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by spencer
Nov 15th, '20, 12:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Installing Electronic Engine Controls
Replies: 15
Views: 7558

Re: Installing Electronic Engine Controls

https://www.dropbox.com/sc/5fpz8b1o1knt57l/AACn3R_JR4SjoJJUFghUBupPa I added some more that I had But yes the drop box I’m uploading all from my phone Copying the link and pasting I’ll try to get more pics of the fly bridge area The 31 is in Stuart until we bring it down this or next week just tryin...
by spencer
Nov 14th, '20, 14:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Installing Electronic Engine Controls
Replies: 15
Views: 7558

Re: Installing Electronic Engine Controls

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/l8btx039o9msuax/AACh4kDAQPq7ya60_UbD7-BVa?dl=0 Some pictures of my build - if it works I saw your name on the hull truth I purchased some land in hopetown - dorros cove Community is putting a dock back in and I’m putting a lift in so hopefully by June I can keep a boat Ove...
by spencer
Nov 12th, '20, 22:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Installing Electronic Engine Controls
Replies: 15
Views: 7558

Re: Installing Electronic Engine Controls

Iron worker Looks good I’ll post some pics in a little of my rebuild Had my boat on the hard for 10 years Did a complete restoration, I have Cummins 250 And used the Tony Athens digital gauges to interface with the garmin units -went with single level controls but Used Capt Patrick’s recommended com...
by spencer
Jun 3rd, '19, 08:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 conversion to an outboard powered CC
Replies: 527
Views: 1114517

Re: Bertram 25 conversion to an outboard powered CC

Pm me your email and cell
I’ll send photos any maybe u can post them
My photobucket account is not allowing me to grab
My pics
by spencer
Apr 25th, '19, 20:58
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 conversion to an outboard powered CC
Replies: 527
Views: 1114517

Re: Bertram 25 conversion to an outboard powered CC

Glenn from L and H is working on my 31 in Stuart

I redid a 25 with outboards and are using it while my 31 is finished
If you like some picks of the build/ the 25 let me know - I kept it
The way it was( it’s not a center console ) but did a lot of custom items

Spencer
by spencer
Sep 19th, '18, 07:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stainless Marine Hardware
Replies: 22
Views: 4774

Re: Stainless Marine Hardware

Had to make the holes bigger than the original
Pretty sure u would have to even with the smaller gemlux
Rod holder due to the base design

I’ll try to get pics up today for you
by spencer
Sep 18th, '18, 19:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stainless Marine Hardware
Replies: 22
Views: 4774

Re: Stainless Marine Hardware

Just did this project The small no bolt rod holders will leave the previous holes still exsposed - had lee If u use the heavy duty ones they will cover up everything A little overkill but they look great I did this on my 25 Bertram - I have the socket for them if u decide To do the heavy duty ones -...
by spencer
Jul 28th, '18, 16:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone have Coosa Scraps?
Replies: 5
Views: 4535

Re: Anyone have Coosa Scraps?

I have coosa and pvc board scraps
Let me know
I’m in Boynton
by spencer
Feb 5th, '18, 07:36
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: TS Itinerary
Replies: 21
Views: 10102

Re: TS Itinerary

Bruce

I would like to go as well

- would like to bring two to three family members also if possible
If room is available


Thanks
by spencer
Jan 8th, '18, 18:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Value of Old Components from a Bertram 25?
Replies: 4
Views: 1839

Re: Value of Old Components from a Bertram 25?

I have a 25 restored with outboards and a bracket

I may be interested in the hard top and aluminum
Supports and window frame parts etc .

Where are u located ?

