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Craig,
I found out that E&T Plastics has a location in Dallas. I was wondering what thickness Makrolon did you use? E&T said to use either .060 or .080.
Thanks in advance.
John.

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Craig,
Thanks for the details. Makrolon sounds like the right stuff. I didn't know that they actually sew the panels to the fabric. Sounds like the way to go.
Thanks.
John.

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Thanks for the input,guys. Sometimes I'm glad that this project has taken so long, as far as, that, new products are always coming out, and, I've been able to increment them as they come my way. I'm having a couple of bids being worked on for a EZ2CY enclosure, and, one for a poly carbonite enclosur...

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Is anyone familiar with this stuff? From what I gather, it's kind of like a thin piece of plexiglass, and, is fastened with zippers to attach to C channel which is secured to the boat and framework of the tower. I don't know much about it, but, alot of the 50' boats in S.Texas are using it, and, lov...

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Thanks Frank,
I think that we talked a couple of times on the phone a few years back...I think that you had some info on some new Cummins engines that you gave me, and, I think that you were building a super nice house in NC...could that be right?
Thanks.
John.

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Frank,
I'm kind of like a kid in a candy store...don't no which way to go...I think that after long consideration that we'll end up going back with the fighting lady yellow. On the color charts, is there much of a difference between the Awlgrip and the 2000?
Keep up the good work, Frank.
John.

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Pete,
I hear ya. My paint person won't warranty dark colors...black, red, dark blues and greens. Thanks for the advice, Pete.
John.

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OK guys, Thanks for the responses...a big thanks to Charlie...lol. Thanks Walter for the pics, and, thanks Trey for the color match. After Pam looked at Gale's bahia, and, after looking at Awlgrip sea foam green, she decided to go with the aqua mist. I hate to copy Gale, but, if you can't beat them,...

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I need some help, guys. I'm getting real close to finishing up the Reel Cowboy redo, and after 5 years of bouncing around, the fighting lady yellow has taken some bumps and bruises, and needs to be re-sprayed. The question is, I have a white bottom, white boot stripe, white top sides, black Stamoid ...

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I just ordered 2 pieces of Starboard 1/2" 12 3/8" x 17 3/8"...$38..free shipping. My wife's cutting board is 26" x 32" and costs under $20 at Walmart...damn...same damn stuff...anything marine and look out! I know what to do, next time, fellas...Pam will say "where's my cutting board?"..."How am I s...

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Doug,
We'll try that one next time. I'll let you know how it turns out.
Thanks again.
John.

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Rocky,
Do you think that Harry can handle 435 ponies and a Muncie M22?...sure he can...he's a Bertram man!
What's under the hood? Harry?
John.

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Walter and Gerry,
She called me today, and, we've got it all figured out.
Thanks.
John.

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Pam cooked your Greek recipe for the hundredth time or so, with trout and reds this time. We've been letting the mix sit in the fridge for a couple days before cooking it..the fish gets really seasoned up, and, outstanding!
Thanks, buddy.
John.

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and, if St. Nick thinks that you've been a heel all year, then, maybe he'll throw in Tony Athen's personal cell phone number...

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Rocky, If you're putting together a Christmas list for Santa, then, write down what you really want! If you want Yanmars, then, write down Yanmars..In the long run...less hastle for him...no re-mans, and all of that non sense. If he's running a little short this year, then, you'll get the 270's...ho...

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Mark,
I know where you're going with this one...the one in the middle...blow fish? sucker?or clown fish? The joke's on you! I beat ya to the punch line! ha ha
ha ha ha I'm such a funny guy! ha ha ha...Eat me, Mark.
John.

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Gerry,
Do you happen to know the width of the Cabrera's swim platform at it's narrowist? The platform is 70 miles away and I want to order the brackets. I called Cabrera's and had a hard time communicating with Mr. Cabrera. Also, how many brackets did you use?
Many thanks, Gerry.
John.
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Rocky,
And I know that Melissa is not gonna settle for Formica and partical board.
Best wishes, pal.
John.

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Walter, We pretty much figured that it would come down to that, but, always looking for an easier solution. Frank, The overall dimensions are about 23" x 26" from what I can remember. The frame work is glued together, kind of like a picture frame, but, if I bought a big enough piece of Starboard, th...

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Pam Here! I finally had an opportunity to put a couple of pictures on the Bertram board from the trip to Cabo this year. This is the third year that we have participated in the Black & Green Tournament; fishing with Danny & Laurie McKinney, and there was a very large turn out. Mark Stange has been i...

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I know, sounds like a stupid question. Let me explain...I bought a custom Starboard tackle box that fits into my helm, and found out that it's not bright white, but has a yellow tint to it. I didn't know about the wrong color untill it was installed. The box is great as it allows you to drop open th...

