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In Memory Walter K

I can tell you that a fishing town like Montauk is hurting. Between the cost of fuel (both for boating and getting there and back), the increased cost of charters, dockage and general operational expenses, and the increased limits on fishing seasons and quotas that exceed those of our neighboring st...

In Memory Walter K

Mine is one of the early ones. The two top pieces have screws holding them down and give easy access to the reflectors and bulbs. They are designed so it is impossible to put themn back incorrextly. If a mold for a duplicate is made, for those who are going to use side lights, it doesn't matter if t...

In Memory Walter K

Now that's a big time, long term solution! Walter

In Memory Walter K

Dave- All of our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Stay strong and committed to fighting this disease. Know that every one of The Faithful are rooting for you every minute of every day. Walter

In Memory Walter K

I guess the question is why? Most people who own Bahia Mars and Express Cruisers like them because they can run the boat and still be with the crew. They are also boats that can be fished alone should you wish to do so. Once you have a flying bridge, you are automatically the Captain and that's wher...

In Memory Walter K

Looking Good! Walter

In Memory Walter K

Wags-The Contender and Regulater guys seem to be as loyal to their boats as B-31 guys but being at Montauk and having seen some of their shootouts, the guys seem to be pretty beat up at the end of a hard fishing day. I guess you have to put in some hard time before you realize the benefits of the le...

In Memory Walter K

Although it's not something you'll want to consider during the fishing season, talk to a good prop guy about the benefits of lowering the pitch of your props but cupping them. In my case, the lowered pitch slowed me down at the bottom of the scale, but the cupping helped me on the top end. I'm pleas...

In Memory Walter K

Don't know what to say except to wish you lots of luck. All we have read up to now has spoken against the long term chances of success of relining but would love to have you prove them wrong! All the best. Walter

In Memory Walter K

That's very good as 6bts start to rumble at lower speeds. The lowest I have ever gotten is 650. My norm is just like yours. Walter

In Memory Walter K

I don't know what you're pushing, but when we get into the HP/speed discussions, I try to make this point. The props you put on a high HP engine will get you high performance/speed, but usually at the price of low end performance. If slow trolling is part of your fishing regimen, you have to factor ...

In Memory Walter K

Carl-My point was that by the time I did the modifications forced on me by replacing my 440's, it was actually cheaper to put in the diesels and not make the modifications. You might want to look into factory rebuilt/waranteed engines. My big surprise was the difference in how the boat handled with ...

In Memory Walter K

Carl- Although I am not familiar with the engines you are considering, I was in a similar position as yourself a while back with tired Chrysler 440's that were sucking gas like crazy. I, like you, wanted to be able to run 20-40 miles offshore for Tuna and Shark, yet almost all my inshore trolling wa...

In Memory Walter K

I guess it's slow but sure. The operation was an interesting experience as although I was dead from the waist down and was expected to zonk out during the procedure, I heard the whole thing including the sawing and the hammering. They had me trying to stand up and walk the following morning and was ...

In Memory Walter K

As far as Bluefish goes, I can understand not liking store-purchased Bluefish, but guys like us who catch them fresh and can be selective of the sizes we choose for cooking should derive delicious meals from them. Glad the gift purchased books were well received. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Mike- I have the basic same boat hull #31-382. What's different about this one is you have a separate head. Most Sportsfishermen came with the head under the center v-berth. As a matter of specs: The 1963 hulls were exceptionally thick. Mine presently has a pair of 210 Cummins 6bt's. With 1 3/8" sha...

In Memory Walter K

Brewster- I hope you're feeling better. Being bedridden is a lousy way to spend the Holidays. Walter

In Memory Walter K

The rules really ARE simple aren't they. All we have to do is accept them, but we can't be faulted for trying. Walter

In Memory Walter K

I'm back, alive, and got the computer fuctional (finally). It's just great to get back on the site again. Feels like a major recuperative act. You know you've made it on this site when you've earned a nick-name. Seems like Uncle Vic has given Mike and me a set of them. Does this mean there WILL be a...

In Memory Walter K

Captain Patrick- My check didn't make it in the mail before I ended up in the hospital but it will be there real soon. As a commentary on this site, the first two phone calls I got after coming out of the recovery room were from Uncle Vic and Patrick, followed a short while after by Randall and Mike...

In Memory Walter K

Thanks guys, I really appreciate all your notes. I'm off to NYC this afternoon for tomorrow's surgery. Hope it won't be long before I'm in front of a computer again so I can catch up with all of you! Walter

In Memory Walter K

I cannot tell you how pleased I have been with Cummins 6bt's. Basically very simple engines. If you don't over HP your boat, you can keep your 1 3/8" shafts, one serpentine self-tensioning belt, inexpensive parts, you can live with straight exhausts (no mufflers). Uncle Vic probably has the perfect ...

In Memory Walter K

Where did you see "Zone Index"?

In Memory Walter K

Those of you who saw me in Panama must have noticed I was limping around and not drinking very much because I was popping painkillers to stay up with the gang. Well, the condition got worse and the rest of the boating season had me permanently on the bridge rather than up and down as would be my nor...

