn't go that far 😅

@rickonnye2001 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic to see all the build come together 😊you both work very hard 😊great video 😊thank you

@MikeyBee1 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant vlog guys, it really shows how much hard work and just how far you've come! Whilst it might have been easier to buy a new shell, and start from there... This journey will make you appreciate what a beautiful home you've literally built from scratch! Looking forward to the next chapter, keep going and you'll soon be over the finish line.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mikey! 😊

@sharonprinz5745 Жыл бұрын

looking good, you have finished alot so far. Much luck...........

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sharon! Xx

@user-kev-k5v 9 ай бұрын

Wow fantastic work you both did really interesting to see what you both had to do , I know it was very hard work but your so enthusiastic both of you, and confident to, I know in time you will get it to look the way you want it to and that’s so much worth it 👍❤❤❤

@gazgsxr 11 ай бұрын

Very nice! Painting looked like it turned out really well, Keep up the good work!

@DriftwoodFolk 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! It's just undercoat, still gotta topcoat it. But the undercoat turned out well!

@DEmma1972 Жыл бұрын

Watched your series from the beginning. Inspirational effort you have both put into this project.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being here from the very beginning! X

@dougiepaine449 Жыл бұрын

wel done

@paulsee2037 Жыл бұрын

Goodness me, this is so impressive watching you work together and seeing what you have achieved, fantastic practical and problem solving skills and clearly great depth in your relationship and philosophy, well done I look forward to observing your journey.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! 🥰

@jeanniehyde8090 Жыл бұрын

Wow a year already 😃🥰💕congratulations to you both, it’s been a fabulous journey so far. Here’s to the next stage of your boat build xx🥂👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being along for the ride, we always appreciate your comments Jeannie 🥰💕

@susankohl5475 Жыл бұрын

Good job! It was great to see how far you’ve come on this adventure.

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@Woodchip1865 Жыл бұрын

A fantastic project you should both be proud of. It should be a great home for you after all the hard work !

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

We hope so!

@Woodchip1865 Жыл бұрын

@@DriftwoodFolk have watched your channel from the early days of the survey and collecting it. Look forward to watching you fit out the inside

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks so much for sharing the journey with us, it’s so cool having people in this little community that have watched the boat transformation from the very beginning. Means a lot to us that you take the time to watch our vids :)

@janroberts1815 Жыл бұрын

Missed the "e" on done! 😂

@cathrynmartin4395 9 ай бұрын

Now THAT'S a renovation! Oh, and in mentioning how long the rustproofing took, I can only relate what most people say about any house renovations (especially on older homes) - that you can expect the time (and money) required will be higher by a factor of 3 to 5 of what you expect! In other words, expect it to take 10 hours? It'll take 30 to 50 hours for real...hey, it is what it is and at least when it's done, you can stand back and admire your work and say, "I did that!"

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

100% agree! However long you expect it to take, it'll take 3-5 times longer lol When it's done though it's worth it

@maymoonnarrowboat Жыл бұрын

You've been on such an incredible journey and its amazing how far you've come. Its so inspiring to see the progress you've made with no experience - taking on a project boat is not for the faint hearted but you're absolutely smashing it. I don't know how you find the time or the will! As always such a well made watchable video

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a thoughtful comment, Laura! 🥰

@brendascroggins5200 Жыл бұрын

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@TheHarmonicaBarge 14 күн бұрын

I bought a rusty boat too !! I know everything you've gone through. And like you, I prob should of got a shell :)

@DriftwoodFolk 8 күн бұрын

Yes, it was a bit of a mistake buying such a rusty old boat haha. Glad someone else understands though!

@nigelbranchett7718 4 ай бұрын

at least by doing what you did you got to know all about you boat!

@bogus_not_me 9 ай бұрын

I'm an new subscriber, and it looks like you are experts ï doing things right the first time. I believe you'll have a long happy future!

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard ha . Haha i wouldnt go that far but we appreciate you saying. We hope so too 💪🏽💪🏽

@paulhornsey-pennell1931 9 ай бұрын

im blown away by your dedication to living your own authentic life ... im seriously tempted still at the age of 61 to make this step. love how you combine your own personal growth with this journey. major congrats. are you based in staffs? i used to live there and find it my natural home and intend to move back.

@blackbob3358 9 ай бұрын

Some job ya took on, there. Just one gripe. Forgetting the Ginger Nuts is an absolute outrage !!

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

It is!! 😂

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Im glad someone understands 😂😂

@freerangehuman9572 Жыл бұрын

Great to see the progress you have both made, congrats to you both. May be worth checking the exhaust flow on the diesel heater. I believe it should be running downwards from the heater as a by product would be water, over time it may cause issues as water collects in the exhaust and restricting the flow which will stop the burn chamber.

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that much appreciated. Yes we will be adding a drain on the exhaust (forgotten the name) as we can't run it down hill due to the water level ha

@freerangehuman9572 Жыл бұрын

@@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 They are great pieces of kit, should save you a small fortune. The restoration is looking great, already looking forwards to the next update.

