Reviving an Idler - Episode 10 - Sawn Frames - Part A

This time, I remove the bilge stringers and one pair of sawn fames including the floor. Cut and remake a new pair of frames and enjoy the dry fit! we are finally getting somewhere!

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[passinthru]

I can't imagine pressed sawdust fillers ever being standard practice by an honest boat builder.

[TimsBitsnPieces]

A good informative video showing what you are doing. I have done similar to a 14'er built in the 1940's that I have restored myself over the years.

[phillyg]

Great job! Another way to fill the nail holes in the planks is to drill them out oversized, may 1/2" or more, followed with some thinned epoxy so the wood fibers easily absorb it, followed by filling with thickened epoxy and re-drilling for the fasteners.

[sstem]

Looking GOOD!!! You have FAR more patience than I!!!! ;-D

[boooshes]

You might try metal blade on a multi tool to cut the iron fastenings between the sawn frame and the planks. Lift the frame, then punch out the iron nails from the inside.

[trep]

I imagine refitting a boat on your own under the glaring eye of you tube can be stressful. I cringed when that frame broke, but you carried on well. You handled it better than I would have. I like your project.

[apachepaul]

Very fine work! I enjoy watching you work through issues as they pop up. Please do yourself a favor and get a couple of proper pry bars. You'll spread the pressure and possibly get those rotten ribs out in one piece. Cheers from Kentucky, USA!

[englishlies]

Mad skills, you are doing a good job and the way you are explaining things makes a ton of sense. Keep up the great work.

[fonhollohan]

looking forward to seeing Part 2 where you fix the planking and install the sawn frames. cheers mate.

[vladabocanek]

Hello, if You decided to make mirror frames, you should stick to plan. Boat is probubly shaken by years, but dne will adapt back to sawn frames. I have no worries. And buy yourself some stick tape, blue, as Lou the Shipwright has. :) looking forward to see next video.

[pietervanderwalt]

Brother. Discovered you right now. What a bitching show. Love your confidence, explanation and your personality.WILL SEE YOU NEXT WEEK. Thank you. You made my Sunday. Best wishes from South Africa

[teddill]

Really like your approach. Keep up the great work.

[beealzebub]

Hi, from Florida. Lovely work on this boat. Your attention to detail is remarkable. More patience than I have. The discovery of MDF used as spacers must have been disappointing. I seriously doubt that was done by a shipwright. Thanks for the show. 👍😎🍺

[TrapShooter]

She's beginning to look more like a boat than a pile of firewood! Great job. You attention to detail comes into sharp focus in your beautiful pen and ink work on Etsy and I can see it carry over into The Idler. Cheers from Florida 🇺🇸

[daleskidmore]

Given that hardboard has been used in some repairs, is it any wonder that iron nails have been used too? I had a similar thought to Pocketfarmer about a hole saw, or at least making a "hollow drill" by cutting teeth on a 1/2 inch steel tube to cut away some of the surrounding wood. Your confidence in knowing what to do and how is really showing through now you know you have a worthwhile project on your hands.

[peterdelange]

You can now use your crossfalls to set the correct beam width and prop up the Port side level with the starboard side to get rid of any sagging and twist. It was a good idea to remove the bilge stringers, its going to make it so much easier to replace ribs and frames properly.

[billymiller]

It looks excellent. Regards from South Africa

[davidprocter]

it's oiled hard board, folk used to build boats out of it. Prams scows etc probably dates back to WW2 or just after.

[peterhendry]

Among other things I restore old stone buildings here in France and sometimes there are ancienr nails and hooks hammmered deep into big beams. I start with a good shot of WDcomeoutyoubastard and leave it overnight. Usually works.

[MikeAG]

Those nails are cut nails. This means they are hand-made by shearing from a sheet, rather than by complete forging.Oh, and you need to invest in a pry bar (AKA wrecking bar, or "persuader").