Thanks
Spencer
by spencer
Dec 1st, '17, 21:37
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cockpit Deck/Fishbox Layout
Replies: 25
Views: 9890

Re: Cockpit Deck/Fishbox Layout

Steve ,
I have a Cabrera kit that is installed
U can look at if u like , it’s in Boca
On a trailer / the full kit / deck supports
fish boxes / between the engines and engine boxes
Let me know

Spencer
by spencer
Jun 29th, '17, 17:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bottom paint
Replies: 15
Views: 6087

Re: Bottom paint

Thanks guys
Petit ultima 60 is what they are recommending
Looks like I'm going to go that route

Boats getting a little face lift
Top to bottom

I'll get some pics soon
by spencer
Jun 27th, '17, 06:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bottom paint
Replies: 15
Views: 6087

Bottom paint

Getting my 25 repainted topsides and hull Considering doing the bottom Also Boat has bottom paint and is kept on a lift Is there a slick bottom paint that will give better performance And be able to stand the abuse of putting on the lift ? Doubt the boat will be kept in the water for more than a cou...
by spencer
May 25th, '17, 13:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RUB RAIL
Replies: 5
Views: 2715

Re: RUB RAIL

Thanks for all the replies, I talked to alex and danny both had similar prices
going to go with alex.

has a special with free shipping right now
by spencer
May 24th, '17, 14:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RUB RAIL
Replies: 5
Views: 2715

RUB RAIL

GOING TO ORDER A PVC RAIL , ONLY PLACES I SEE ARE HIGH TIDE / AND WHITAKER IN CALIFORNIA

ANY FRIST HAND EXPERIENCE WITH THE HIGH TIDE PVC RUB RAIL/ SOME OLD POSTS SAID THE FIT WAS DIFFERENT THAN WHITAKER THAT IT WAS DESIGNED FOR THE 46 BERTRAM NOT THE 31

THANKS

SPENCER
by spencer
Apr 16th, '17, 08:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: b25 Bracket design
Replies: 34
Views: 13278

Re: b25 Bracket design

Look up hermco brackets
Made out of fiberglass

3200 for twin design
He has done Bertram
Price list is on his website
by spencer
Apr 11th, '17, 17:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: outboards on a bracket getting swamped
Replies: 24
Views: 6208

Re: outboards on a bracket getting swamped

Never had a problem running twin outboards
On the 25 Bertram with a bracket
25 inch shafts / go fishing in some pretty sporty
Seas
by spencer
Mar 21st, '17, 20:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kobelt controls
Replies: 26
Views: 9089

Re: Kobelt controls

http://www.rgrsolo.com/

Here is the site
by spencer
Mar 21st, '17, 19:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kobelt controls
Replies: 26
Views: 9089

Re: Kobelt controls

I put in Rollins controls ,
In Capt Particks helm pod

They give a discount to Bertram 31 members
Was recommended by Capt Patrick
by spencer
Mar 18th, '17, 16:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1969 25' mark II repower project
Replies: 16
Views: 6268

Re: 1969 25' mark II repower project

http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/drspe ... t=3&page=1


Use this link and check out pics and ideas
It will help

Spencer
by spencer
Mar 17th, '17, 12:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B28 being converted to center console
Replies: 24
Views: 8609

Re: B28 being converted to center console

Congrats on achieving the rebuild , it takes a lot of time / and money

I like it / and if your able to do a lot of the build
It's a great platform and won't cost like a new 28
Boat

I did my 25 with outboards
Doing my 31,with diesels
The thought of doing another
No way
by spencer
Mar 17th, '17, 11:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1969 25' mark II repower project
Replies: 16
Views: 6268

Re: 1969 25' mark II repower project

I have a 25 1966 hard top with1/2 tower
Have a bracket with twin 150 merc 4 strokes

Love it great fuel economy for trolling and 4000 rpm
Is around 25 knots

One fuel tank 180 gallons
by spencer
Mar 15th, '17, 20:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: scuppers / switch panel on flybridge
Replies: 13
Views: 2890

Re: scuppers / switch panel on flybridge

Thanks for the links and the recommendations
Going to do a sea trial first (intercostal)with a basic system to test running gear
Steering and exhaust , I'll see how she sits in the water

