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by In Memory Walter K
Jun 21st, '13, 12:06
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: In memory of Walter Kaprielian
Replies: 158
Views: 480669

Re: Walter K

Guys-Thank you for all your kind thoughts. It' seems what I am dealing with is not curable. What we are attempting to do via chemotherapy is shrink some of it. Reactions to chemo are unpredictable and sometimes kinda ugly. It certainly has left me quite weak and unable to attempt doing things I thou...
by In Memory Walter K
Jun 14th, '13, 20:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: In memory of Walter Kaprielian
Replies: 158
Views: 480669

Re: Walter K

I have been out of commission since the Fall when I returned from my Belize trip with Brewster. Seems all was not as "clear" as it was supposed to be on my kidney surgery. Not operable so I have been living(?) through the wonders of Chemotherapy since then. Just had my 17 th session and it is not an...
by In Memory Walter K
May 17th, '13, 15:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Back in the hunt...
Replies: 7
Views: 7110

Re: Back in the hunt...

The 20 was sold just before my surgery. Bluebeard might be up for sale once I know a bit more about how the treatments are coming along. Want details? Walter
by In Memory Walter K
May 17th, '13, 14:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas
Replies: 82
Views: 72493

Re: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas

Bob, if you're back, give me a call . Walter.
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 25th, '13, 00:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anodize Small Aluminum Parts at Home
Replies: 6
Views: 4581

Re: Anodize Small Aluminum Parts at Home

Brewster- show or send this to your Dad. Another use for baking soda. Co-op with the other component part manufacturers and put together/sel an anodizing kit for nuts like us. Walter
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 24th, '13, 23:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: old style
Replies: 24
Views: 11204

Re: old style

Tom-Dick Dean's boat is a gas powered Bahia Mar that he has always kept in very nice shape. He, like me is hitting 79 and is being pressured by family to pack it in while I can. Mine is a 66 Sportsfisherman Model powered by two Cummins 6bt's. Cruises (clean bottom) @ 22kts (end of season 21 kts). Bu...
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 24th, '13, 23:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: While at it 5
Replies: 26
Views: 19182

Re: While at it 5

Gert- you outdo yourself every time! Bravo! Walter
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 20th, '13, 10:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Head question
Replies: 29
Views: 14416

Re: Head question

I guess you could, but you'd need a vent and a pump-out fitting.
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 16th, '13, 15:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Norcold AC DC
Replies: 18
Views: 12986

Re: Norcold AC DC

Uncle Vic will be smiling.
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 10th, '13, 19:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your Opinions please
Replies: 77
Views: 41005

Re: Your Opinions please

The parachute (drogue) should be set from the bow for all the reasons you are trying to solve.
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 2nd, '13, 18:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Has anyone used this paint?
Replies: 4
Views: 3587

Re: Has anyone used this paint?

George- If the original paint was Imron, it's a great touch up paint. Especially with a non-exotic color like white.
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 2nd, '13, 18:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Blue Hull Bertrams
Replies: 7
Views: 6062

Re: Blue Hull Bertrams

Bluebeard is a Sportsfisherman and came in that color. The good news is that it is very recognizable on the water. The bad news is that it is very recognizable on the water.
by In Memory Walter K
Apr 2nd, '13, 18:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 -- it might be floating this year
Replies: 8
Views: 5176

Re: Bertram 25 -- it might be floating this year

I was lucky enough to have attended three of Uncle Vic's UVI's. On two of them I as part of the crew of Judge Trey Dibrell's 25 hardtop that he trailed to Venice for the event. I can say without hesitation that that boat, powered by two 3.0's with Alpha 1 outdrives literally flew and sipped fuel. It...
by In Memory Walter K
Mar 30th, '13, 12:37
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas
Replies: 82
Views: 72493

Re: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas

They would have waived it if it meant getting the Renezvous. I was part of the team that booked it the first time and there was never a mention of such a thing.
by In Memory Walter K
Mar 6th, '13, 20:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: EFV=31' of fun
Replies: 9
Views: 6733

Re: EFV=31' of fun

Rawleigh-just what I was thinking!
by In Memory Walter K
Mar 6th, '13, 20:50
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Term-i-_ _ _ _ _ _ _ -nata!
Replies: 3
Views: 3583

Re: Term-i-_ _ _ _ _ _ _ -nata!

