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Category: Metalwork

Epoxy Over Rust Converters – The Truth

March 17, 2024 Louis 3 Comments

Epoxy primers are used widely in both commercial and leisure boating industries because of their surface-tolerant characteristics and ability to stand up to the harshest marine environments. This makes them…

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Posted in: Blog, Metalwork Filed under: epoxy primer, rust converter
High Tensile Steel vs Stainless Steel Bolts

High Tensile Steel vs Stainless Steel Bolts in Marine Engine Restoration

June 10, 2020 Louis 4 Comments

Is it acceptable to replace my boat engine’s steel bolts with stainless steel bolts? At first glance, it may seem like an obvious answer. Boats are used in water. Water,…

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Posted in: Blog, Education, Metalwork
The Apple Bar - Captain Bod painting a steel boat deck

Boat Maintenance – The Apple Bar

April 3, 2019 Louis Leave a comment

This morning, I found myself hectically cycling around Bristol on a Yobike. What’s a Yobike you ask? They are the yellow hire bike, death traps scattered around the central areas…

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Posted in: Blog, Education, Metalwork
Sanding a trailer

Sanding A Trailer Ready For Painting

June 9, 2017 Louis Leave a comment

In this video, Fernando shows us how he effectively sands down a trailer using an angle grinder and grinding disc. For the spots that are not reachable with an angle grinder, Fernando…

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Posted in: Blog, Metalwork, Paintwork, Prepwork Filed under: boat trailer, paint preperation, sanding a trailer
Welding Marine Grade Stainless Steel

Welding Marine Grade Stainless Steel

June 5, 2017 Louis 1 Comment

In this video, Carl shows us how to weld corrosion resistant 316 marine grade stainless steel using professional water cooled arch welding equipment. Notably, Carl also uses 316 filler metal to…

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Posted in: Metalwork, Youtube Channels Filed under: 316 Stainless Steel, Arch Welding, marine grade stainless steel, stainless steel, TIG welder

Drilling Through Stainless Steel

May 9, 2017 Louis 3 Comments

In this video, we are shown a how to drill a hole through stainless steel using an electric drill. By using a drill bit made for metal it is possible…

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Posted in: Metalwork, Youtube Channels

How To Cut Aluminium Safely

February 27, 2017 Louis 2 Comments

Aluminium is lightweight, affordable and can be drilled, filed and cut easily using the right tools. This makes aluminium ideal for DIY fabrication. This video demonstrates how to cut aluminium safely. Extra…

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Posted in: Metalwork, Youtube Channels

Riveting For Beginners – Pop Rivet Gun

February 24, 2017 Louis Leave a comment

In this video, Leah demonstrates how to use a pop rivet gun. This effective method of joining metal can be untaken both fast and cheaply. Notably, Leah also shows us…

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Posted in: Metalwork, Youtube Channels Filed under: Metalwork, nsa, Pop Rivets, rivet gun

Painting Underneath Boat Cradles

February 1, 2017 Louis Leave a comment

In this tutorial, Chris explains his method of painting underneath boat cradles.  The problem being that there is normally at least 4 points of contact that can not be sanded or…

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Posted in: Metalwork, Paintwork, Prepwork, Youtube Channels Filed under: random chris
welding an aluminium boat

Welding An Aluminium Boat

December 3, 2016 Louis 2 Comments

This tutorial provides a basic example of welding an aluminium boat using rods and a torch. Notably, the majority of the items used in this video are both easily available…

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Posted in: Metalwork, Youtube Channels
Bronze Telcon Adjustable Spanner

Rust Proof Tools – Protect Your Tool Box – With A Rust Remover

November 4, 2016 Louis 2 Comments

What Is Rust? In this tutorial, we will provide you with a basic knowledge of rust proofing, making a DIY rust remover and the beginning of a future hatred of Tommy…

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Posted in: Blog, Education, Metalwork, Paintwork

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