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-Don't know that I calculated the GPH but I burned about 120gal running 120mi round trip fishing offshore. Trolling for 6-7hrs.

-Idle speed both in gear, right at 7kts.

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See my post dated 26 August 2020. I had a 31 w/6bt 250s. I still have a pair of those wheels if you want em; for 11/4" shafts.

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I have a pair, recently tuned/one new, for the 31 I recently sold. Will sell. Georgetown,SC. bbtiller@gmail.com

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I had the same issue and resolved it this way: Fit the largest piece of 3/4" frp board you can make fit under the helm deck. It should extend forward several inches beyond the pedastal base and same aft. It will extend aft over where the bulkhead ties into the deck framing. I thru bolted the front t...

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Carl,
I like the Simrad, but don't have a transducer installed for it...yet. I have a furuno 588 but plan to add a transducer to this Simrad. Have been researching and would appreciate input from the sandbox.

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Back to this since I recently had to have my starboard prop replaced (slung a blade) this is with 21 x 23 3 blade props. Had the port prop tuned. Prop guy said there is a little cup in them also. (Big Rock Propellers in Morehead). That was running down the bay at slack tide...just over 2300 rpms. 26...

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I have that generator installed port side w-out the enclosure, I'll send pics if you send an email address or phone number. I have a soft enclosure for it but have not installed yet.
My email is bbtiller@gmail.com

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I have to agree with Early Bird. I have the same engines as he does. First launch after repower we got 22 knots at 23 knots at 2300 RPM's. When we pulled the boat for the winter we tweeked the props and now we are 24 at 2300 RPms, and most of my weight is aft with a full tank. Once I hit a half a t...

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i agree 26knt. at 2300 rpm would indicate a super light Bahia Mar or moppie unless you really put time into different props. and changed shaft angle together would extreme hydrodynamics to running gear. Give us a photo or more information. I'm not that light, FBC, with genset, A/C, 30gal water, Hea...

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I have 250hp cummins, 6BTA, 26kts at 2300rpm, rated cruise as I understand is 2400, wot is 2600.

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Here's a link to pics of the old Vamos, now "Bruiser"...use the second one, the first is my attempt to have the pics in this post. https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPymT5iwvx_Uegtt3Bhgtt56xVOMHF8YNas8plvRD89nJNLBU4nbNt5CZ7yRe8_FQ?key=SU5ub2x0WWJIbkgxVTJtc0JrZWp6dTFOd2hDV3ln https://photos.google...

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Congrats and good luck to you with your project,

I own the former Vamos, now named "Bruiser". I completely refitted the boat and have thoroughly enjoyed it. 1 and 1/2 yrs of work was worth it! I'll try to get some pics up.

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These guys had some decent boats when I was down there a few years ago, at Vaca cut just north of Marathon.

https://captainhooks.com

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I would be like to have a copy as well, will be happy to pay the site for a copy and other associated costs. Thank you.

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I'm interested as well, sent you a PM a couple of days ago. Let us know details when you get them and... THANKS!

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I was able to have a hardtop made from a (not too) old mold of a Hardtop that was built for a Scout Boats center console, probably a 28 or so. Dimensions were good for my 31. You could call any of the CC manufacturers and get dimensions and have one built that suits. I'll be happy to send you a pic,...

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Have any of you 31 owners installed or had one installed, a Glendinning synchronizer? I have this model: http://www.glendinningprods.com/gmp/pdf ... manual.pdf

Would like to know where you installed the unit and how the cables were run. Thanks!

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Does anyone have experience with and or recommendations for mooring whips for our 31s? Tying up on my floating dock where we have quite a bit of small boat traffic.

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What website are you seeing those, send a link please.

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I'm in. Just sent $. Let's keep it going guys!

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I've been shopping around for insurance on my Bertram... Similar value ($125K)... Cheapest quote I got was quadruple that... What gives?!...

PM me and I'll give you all the details of my policy, and anyone else that wants the same.

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My policy has the boat valued at 130K and the premium is $1250.00. Foremost Insurance: http://www.foremost.com/products/boat/

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I re-used the original and they are 1/4". John could tell you since he has 3/8" but there's some bending that has to be done to get them in and out so the thinner may be more manageable.

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I did mine similarly, 1. The foam does not appear to hold moisture, but there is definitely condensation above the liner on the underside of the bow deck. I would like to figure out a way to resolve that; maybe someone in the sandbox could offer some advice to resolve an issue for me and prevent you...

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Thanks for the tips, I'll report on how it went.

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I have the materials and am ready to begin the installation process; I've read the instructions. Seems pretty straightforward, do any of you guys who've done it have any "pearls of wisdom" for installing Sound Down on my engine boxes? Searched the sandbox and found plenty of info about what to use, ...