In Memory Walter K

Actually Chiles, that brings up a very valid tax point that I may have come up with a solution for. These great (my opinion) women should adopt you guys. Walter

In Memory Walter K

I didn't check the site since last night and we're on page 2 already. Terrific! Count me in. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Mike-I did a lot of research on the smaller diesels for the B-20 plus some preliminary stuff on a 170 hp rotary gas engine. If you're interested, e-mail me and I'll share what I found out. Hank's buddy had told me that the Mercruiser straight 4 3.0 was going to come out fuel injected for greater hp ...

In Memory Walter K

Tell me about the Mullet. My wife is Indian and says what we call trolling bait here is a big-time delecacy in Bombay! Walter

In Memory Walter K

Mike-Happy Birthday! The last year was certainly a memorable one. Let's make next year memorable again by catching a few more Sils on the fly rod! I'll make the flies. Walter

In Memory Walter K

What a great looking pup! Be patient, he'll be your best friend. He'll get housebroken in time. Then the real fun begins. I've got a 2 1/2 year old black lab that surprises us all every once in a while by walking through the house carrying a bra or panty that she's stolen from a laundry bin somewher...

In Memory Walter K

You got em. Wonder if we can ship them ahead?

In Memory Walter K

E-mail me your address. I'll respond asap. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Randall-Sounds similar to the Long Island story about Grumman's fighters. The WWII Wildcat, which was the first carrier figters to take on the Japanese Zeros were like that and got chopped up pretty badly. Grumman came back with the Hellcat that had 1" armor plating, self sealing fuel tanks and 1000...

In Memory Walter K

My "The Captain's Cookbook" has 226 pages of illustrated "how to do it" seafood recipes from Charterboat Captains from all over the US and the Caribbean. Every once in a while Uncle Vic offers some up for fundraising for the site and I also give some to some of the Rendezvous committees to raffle fo...

In Memory Walter K

And if I am not mistaken, "Hyena Boat" was first earned by Ernest when he ran his 28 to the UVI in Port Eads several years ago. Uncle Vic called it that for the reasons mentioned earlier and 28's have been called that by The Faithful ever since. I thought Ernest might actually rename his boat that o...

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I can't believe it. 65 posts on the subject and now it's bled over tto this thread. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Are you talking about the Italicised cap letters on the sides of the boat in chrome preceeding the "31"? Walter

In Memory Walter K

Congratulations Bob! Looking good! All that hard work is coming together beautifully. Walter

In Memory Walter K

There is a tool I've seen mechanics use to get under hoses that you might ask about in a Auto supply store. It has a solid handle like a good screwdriver but the end of the shaft is like flattened icepick that has been bent to a right angle. They work the end under the tubing and then work it around...

In Memory Walter K

Kevin-You had to be there to appreciate it fully! UVI Port Eads 2004 If I remember correctly.

In Memory Walter K

Only to be exceeded by Massachusetts' triple header- Ted Kennedy, John Kerry and Barney Frank.

In Memory Walter K

In the midst of our Northeast Ethanol mess, Randall bought Avgas from Easthampton airport for his B-25. 100 octane, no ethanol, leaded. Engines never ran so good, didn't have to rip out his tanks, but he DID pay a premium for it. I sure as hell would pay more for non-ethanoled fuel for my B-20. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Mike-out our way (and probably everywhere else) this last season, price was the issue. Montauk Marine Basin, 631-668-5900 Carl Darenberg Jr. maintains their tanks/filters well, but has always been a bit higher than neighboring sources even before all this. Usually about 5Â¢ per gallon but this year ...

In Memory Walter K

One of our Marinas already does that via Valvetech. Don't know if it does any good but that's what he claims. Presently, since we don't have the low-sulpher fuel yet and no one's been complaining, most have been basing their decisions on price. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Pull one plug and one carburetor. Shiny black stuff? You've got the dreaded Ethanol problem and you're lucky you got back with both engines running. Hope that's not the case but sure sounds like it. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Don't feel bad. One engine on a B-31 is a horror, too. I'm working on my 7th renewal on my Captain's license and I won't even attempt close quarters on one engine any more. Walter

In Memory Walter K

From this point on, send your letters Registered, return receipt requested. Type in CC: and your lawyers name (Esq. after a name is how my lawyer has his), and any sort of State, Federal or consumer protection agency that will get their attention. For whatever reason I cannot explain, I suspect your...

In Memory Walter K

Bob's telephone number is 631-668-4064. Feel free to tell him Walter Kaprielian suggested you call. Hopefully he hasn't gone to Florida yet. Let me know if you can't connect with him and I'll see if I can find a cell phone number. The site should have his e-mail address under "profiles". Walter

In Memory Walter K

All the best to all of you. Special thanks to Captain Patrick and Uncle Vic who have worked so hard to make this site what it now is for so many of us. It has certainly enriched my life. Walter

In Memory Walter K

Do NOT let him tape to the hull. I've had mine taped to the underside of the aluminum rub rail. Easier done on land. Also, my Marina runs a line around the boat about a foot down andwraps the shrink wrap around it and tapes it to itself. Walter

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