It has been a long road getting it done
But a learning experience for sure

Spencer
by spencer
Mar 13th, '17, 16:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: scuppers / switch panel on flybridge
Replies: 13
Views: 2890

scuppers / switch panel on flybridge

What is everyone using for the scuppers/ I put in a Cabrera deck and trying to plan the best option 1, option is th marine has square plastic scuppers with a flap that will fit for sale 2, option I have seen what looks like pvc, cut in 1/2 across the scupper opening also what would people consider t...
by spencer
Jan 24th, '17, 17:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Costa Rica
Replies: 2
Views: 1694

Re: Costa Rica

I'm here now
In Nosara Costa Rica
Fishing /surfing

It's pretty nice and still quiet good surf break also
Caught 2 marlin , 3 sails and some dolphin

Also went to quepos in past trips
Good fishing used Luna tours there.

Golfito is nice also

Fishingnosara.com
Look it up

Spencer
by spencer
Dec 16th, '16, 13:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bilge drain thru hulls
Replies: 11
Views: 2660

Re: Bilge drain thru hulls

Thank you all for the responses, gives me something to think about. Seems pretty apparent that check valves are not good. What kind and how many bilge pumps are you guys using? Think I am going with two at the stern and one in between the engines I have the bilge closed off in front of the engine/bu...
by spencer
Dec 12th, '16, 22:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bilge drain thru hulls
Replies: 11
Views: 2660

Bilge drain thru hulls

It's been awhile but my 31 is almost ready to get wet Diesels installed , new exhaust thru the sides, new palm beach style throttles and steering I'll take some new pics soon I would like to not have the bilge drains exiting from port and starboard sides I want a clean look without them , what is th...
by spencer
Sep 10th, '16, 18:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Board update and Pats moulds, future memorial service
Replies: 13
Views: 4657

Re: Board update and Pats moulds, future memorial service

Do you know if he created a battery box mold / and a curved door mold
Or are they one offs ?

Thanks Craig Spencer
by spencer
Sep 2nd, '16, 14:37
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: radar on 25 bertram
Replies: 3
Views: 1599

radar on 25 bertram

Faithful, I have a Bertram 25 hardtop, with a aluminum 2nd station with a radar arch on it with a canvas top. Which location would be better for the radome on the hardtop or on the radar arch? my system is two raymarine e80 networked with a 18 inch hd color digital radome considerations, esthetics, ...
by spencer
Aug 18th, '16, 14:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Project B25!
Replies: 110
Views: 27204

Re: New Project B25!

The horizontal bulk head was added to support the rear of the new tank, also there is a new support added to bottom of the gass tank aft to stern, water can also pass thru under the tank but it is sealed its a good set up. The original was two io , holes filled and bracket added the original tank(19...
by spencer
Aug 16th, '16, 20:26
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Project B25!
Replies: 110
Views: 27204

Re: New Project B25!

Corey here is some pics of my rebuild Went with twin 150 merc 4 strokes on bracket There is a seat to the port with a freshwater storage sink under the cushion , starboard under cushion is live well / cooler its insulated 180 gallons fuel tank http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/drspencerortho/library...
by spencer
Aug 9th, '16, 15:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Capt Pat.
Replies: 224
Views: 776347

Re: Goodbye Faithful...

Captain Patrick, Thank you for starting this site and sharing your knowledge in Bertrams and boat building I have learned so much from this site over the past years, which has been instrumental in building my Bertrams I am frequently on the site every day reading posts, and to read this post from yo...
by spencer
Jul 4th, '16, 18:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy 4th
Replies: 6
Views: 2155

Re: Happy 4th

Happy forth also from the Bahamas
In hope town now
Had two day charters with Ira key
On a salt weapons charters : has a 31 Bertram
Caught 2 nice wahoo a dolphin and a bunch of
Black fin tuna
If you come to hope town give him a shot
Spencer
by spencer
Jun 5th, '16, 15:48
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mid Year Donations
Replies: 25
Views: 19110

Re: Mid Year Donations

Embarrassed to say I have not donated in A long time
Really no excuse sorry/ it's got to cost a lot to keep it going
I'm on this site at least twice a day
and has helped me rebuild a
25 and almost finished 31