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Gulf Plating in Ft. Lauderdale? did six cleats, two hawses?, bow chock/running light, and two side steps, and multiple included bolts/washers/nuts for me for right at $1000. Nicely done. Very fast turn around. Here's the contact:

Dave Prentice
Gulf Plating
954-567-0303

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Gulf Plating in Ft. Lauderdale? did six cleats, two hawses?, bow chock/running light, and two side steps, and multiple included bolts/washers/nuts for me for right at $1000. Nicely done. Very fast turn around. Here's the contact:

Dave Prentice
Gulf Plating
954-567-0303

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If your deck is like mine with the small hatch just aft of companionway steps and near the midline, there is an access or fuel gauge on the tank, which I re-plumbed to serve as a direct fill. I still have a vent hose plumbed to the starboard wing wall (outboard of the stbd eng. hatch), but it may no...

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Stupid question: How does one determine/measure load? I have 6 BT Cummins.

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LP mono is what I use and you can get it in different colors to complement your hull color.

http://www.lindgren-pitman.com/p-36-lp- ... coils.aspx

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High Tide is where you need to go. My struts are original to the boat. (OEM is what most of the guys here refer to that as). I just went through this with my starboard strut which, fortunately we were able to bend back into alignment. We originally ordered replacement from Buck Algonquin which was n...

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First blood on the Harbinger. Finally. My two boys in the cockpit. Slow fishing other than that 50 pounder.

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Question: My engines are specified as 6BT 5.9 250hp, not 6BTA.
Do I really have 210hp or 250?
There is no aftercooler

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See the post: http://bertram31.com/newbb/viewtopic.ph ... 562#p99876

I just finished my rocket launcher as described in that. I used 15% denatured alcohol.

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Jaque, (or anyone else who might know)

Before Katrina I and a buddy leased a houseboat from Buzzy at Port Eades four 4 or 5 duck hunting trips between 1998 and 2004. Do you or know if there are any camps or houseboats available to rent there since the new construction?

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If you're wanting to glass in the front (i.e. no windows except for the sides) the Holmesy fiberglass replacement is great. I had mine installed by the yard here in Georgetown and it turned out very nice.

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Pete,

Thanks, Reed here at Hazzard Marine has one coming from Buck Algonquin, they'll have it to me this week.

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I need one. Squared up on a log in the waterway at about 25 knots. Shaft is 1-3/8" (need to verify). Had just gotten the kinks worked out of these motors.

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Capt Pat,in the building tips, teak console section, you mentioned : "The first coat of epoxy will be thinned with denatured alcohol for maximum penetration into the surface of the wood." What might be the ratio of denatured alcohol to epoxy? I assume this is west syst. epoxy. Thanks, I'm going to r...

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Thanks guys, I'll put more pics up before too long and I don't have a great many "progress" pics. Still have quite a bit of interior work to do but I'm just about ready to catch a fish.

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Finally got her in the water, still have some finishing to do inside and out, but here we are as of last Friday... Thanks to all the help from Capt. Pat and the faithful. Also Reed Tiller at Hazzard Marine in Georgetown along with Randy Moore have done a great job. Before: http://i1269.photobucket.c...

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Call Howard Rock at 252-441-1360. Marine Electronics of the Outer Banks. He likely has a refurbished AP 22 or can get you a new unit. I got the control head for an AP22 from a local capt. here. Howard checked that out and sold me the remainder of what I needed. Best of all, he was helpful, responsiv...

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Bill, my sincere apologies, the comment was not directed at you, I was wanting to point out how valuable this site is. I was not meaning to offend or judge; my comments were meant to inspire, not chastise. Poor choice of words on my part. Totally not my intent, and I have no way of knowing, nor does...

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Thank you, Capt. Pat, that is perfect and I encourage you to continue to ask the question: "Was this post useful to you?" Damn right it was useful, and I just sent a donation, again, and I respectfully challenge the sandbox users to do the same...support this site. (That's what we do, USE this site ...

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Has any one had experience with these. They can be modified to work in a helm pod for use with the Ongaro Palm Beach style handles, which is what I'm loking at doing. (I have 6bta's) http://www.kobelt.com/products/controls/mechanical/list/product-detail?productid=a0743d47-9798-6a94-a253-ff0000f575ed...

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Dug,

I sent you a PM, let me know if you got it.

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Just looked at those on the site you referenced...What does everyone think about installing just one at the midline? Enough light? Also I don't know where but I heard green is best for attracting fish...it certainly works for women.

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I have a 150 Etec and have had injector issues twice in three years. Probably had only 150 hrs. when first issue arose. The fix is not cheap. If I had to do it over again I would have bought the Yamaha 4 stroke. I made my decision based on weight and price.

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How easy (difficult) is it to disconnect and then reconnect the cummins gauges to new gauges?

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