@BritBow1867 3 ай бұрын

I’m sure the sign said Sheffield, the date said 1989. I’m looking at buying a barge. I’m gutted you covered the Sheffield and 1989 up but only for selfish reasons haha. This must be a sign

@scclif 5 ай бұрын

I'm inspired ! You really should have used Oleitodh Butyl Tape to seal the windows. Maybe next time ..Other than that, great job !

@DriftwoodFolk 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@sylviamolyneux-carr214 5 ай бұрын

Hi my name is sylvia...I was watching your KZfaq video. Definitely taking your advise going for a widebeam sailaway then I have some friends that do the work you have me so much inspiration can't wait to get my boat hopefully end of the year or early next year. Any questions I have you don't mind me Instagram if I need to advise thanks in advance

@Dore60 Жыл бұрын

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@favoritebetas9452 9 ай бұрын

This is the second narrowboat restoration I have watched. Do you not have sandblasting in the UK?

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard ha. We do yes but it is expensive and time consuming as it would have to be out the water or in a wet dock which would be more money to hire so we went with the much cheaper option ... Still looks live we've just done it too which is great. May of cost us in time but I'd do it all over again if it means saving money ha

@rwwhitwell5594 Жыл бұрын

I am curious what program you have used doing Electrical Plan, I like the simplicity.😊

@DriftwoodFolk Жыл бұрын

It’s called Canva! It’s free 😊

@ronaldbilar7503 9 ай бұрын

The first thing I would of done was have the boats bottom inspected and recoated all that hard work could be setting on the bottom of the canal!

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

We did it’s just not featured in this video

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment. As Nesha said its not in this video but it is on our channel. It was actually the first thing we did before committing to buying it. Although it will soon be time to do it again I'm sure haha.

@caroljeanscholl7370 5 ай бұрын

My goodness what an adventure and just restoring the boat itself must be. Unless I missed something on the way here, how did you haul away all the debris?

@DriftwoodFolk 4 ай бұрын

Many many many trips in the van to the recycling centre! Kept whatever could be reused in a storage unit x

@caroljeanscholl7370 4 ай бұрын

@@DriftwoodFolk I wonder if it would not have been easier to rent a standard utility trailer that you hook up on your hitch and tow it all out in far less trips. Not that it matters now.... the job is done..🥰

@edwardhoughton2565 Жыл бұрын

@garolopez887 8 ай бұрын

This sounds a bit like the Sailing Uma channel ( to me ) .

@lordhelmet9066 9 ай бұрын

What made yall choose brick as part of the flooring? I figured that would just put a massive amount of unnecessary weight and might cause the engine to struggle in current over 4 knots

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

It's ballast, it's for stopping boats from excessively tipping or heeling. We're installing hatches in the floor so that we can remove/add ballast as needed

@lordhelmet9066 9 ай бұрын

@@DriftwoodFolk ahh ok that makes perfect sense now. Sorry if my question was dumb i dont know jack about boats

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

@@lordhelmet9066dw as we've learnt the only question that is dumb is the one you don't ask haha. We used to have heavy curb stones & slabs but opted for driveway blocks so we can trim the weight easier once everything is installed. Through the years people have used all sorts for ballast from heavy chains and cast iron bricks to curb stones.

@MrSeachaser175 9 ай бұрын

Would have probably been better off having the bilge area sand blasted, then an etch primer then a couple of coats of two part epoxy.

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Would have loved to of done that but at the time we couldn't afford it. Recently checked it all and still looks like we've just done it so all good. Appreciate your comment tho 💪🏽

@johndownie9385 9 ай бұрын

Why didn’t u do the electrics , plumbing before cladding walls and ceilings

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

I'll explain the reason for this: Plumbing and heating pipe is being boxed in. No room behind the lower wall for it. Ceiling is only half done so we can do wiring and know where the lights are going etc. And upper walls aren't done, they will be done after electrics :)

@mike-driftwoodfolk2651 9 ай бұрын

Hi John appreciate your comment ... The plumbing can't be hidden in the walls on a boat unfortunately unless you used thicker battens but this would make the living space smaller, so weve had to put the bottom walls in and then clip the plumbing to that and then we will box it in ... Plus if there are any leaks id rather they be accessible than buried in a wall unknowingly rotting the boat 😅😂. As for the electrics we have run wires and havnt cladded anything yet apart form bits of the ceiling or where electrical components need to be fitted.

@courierdog1941 9 ай бұрын

There has been a few people who have taken on the challenge of rebuilding a Narrowboat. With a Shell new or used you may or may not see any faults in the basic construction. A rebuild like what you are involved in you will see up close and personal every square inch (cm) of the inside of you boat and eventually you will also see every square inch (cm) of the outside as well. All mistakes going forward will only be yours. There are many folks the Narrowboat community who will offer free advice (you get what you pay for) and there are good and not so good builders/restoration experts. There are many who are on the internet community of Narrowboats who can point you in the right direction when you get stuck. Always remember, you are doing it together, make all the designs together, plan together in short if you take the time and patience to learn the perseverance it take to successfully compete a project of this scope together, "you can master any thing together!" cheers

@DriftwoodFolk 9 ай бұрын

Agreed! And yes, the community is definitely so helpful. We'll know this boat inside and out when it's eventually done, which feels so good!