Roping Sails

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Roping a sail is a simple but time consuming task which provides ample time for visiting with friends and daydreaming of canvas filled with a warm ocean breeze.

The Mind of a Boat Builder – Brupeg

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Join Seeker and the crew of Brupeg for a Premier! “Be Bold – Go Where Others Don’t.” Brupeg is an inspiring story of three Aussies restoring a big steel boat. Support their dream and excellent content. Building Brupeg channel: https://goo.gl/nckZ4p Become a Brupeg Patron https://www.patreon.com/Brupeg or purchase a challenge coin for $20 and $15 will support their work. https://www.svseeker.com/product/brupeg-challenge-coin/

Engine Room Storage Drawers – Part 2

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I know! It’s not steel! It freaks me out too. No plasma torch, welder or grinders. Just dust, LOTS of red cedar dust. But we got all of it done in just three days because we had some ringers. Brian and Greg are both wood workers and Brian arrived with a truck load of tools. With help from Bart and … Read More

Abrasive Blasting – The Harbor Freight Cabinet and Others

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Engine Room Storage Drawers – Part 1

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Winter is here, but thankfully it has forgotten to bring any sleat, snow, or even rain. A little frost on the deck each morning but it quickly burns away. What has come in from the north is a lot of great crew. Some previous crew and some new crew but all with skills in hand or eager to learn and … Read More

Watertight Door and Latch Installation – Part 4

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Part 3 was almost 6 years ago. ( Watertight Doors – Part 3 – Assembly  ) WOW, has it been that long? Seems like yesterday. Seriously, it does. Maybe I am enjoying this too much? “I really don’t know why it is that all of us are so committed to the sea, except I think it’s because in addition to … Read More