Check will go out tomorrow
Craig Spencer
by spencer
Mar 2nd, '16, 23:20
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boat haul out storage in elbow /manowar/ greenturtle Bahamas
Replies: 1
Views: 1784

Boat haul out storage in elbow /manowar/ greenturtle Bahamas

Any advice on dry storage / and haul out service from april-may through August
The boat is a 25 foot Bertram outboard powered

Thanks
Spencer
by spencer
Feb 25th, '16, 20:30
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Re: Bertram 25 hardtop question

Joe , a lot of the work was done already Like the seats I redid the bulkheads with composite materials , including the inside bulkheads with Pvc board Mechanic rewired boat, replaced all accessories and new led lights Placed 3 batteries / new fuel tank etc Now I need to do the hard top don't want to...
by spencer
Feb 24th, '16, 22:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Re: Bertram 25 hardtop question

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by spencer
Feb 24th, '16, 22:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Re: Bertram 25 hardtop question

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by spencer
Feb 24th, '16, 22:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Re: Bertram 25 hardtop question

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by spencer
Feb 24th, '16, 22:21
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Re: Bertram 25 hardtop question

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by spencer
Feb 24th, '16, 22:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Re: Bertram 25 hardtop question

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k510/drspencerortho/bertram%2025/IMG_4429_zpsodhrh3du.jpg http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k510/drspencerortho/bertram%2025/IMG_4428_zpsvwfussi1.jpg http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k510/drspencerortho/bertram%2025/IMG_4437_zpstqlsv6zr.jpg I'll try to post ...
by spencer
Feb 11th, '16, 20:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 hardtop question
Replies: 15
Views: 7962

Bertram 25 hardtop question

So I'm almost finished completely redoing my 25 bertram , I will take some final pictures and post soon But basically everything was replaced , tank, complete rewire , new Mercury 150 four strokes, etc.... One thing I have wondered is what is inside the hardtop itself , I'm getting some soft areas o...
by spencer
Dec 11th, '15, 13:06
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kiwi Grip
Replies: 11
Views: 5001

Re: Kiwi Grip

Tom,

not to derail the thread, are you painting boats in stuart also?
I am finishing up the wiring on the boat and then will need a complete
paint job

Spencer
by spencer
Nov 13th, '15, 14:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 6
Views: 2799

Re: Florida Keys

Marlin , I will be down in Key West the 18 - 21 of November , would love to see the boat

Spencer
by spencer
Oct 8th, '15, 00:21
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking for recomendations...
Replies: 10
Views: 4395

Re: Looking for recomendations...

Agree with Mark on the Redrum
Ask for Tiffany
And if you can pay cash directly, somtimes can get a discount
by spencer
Jun 9th, '15, 11:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pretty boat, crappy photo
Replies: 9
Views: 6273

Re: Pretty boat, crappy photo

Boat had the tower done in Boynton beach pretty sure (blue water towers)
have a pic of it at sunfest in west palm beach in may
by spencer
May 26th, '15, 09:04
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: bertram 25 repower
Replies: 1
Views: 1404

bertram 25 repower

http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/drspe ... o/library/

some pics of the 25 rebuild going on
putting twin 150 merc four stroke
all wiring redone , tank, steering ,etc.
by spencer
May 25th, '15, 12:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bilge paint
Replies: 2
Views: 2177

Re: Bilge paint

Capt
Thanks
Finishing up the 25 Bertram repower
Will post some pics in a little
Spencer
by spencer
May 24th, '15, 14:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bilge paint
Replies: 2
Views: 2177

Bilge paint

Anybody know the epoxy based paint
That was made by Sherman
Williams people were using it for bilge
Areas

Thanks
by spencer
Mar 26th, '15, 16:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: MOON TIDE
Replies: 5
Views: 1763

Re: MOON TIDE

After finishing my 31 rebuild
All I can say unless u are doing the work yourself
That is a deal