It took some time to grow into this project boat. During the last two years we learned many skills and now we are confident that we can learn everything that’s needed to bring this historic sailing ship back to life.
This time we take apart a leaking steel water tank. So Daniel can improve his angle grinder skills.
Flying Coney is an 82ft long historic steel ship. And we bring her back to live as the beautiful sailing ship she once was. When we are done with the refit we want to sail the ocean together with you and teach traditional sailing skills.
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This task you have set yourselves is immense; don't worry we get it and we appreciate the openness and humour in all your videos. For me as a minor patron (Adrian), I have contributed to Dangar Stu and Brupeg and now Flying Coney. I feel it fair to contribute in exchange for the entertainment you guys provide (I watch, every Sunday morning with a coffee in hand). From Australia; Daniel & Barbara, stay strong !
I would have had the oxy/acet torch out would have saved a lot time 😅
Expensive equipment, save up all your jobs and hire the equipment, or better still, buy the equipment and sell it off when finished. Unusual equipment in good condition will still maintain its value.
Keep it up, do you guys, don’t worry about what other channels are doing
At first I did not even recognise you there down in the bowels of your ship.
You're doing a great job. Hang in there friends. Ed C
Daniel, I know this has been a real grind but I think you are doing a great job! Nothing in life worth having is easy…
I'm overwhelmed just watching, can't imagine having to do this type of restoration… But, you guys are getting it done and I commend you for that !! 👊🏻
I recommend oxy/acetylene. It is also not difficult to learn to weld or braze with gas. For cutting you can also use oxy/propane which is cheaper.
Your dedication to restoring Flying Coney into a magnificent sailing ship is truly inspiring. I've been through similar journeys with sailing schooners, and I know the challenges can be daunting. But remember, it's in those moments when you dig deep and conquer the seemingly impossible that you create something truly remarkable. Your efforts will not only bring joy and adventures but also leave a lasting legacy. Keep sailing toward your dreams!
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Daniel you need to get a plasma cutter and a suitable generator, life will get easier. Maybe a rich patron could see his way clear to help, wish I could.
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I cannot fathom how you cope with wall to wall rust. Do you sometimes feel the task is insurmountable? Every post I watch it seems you have only scratched the surface! In terms of a steel yacht, as soon as something is completed it will start to deteriorate and become a never ending cycle of repairs. You have my utmost respect for even attempting this restoration. Good luck!
the best tool for the job of cutting steel is a plasma cutter and in your case, it would be so useful as you have a lot of cutting to do with all the old webs to be cut off the hull it makes life so much easier cleaner and quicker yes you need a compressor but there are a few out there which have a compressor built in and I would have thought a boat that size might even have a compressor in the engine room already but they are not expensive I know 500 euros for a tool isn't cheap for both items but the time saved will pay for itself and you can always sell it on when finished also if shore power isnt very good as you are a boat you will require a generator so now would be the time to fork out for a good one to power the whole ship diesel is best then you can think about going solar in time and other means as you will use it a lot on your project plasma cutter's are easy to use as well so all the best you too are so good together and very hard workers this will make your life so much easier maybe a company will give you one to try out so all the best great video haven't missed one so I hope this helps all the best from John from Rugby UK.ps all you require is to be able to cut through 20 mm of steel as i doubt anything will be thicker than that on your boat it will get the job done in record time and save your soul LOL trust me it will.
Keep it up!! Love seeing your progress. The ship will be amazing again. Good vibes and a thumbs up from the States!
That was one hell of a thick steel water tank and quite impressive to remove it with a 125mm angle grinder – think one of the new gen welder-plasma cutters may be worth looking at if you can source some power and if you plan to gain some welding fabircation/repair tasks yourself – talk it through with someone local that works in the field as the thickness of metal to be useful will be a bit higher than the average 'backyard'operation. Good luck.
Thanks!
Love watching your channel. Look forward to it each time you post a video. Hope my donation helps.
This IS best channel. Thank s this projekt 👍
I have been “watching” you for more than one year!!!
I see your AMATEUR handling of metal and tools, BUT I also NOTE that you are BECOME MORE CONFIDENT AND CONFIDENT in your “body movements”….
…. I know, I'm not sure, BUT I KNOW that your work will end with COMPLETE SUCCESS if you continue to BE PATIENT AND STOBAST….
…. I hope I WILL LIVE to see your BOAT UNDER SAIL IN THE NORTH SEA ….
….. I'm an old man and I'm in that period of STATISTICS WHEN EVERY MINUTE CAN BE THE LAST…
GUYS, be patient and success will be yours!!!!
It looked like hard work, bloody good effort for sticking with it !
Having a steel boat , an oxygen/ acetylene torch kit could be your best friend! Easy to learn to use. Will make working with steel so much easier and faster. Cutting , bending welding .. a good torch kit can do it all. Love the boat / channel/ you guys !! Keep up the great work .
Yours is my favorite channel, keep up the great content. PerryEastham
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Don’t apologise. I really enjoy watching your hard work. You do not seem to let the project get you down. Keep working away. My motto was – one thing at a time slowly. The tortoise yetis there before the hare,
I still can't understand your decision that only one person works and the other films.
There are many small channels where people work alone and film themselves and – with respect – they don't have worse camera work.
I could never stand next to my partner and just watch and film while he struggles with something that could be done together with much less effort.
You are making a lot of progress. Don’t forget Bruepeg was 10 years of work. Ship happens has been working for several years and will be for many more before that project is completed.
You guys are amazing to watch how much you have already got done. Keep going you will have such amazing memories to share. I love to see how much you have learned already. Keep up the great work guys.
Keep up the toil, yes you do have a giant task, but look how far you have come from when you started. As a ship's boilermaker, back in the day, if you were here in Oz (Australia) I would be happy to help with the structural butchery!
I must admit my boilermaking was many years ago but your videos bring it all back. Keep up the task, you have each other and you are a team! Cheers, Jim. p,s that glove may have been one of mine?
I'm enjoying your content you just have to persevere
uh…..you have a steel boat….you need tools for dealing with steel…gas torches…grinders…arc, mig ad tig welders…and the generator to supply them…see SV Seeker…peace
Lots of hard work will turn you into old Dudes early. keep at it Daniel and Barbara. Follow your dream.
Great channel and hard work. Maybe Daniel you should buy a plasma cutter as it’s easy to use and will 1/2 your cutting time! 👍🏻
Slow and steady and you'll get her done before you know it.
great video
Hey brother, usually you rent the gas bottles. The torch, hose and regulator you can get pretty cheap. You're going to need one before you are done. Keep up the good work guys!
You two are awesome, and such hard workers. You can be very proud of yourselves.
C'mon guys and gals Daniel and Barbara sure could use your help with this massive project. They must struggle without better equipment in the day after day grind. I am going to donate the price of a cup of coffee every day… I hope it helps.
With the price of steel you should try to salvage any good metal,especially the plate steel. You never know when you might need a piece.
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The Glove belonged too one of the Night Shift Gnomes Danial. So much for the extra help. You Two's Channel is more genuine.
Thanks!
The videos are great fun. I guess part of the problem is that you have been in 'destruction' phase for quite some time and it probably feels a bit demoralising. Keep going.