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Rocky,
I hope that Mrs. Santa comes through for ya, since you're not asking for too much or anything!
Is Yanmar still making the LP 315's? For how much longer?
Mind your P's and Q's and be a good boy for at least 3 more weeks or so.
John.

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Pete,
I'm going down to the boat this weekend and will measure mine and see where we're at.
Thanks for the info, everyone.
John.

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Bill,
Did you go with the 21" brackets? I know that AFI makes a smaller version. What else is on the market without having something fabricated?

Thanks.

Rocky,
Thanks for the measurements and pics...I'll have my buddies take a look before tackling the job.
Thanks again,
John.

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Rocky, Thanks for the info, I double checked the AFI bracket angle, and, it turns out to be 102 degrees...looks like I won't have to re-invent the wheel this time. The brackets are 14" x 21", and, I was thinking that 4 of them should distribute the load. I need to check the width of the platform fir...

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jrhaszard,
That's close enough.
I appreciate your response.
John.

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Thanks in advance,fellas, We're getting ready to mount the Cabrera's swim platform, and, are looking at s.s. brackets made by A F I. Their brackets are triangle in shape and have a 105 degree angle. Does anyone know the angle of the 31's transom in reference to the bottom of the boat? Many thanks. J...

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Brew,
Good one!

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Mark,
It's all going to work out, big boy. The docs at MD Anderson with God's help...miracles happen there daily, and, Mara will be included...I just know it. Lets just take baby steps and keep chugging along,and, it will all work out...I promise.
Keep the faith, brother.
John.

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Mark,
Do walleye get that big?
See ya'll in a couple of weeks, and, can't wait for the Cabo tournament the following.
Later, pal.
John.

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Rawleigh,
You gave me that link 3 or 4 years ago or so, and that's what we went with. The setup is great for running the engines while on a lift or trailer.
Thanks.

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Mike,
I'll call you next week when I'm back in Freeport. Still remember how to drink beer? Fishin and drinkin are like riding a bike.
John.

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Mike, You need to load up the shotgun with some rock salt and pepper their lil asses...that'll teach em. Sounds like you're enjoying the retired life. Reel Cowboy is over at Steve and Lisa's getting the fish boxes finished up. My phone broke a couple of years ago, and I lost your number. Give it to ...

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Mike,
What the hell have you been up to? I've been wondering about you. Everything ok?

John.

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Tom,
Menhaden civiche...now that sounds tasty! Chum anyone?

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UV,
When my neighbors bug me for fish, I give them kingfish...they never ask for fish again. I've heard that some Jamaican jerk kingfish recipes are good, but, that's all that I know.
Thanks.
John.

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Thanks, UV and Walter,
I mis-spelled blackened, sorry. We do the fish quite a bit on the half shell, and were wanting to try something different. Thanks for the advice.
I just need a good recipe for kingfish and I'll have all bases covered.

Thanks again,'
John.

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I've got the skillet, blackening powder and butter, question is, what next? You guys fixed me up with the seared tuna, can you help me out here? I'm trying to broaden my horizons without setting myself on fire.
Many thanks.
John.

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Mikeyand Bob,

Amen...clean up that space with pop up cleats.

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Blow fish.

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Ernest,
Next time you're down in Freeport, go look at my boat which is across the street from Noe's. I have Capt. Pat's air boxes installed.
John.
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Mark, Whole Foods?...if I only had your $$$.Do you know if they make generic Pacifico?.I'll go check it out at the dollar store. Pam's been grilling the tuna for years, but she sometimes overcooks it. I had her read the above posts and I think that she's on track now. Give me my jacket back, wiseguy...

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Thanks everyone,
We're going to use all of the info mentioned above. We've been munching on sashimi with wasabi and soy for the last couple of hours, and now it's time to kick it up a notch!
Much thanks.
John.

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I've had it a bunch of ways...about half the time overcooked, but what's the best way to sear it on a charcoal Weber grill, without over grilling it?
Many thanks.
John.

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Ken,
I've been busy, but I've been wondering how everything is going on your end. I'll give you a buzz tomorro afternoon. I was wondering how your new castle weathered the storm.
John.

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Thanks Ed,
We'll take you up on that next year. How did ya'll weather the storm?
John.

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UV, Talking about a winning streak! You're unbeatable! I think that ya'll booked your trip just right...My friends in Tx, went in march of this year, and ended up with one sailfish and a few small tuna for the week. They had a fantastic time anyway, and are planning on going back. I'm glad that you ...

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Kiffa,
Would you mind telling me a little more on the process of doing the molded non skid? We're about ready to apply the Alwgrip non skid to the cockpit, and I have always wanted the uniform checkered pattern instead.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
John.

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Kiffa,
How did you like working with the Nidacore? My area between the engine boxes and the cabin bulkhead is also done with Nidacore...rock solid. Great job.
John.

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