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Bob - if you can take the lead, that would be great.

Ian.

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Very cool Mark!

Looks great.

Ian.

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Marlin -

I do not have drain tubes on mine. They did not come with any and I definately did not have the foresight as you did to have a specific grey water management system.

Would love to see that someday.

Cheers!

Ian.

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Got it. Just have to think a bit more on this. Seems that the stringer, which the sole rests on is under the inboard 1/3 of where the pedestal will sit. For those that are not aware, I used Prisma stringers which are 3" wide foam filled. Not sure I will be able to (or want to) undercut that. Should ...

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OK... I am Convinced. Captain Patrick's method it is. Just a clarification question though. "Mix a large batch of epoxy and..." I assume the intent is to have the aluminum plate snug against the sole or is that not overly important? Also should there be enough epoxy that the foam will effectively be...

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I just hate to drill a hole in that perfectly sealed compartment.

So you think the leverage on the pedestal would eventually delaminate the fiberglass on the coosa sole?

Anyone else care to weigh in?

Ian.

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Thank you Captain and thank you Mike.

Lacquer thinner it is.

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Helm Seat pedestal base installation. On my Bertram 20, I am ready to install the helm and companion seats. The pedestal bases would typically be through bolted to a backing plate under the sole. With the closed cell foam and the fact that the seat bases were an original and notorious source of wate...

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These are definately the pull ups. Not pop-up. Regardless, I will does everything with CX when painitng is 100% complete. I will also do the engine. If I recall the magic potion mix was 50-50 regular RED CX and mineral spirits. Does that sound like the right recipe to put into a spray bottle? Ian.

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Mike - have you had issues with the Accon cleats corroding? I will dose everything after the non skid is complete.

Awlcraft 2000 - Seashell Green.

It is a standard custom mix. (meaning they have the color code, but not a normal color chip choice.)

Ian.

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Tommy - Actually they are Accon. For some reason I typed Gemlux above.

Ian.

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Mostly for fenders. I plan to add additional cleats in the stern for dock lines. I will not add a seperate cleat for spring line so I will end up using one of these for spring. Really trying to decide if I want pull up for the dock line cleats. I usually do not remove dock lines while underway, so I...

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Also, finally had some sun.

Ian.

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I have 6 "fender" cleats from GemLux. I think they are the slimline and either the 4" or the 6". Over the weekend I did the following for install: 1. Made a router template. 2. Tested in plywood. 3. Positioned and cut the 6 openings. 4. Sealed the exposed core material and bedded the cleats in place...

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Awful sight. So sorry for the horrible situation.

Ian.

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I got the switch panel installed last night. The 'pigtails' are all attached and neatly bundled. Will terminate all at a terminal block and then tie in the individual run from the blower, lights, etc.

Ian.

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Thanks. I am vaguely aware of the new EPA regualtions, but that doesn't impact something from '68. This is the vent that I have. Gemlux: http://www.gemlux.com/core/media/media.nl?id=1036&c=1019389&h=c7e0ac1777f3491f7576 Sounds like hullside if the preferred location. I do have plenty of space for a ...

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Question regarding venting a gasoline fuel tank. Are there any requirements around if the vent needs to be on the hull side such that any burping / spillage does not go into the boat or can the vent position be above the filler neck? I was contemplating placing the vent on the vertical surface of th...

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I think I got the "20's" from High Tide as well. Interestingly the 20's and the BERTRAM are different. You would not notice from 6 feet away, but the BERTRAM has a bit more mass to it. The 20's are thinner although still stainless. To be quite honest, I have had the emblems and the tiger paw vents f...

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Great idea Cam. I just happened to have this piece of plywood lying around. Didn't even have to cut anything.

I'll check out the insulation board.

Ian.

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Thanks again. I already have the covers for the positive side of the batteries on the punchlist (in my head at this point, not on paper). 6 position blue seas switch is ready for final install. It was a rough time cutting out to the template. Alot of tight curves in the wrong direction. I 'sanded' d...

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No sun on Michigan right now.

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Tom - Thanks for those words, but the true craftsman is Ryan the guy that did the paint and the engine installers.

I am glad that Berkeley and I had good times measuring, drilling holes (30 this weekend I think the total count was) sealing and bolting things down.

Ian.