Loved it! Walter.
by In Memory Walter K
Mar 5th, '13, 19:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What side is counter rotating engine usually on
Replies: 24
Views: 19442

Re: What side is counter rotating engine usually on

Starboard engine and the the prop turns counter clockwise?
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 19th, '13, 18:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1 plane, 2 pilots, 4 big brass balls!
Replies: 8
Views: 5211

Re: 1 plane, 2 pilots, 4 big brass balls!

Thinking the same thing.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 16th, '13, 23:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fishing boat sinks while fighting Marlin
Replies: 15
Views: 10967

Re: Fishing boat sinks while fighting Marlin

What a load of crap! Film 1: NONE of the jumping fish shown was a Black Marlin. The sinking boat is a different boat from film 2 which IS a Striker. Loss of a great boat but has a smell about it.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 16th, '13, 15:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fishing boat sinks while fighting Marlin
Replies: 15
Views: 10967

Re: Fishing boat sinks while fighting Marlin

Am I the only one running into "Photo not found" on the site the last few days?
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 16th, '13, 10:50
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lookie here! Powerful enough?
Replies: 6
Views: 3982

Re: Lookie here! Powerful enough?

At $75,000 apiece, a completely different weight distribution, need for greater fuel capacity and a shorter lifespan, why would anyone even consider it?
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 9th, '13, 08:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody hear of Yannies that come back from the dead?
Replies: 14
Views: 7781

Re: Anybody hear of Yannies that come back from the dead?

The 210's turbo is not aftercooled. Much simpler engine even pre 2004.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 8th, '13, 13:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine swap on B31
Replies: 20
Views: 14099

Re: Engine swap on B31

Loft via a fork lift and chain then back up till past overhang. Done.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 8th, '13, 13:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody hear of Yannies that come back from the dead?
Replies: 14
Views: 7781

Re: Anybody hear of Yannies that come back from the dead?

I can't say enough about the 210's. Simple, economical, inexpensive parts (when and if you need them). Cruise @ 21-22 kph. Use 7 gph per hour per engine, if not less. Had mine since new and now have over 2000 hrs on them. Love them.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 5th, '13, 13:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Belize With Walterk
Replies: 9
Views: 5546

Re: Belize With Walterk

If you think this was a bunch of softies, try competing with Brewster fly casting in torrential rains. He can lay a fly under the hanging branches of a Mangrove in the space of a teacup at 70 feet... no matter what the conditions. Whether it's Tuna or Trout, this guy can outfish anyone I know. It wa...
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 4th, '13, 15:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas
Replies: 82
Views: 72493

Re: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas

OK, I'll start the voting. I'm for Greenport the first or second weekend in August.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 1st, '13, 16:36
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 56 international motor yacht not sport fish 1970
Replies: 7
Views: 5009

Re: Bertram 56 international motor yacht not sport fish 1970

Tommy- good advice! No matter how much I might like the lines of that specific boat, I would stay away from it because in all my years, I have never heard of such a set-up.
by In Memory Walter K
Feb 1st, '13, 16:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For anyone that hunts waterfowl
Replies: 8
Views: 6238

Re: For anyone that hunts waterfowl

I remember when a lot of us used to do that with fish! Lesson for today is over.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 19th, '13, 22:48
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pearl Harbor Special Ceremony
Replies: 7
Views: 4250

Re: Pearl Harbor Special Ceremony

It WAS a very special generation that I was fortunate enough to have witnessed as a kid. Examples to live up to. They came back as quiet men who did not see themselves as heroes. No egos, no bravado. I have found out stuff about friends and relatives 60 years later that you could not imagine what th...
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 18th, '13, 22:16
Forum: Ethanol
Topic: E15 recent court decision
Replies: 5
Views: 17382

Re: E15 recent court decision

Explain please.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 18th, '13, 09:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Refrigerator for 1985 30 Flybridge Cruiser
Replies: 4
Views: 3855

Re: Refrigerator for 1985 30 Flybridge Cruiser

Usually you can remove the door of the refrigerator, if that helps. Also removal of the door on the boat. One of the distinct advantages of the Sportsfisherman model.The original boats did not come with a fridge so someone was able to get it in there. Call Norcold for advice. Mike is right, I have h...
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 15th, '13, 19:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas
Replies: 82
Views: 72493

Re: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas

It can be as big or small as we make it. When I did Montauk, my personal objective was to make it as affordable as possible for the attendees, but profitable as possible so as to be able to turn over those profits to Captain Patrick for the site. The profitability really came from the raffling of pr...
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 15th, '13, 12:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Failed attempt at winning Darwin award
Replies: 4
Views: 3224

