Would it benefit others if I recorded and posted me transforming my aluminum V-hull into a bass boat?

CW2 (Join to see) Not sure about benefit, but I'd sure like to watch - bright green with jealousy. Follow up with how to catch fish - I could use that, too. Good luck, sounds like a great idea.

It couldn't hurt. They document so many things now. I have saved a few hours on simple car repairs just by looking it up on youtube. There are also tips for routine PC upgrade and maintenance besides a host of other topics. You might find a fishing buddy or two out of the deal. You may even find your good at the presentation and that could be a niche for after you retire. So much has changed in the Military maintenance and logistics field since I retired, so for all I know the Army may have similar services online for the guys with wrenches. If not, do a beneficial suggestion and maybe score some cash out of the deal once you master it. Good luck with it either way. You are also dead on with the lost skills. Few want to get into the skilled trades. They all want to be network administrators, graphic designers, or design games for the big bucks. Many are figuring out that a degree is near worthless unless it is in the right profession, so they look down at tech training and an apprenticeship. They've likely never seen a paycheck from a union electrician, pipefitter, mechanic, or welder. The jobs are out there but may require relocation, and one can make good money once certified or licensed. It's not easy work but can be rewarding. Skilled tradesmen will always be in demand also and are becoming more scarce as the current generation leaves the workforce.

I'm a sponge for knowledge. By all means you should go ahead.