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Had the Bertram in the drive/garage last weekend. My 11 year old helped me with a few things. http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22690/normal_375.jpg http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22690/normal_387.jpg http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22690/normal_388.jpg Bilge pumps in...

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The first failed attempt hurt me just watching it!

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Found spray corrosion x at a local auto parts.

Sprayed, waited and was able to take the wings off.

Crated up and ready to ship out for rebuild.

Ian.

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I have some in storage that UV shipped to me.

I also found a place in Michigan that carries it.

Thanks.

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The windshield on my B20 Bahia Mar is in need of some TLC. I have a few options and most likely I will have the glass put into a new frame built from extruded aluminum. I have it in my garage, and all the fasteners are frozen (corroded) and I actually started to bend the screwdriver and nothing is b...

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Tony -

I had the privilege of meeting Gert late last year and seeing the Zeeland, Riva 25 and his 31 in person.

Many times pictures hide imperfections, but this is not the case with his shops work. Everything looks as good or better up close than the pictures.

ian.

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Been out of touch for a while. Final mechanical install is complete. I will still do the electrical stuff myself. It could be dropped in the water and run right now if it were not for the ice. I might have some pictures tomorrow of her floating at the ramp to establish the water line. Steering syste...

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Thanks Harry -

I wish I had been able to do more of the final install and wiring. Work is in the way of things right now and the weather has not cooperated much either.

I need to get it on the water and put the first scratch on it to get that part of the angst behind me.

Ian.

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Now we just need to let all of this melt to get into the boat.

My oldest son on one of my uncle's snowmobiles.

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Everything but steering is in, engine has been run, all calibrated etc. I still have to hook up the battery switch, and finish wiring the running lights, bilge pumps, and blower. There will be a Blue Seas 6 position switch panel between the display and the key / horn. http://gallery.bateau2.com/albu...

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I always thought the windows in the B20 were pretty worthless. I figure if it is too dark and I feel I need something g later I can always add.

I do have the Bertram 20 emblems going back on (and the eagles).

Ian.

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A few more pictures.

Ian.

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Agree with Michael. The reason I did not simply shorten the compartment when all the glass work was done was to maintain access for engine install, etc.

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I have another picture to post. The black "thing" is a battery tray. There are 2 and will be a secondary bilge pump in between. As to the question of why the engine bay is so long. With the rear deck the engine needs to be wedged in there. If the engine compartment were shorter it would be even more...

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Thanks Tom - The beauty of fiberglass is you can always add more and grind again. Not sure that is the same with surgery. ;) Looks like the next time I see the boat it will be effectively mechanically ready for sea trial. I will still do the final wiring myself (lights, bilge, etc.). Seating is goin...

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Well noted. I will have him remove all and reapply the necessary pcs.

Ian.

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Volvo Penta 4.3 GXiE with Duoprop DPS-B drive. Getting there. http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22690/normal_292.jpg Battery shelf http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22690/normal_297.jpg http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/22690/normal_20140317_113308.jpg Helical Splines on p...

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Thanks Chris. Large project... I can't imagine doing a 31!

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Chris - looking good. I fondly remember that same transom shot where it looks like it was hit with a shotgun.

I have been through this boat... any questions I will try to help.

Ian.

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Tom - Had I purchased the moppie with the Yanmar, I would have only used the power for this boat. The moppie would have been stored for future use. Call me crazy, but I think I would like to try outboard conversion like John. Just dropped her off yesterday for engine install. Hoping to get some pict...

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I am game to get anything started.

I'll take mine in Seashell green. :)

Ian.

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Plan is to get all mechanicals done fill with fuel and see where she sits.

Bottom paint will be last step. Hull already has barrier coat complete.

I will have to look at the green options. Had not thought of that color choice.

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Use will be in fresh water. Mostly trailer stored, but will spend several weeks at a time in the water, so I am 99.99% sure I want bottom paint. I think the Nauset 28 in my other thread had black bottom paint. With the picture below, I am thinking White Pettit Vivid. Will add a chine stripe once the...

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Captain Patrick - You calling my boat small???

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Thanks everyone we are in the home stretch.

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Looks nice! I have actually seen twin Yanmar 315 stern drives in a 25.

Single big stern drive would be my choice.

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My wife finally removed herself from the decision making process. She was done with looking at pictures of boats and paint cards, etc.

I finally decided on this color after seeing this boat:

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