Re: Failed attempt at winning Darwin award

Further proof the Gene Pool is deteriorating.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 15th, '13, 12:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Faithful in SanFrancisco
Replies: 20
Views: 14555

Re: Faithful in SanFrancisco

And the first time you've competed?....congratulations my friend! That's great!
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 14th, '13, 23:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hand Fishing
Replies: 1
Views: 2263

Re: Hand Fishing

That's a very lucky (and stupid) man. If the two of them fell in the water the tarpon could have drowned him.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 13th, '13, 17:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas
Replies: 82
Views: 72493

Re: 2013 Northeast Rendezvous Ideas

Greenport in my opinion has been a most ideal Rendezvous location. Its had large turnouts, good facilities, and Brewster's great catering. If it's in consideration, it gets my vote.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 11th, '13, 10:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dangerous Street Curbs
Replies: 6
Views: 3963

Re: Dangerous Street Curbs

Sounds like that curb was three stories high.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 3rd, '13, 22:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UV
Replies: 27
Views: 20218

Re: UV

I have spoken to him around Christmas. He has been very busy preparing for shows. He had told me earlier that when the site changed, he was no longer able to get into it and I guess he stopped trying. Might take a call to/from Patrick to clear up that matter.
by In Memory Walter K
Jan 3rd, '13, 16:21
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UV
Replies: 27
Views: 20218

Re: UV

I have had the good fortune to have done all you have mentioned. Attending 3 of his UVI's has been one of the major memory moments of my life, only to be exceeded by 2 TSL trips with him. His was the first call I got after coming out of surgery when I got my hip replaced. For a guy who enjoyed being...
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 30th, '12, 11:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hampton Jitney NY Boat Show service
Replies: 2
Views: 3443

Hampton Jitney NY Boat Show service

For those of you who live on Eastern LI: I was just made aware that on Saturday, January 5th, the Hampton Jitney will be making a special package to and from the boat show, including the entry ticket for $55. If you were planning to go to the show and can get to a Jitney stop, this is a great deal. ...
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 24th, '12, 22:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Hanukkah
Replies: 5
Views: 1651

Re: Happy Hanukkah

Absolutely! And many more.
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 24th, '12, 09:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas !!
Replies: 24
Views: 11028

Re: Merry Christmas !!

All the best to all of you! Walter
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 18th, '12, 11:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Instagram claims right to sell your photos
Replies: 5
Views: 1510

Re: Instagram claims right to sell your photos

Just spoke to my son who is in the stock photo business. He says: "Yes, I was just reading about this. If you agree to the changes in their terms of service (which, of course, many will without reading) yes, they will be able to, and without paying you. Nice, huh? I'm waiting for it to happen on Fac...
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 18th, '12, 10:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Design Opinions?
Replies: 11
Views: 3129

Re: Design Opinions?

Hard to judge off the boat. Anything blocking my view of the cockpit would bother me. Also, how it effects the lines of the boat is a consideration. From a carpentry point of view, it's beautiful.
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 18th, '12, 10:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Instagram claims right to sell your photos
Replies: 5
Views: 1510

Re: Instagram claims right to sell your photos

The copyright laws say you perpetually own the rights to your photographs and artwork and they cannot be used by anyone without your permission. These people have not done their homework and can take Facebook down by this action.
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 14th, '12, 11:48
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 20 Bahia Mar
Replies: 24
Views: 13658

Re: Bertram 20 Bahia Mar

Drill a hole in the deck on the port and starboard sides and insert a dry dowel in the hull. Wet or dry it's a great boat.
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 12th, '12, 14:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: single lever controls
Replies: 30
Views: 11019

Re: single lever controls

Just remember you need both hands off the wheel to accelerate without turning.
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 8th, '12, 10:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Turbos
Replies: 3
Views: 1155

Re: Turbos

I'm sure there will be advice from Yannie owners, but how old are the ones you have? Given reading several Yannie Turbo threads, it doesn't sound like longevity is one of their traits. If that is the case, new ones might not be a lifetime investment. Can you rebuild them yourself?
by In Memory Walter K
Dec 7th, '12, 14:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Insurance buy back
Replies: 31
Views: 16334

Re: Insurance buy back

Were the engines and running gear burned badly? Might very well be usable again.I assume the boxes did not survive. Does not the Jim Ray's insurance cover your engine and running gear?. Look into the possibility that your homeowner's insurance might cover it as property away from home,