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- May 7th, '21, 12:21
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A New Chapter for this 31 and Thank You to the Group
- Replies: 10
- Views: 12720
Re: A New Chapter for this 31 and Thank You to the Group
You can still hang around and show us your new boat, whatever it may be! Once a Bertram owner, always a Bertram owner, right? Don't be a stranger. Rawleigh
- May 5th, '21, 14:53
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The importance of fundraisers
- Replies: 11
- Views: 88488
Re: The importance of fundraisers
Welcome aboard! Unfortunately Uncle Vic, Cat. pat and Terry Frank have all gone to the happy fishing hole in the sky. We have agreat group of guys on here that will help you with anything you may need. Rawleigh
- May 5th, '21, 14:00
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fuel pump sight glass
- Replies: 11
- Views: 8417
Re: Fuel pump sight glass
Newer fuel pumps just have the tube to the carb, right?
- May 5th, '21, 13:56
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: CNC Routers
- Replies: 17
- Views: 24556
Re: CNC Routers
How about just making a dimple with a center drill on the CNC and then finishing it on the drill press?
- May 4th, '21, 11:11
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Winters Project(s)
- Replies: 111
- Views: 384714
Re: Another Winters Project(s)
Man those gunnels are pretty!
- May 4th, '21, 11:07
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Eisenglass alternatives??
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9915
Re: Eisenglass alternatives??
That was Uncle Vic's choice with Goretex (or was it kevlar?) thread wasn't it Carl?
- May 3rd, '21, 09:00
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights
- Replies: 13
- Views: 9570
- Apr 29th, '21, 13:35
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Aft bilge pump
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5720
Re: Aft bilge pump
Can you bypass the switch and wire it to another switch?
- Apr 28th, '21, 15:36
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: CNC Routers
- Replies: 17
- Views: 24556
Re: CNC Routers
Nice! Keep us posted!
- Apr 28th, '21, 14:56
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Aft bilge pump
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5720
Re: Aft bilge pump
Use these switches. This link takes you to their Tef-gel page. Click on the "Pump Switch" tab on left side of screen. These are the Ultra Pump Switches.
http://www.wolfwire.com/tefgel/frameset.htm
Then pick your choice of simple bilge pump (w/o built in switch).
http://www.wolfwire.com/tefgel/frameset.htm
Then pick your choice of simple bilge pump (w/o built in switch).
- Apr 26th, '21, 15:23
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Helm parts have started to arrive
- Replies: 11
- Views: 6961
Re: Helm parts have started to arrive
Let the fun begin!!! Nice looking stuff! The Sendure parts I just ordered are not quite as sexy as your parts!!
- Apr 26th, '21, 15:22
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: BUDGET TIME
- Replies: 14
- Views: 10763
Re: BUDGET TIME
I just sent a donation via Paypal. I don't have any suggestions right now Yannis.
- Apr 22nd, '21, 10:01
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: B25 Headliner and Hull Liner
- Replies: 38
- Views: 24066
Re: B25 Headliner and Hull Liner
Snipe: Do you have a name or manufacturer for that stripper? Did you need a forced air respirator to use it?
- Apr 22nd, '21, 09:51
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Back Together
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4295
Re: Back Together
Sweet! I too have a '66!
- Apr 22nd, '21, 09:49
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: snubber for fuel PSI / vacuum gauge
- Replies: 13
- Views: 12620
Re: snubber for fuel PSI / vacuum gauge
Frank: For that price have you checked on getting the gauges repaired? They may just need a new needle.
- Apr 21st, '21, 11:15
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cummins repower
- Replies: 353
- Views: 8361912
Re: Cummins repower
Nice touch!
- Apr 21st, '21, 09:04
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cummins repower
- Replies: 353
- Views: 8361912
Re: Cummins repower
I like the battery box. Did you build it or buy it?
- Apr 21st, '21, 08:59
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights
- Replies: 13
- Views: 9570
Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights
Mine has the top cap, but I believe some have used the pop in filler plugs used on stainless steel sinks, if you can find the right size.
- Apr 19th, '21, 09:15
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights
- Replies: 13
- Views: 9570
Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights
Great info! Thanks.
- Apr 15th, '21, 10:22
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A normal day in the Aegean...
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6242
Re: A normal day in the Aegean...
Bertram weather!!! LOL!
- Apr 12th, '21, 12:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wedding Ring Safety
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10228
Re: Wedding Ring Safety
Ouch Marshall!! I was just looking at silicone wedding rings today. I do a lot of work around the farm on weekends and I think about it alot. i don't want to be "degloved"!!
- Apr 9th, '21, 09:54
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Insurance
- Replies: 27
- Views: 22793
Re: Insurance
Yannis: What you are talking about is the liability part of the insurance. Unless you have a loan on the boat you are not required to have hull insurance. That is your risk. I don't even think you are obligated to have liability coverage like you are on a car, but you are a fool if you don't.
- Apr 7th, '21, 11:52
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A look at Tropic Star
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6958
- Apr 7th, '21, 11:42
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Insurance
- Replies: 27
- Views: 22793
Re: Insurance
I should add for full disclosure that my premium is $787.00 but I have a Chesapeake Bay and inland waters only endorsement
- Apr 7th, '21, 11:35
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Thru-Hull Transducer replacing old one
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7828
Re: Thru-Hull Transducer replacing old one
Mine are in the same place. I would just say to make the fairing block as thin as possible to minimize drag. Mine stick down farther than I would like.
- Apr 6th, '21, 09:23
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Insurance
- Replies: 27
- Views: 22793
Re: Insurance
Well, according to my membership account I am still insured through GEICO through November 1. Whether they will renew then I don't know. My hull insurance is only $36,100.00 though, down from $42,500 the year before.
- Apr 6th, '21, 09:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Insurance
- Replies: 27
- Views: 22793
Re: Insurance
I haven't been able to dig into it yet, but I notice they debited my checking account for the monthly premium last week.
- Apr 5th, '21, 10:53
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A look at Tropic Star
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6958
Re: A look at Tropic Star
Wow, a big change from when I was down there with Uncle Vic! Enclosed cabins and AC!!! None of the boats had rear bulkheads when I was there. It will be interesting to see the longevity of the Volvos'. In a remote location I would be more comfortable with the 4-71's even though they were VERY slow! ...
- Apr 5th, '21, 10:33
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31
- Replies: 20
- Views: 13405
Re: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31
I use the same as Frank. If money was no issue I would use the one that has a single center pole and slides into a bracket on the transom. I have the bronze steps on the transom, but they are virtually unusable with the angle of the transom.
- Apr 1st, '21, 18:01
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Red and Green Bow Light Replacements
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4931
Re: Red and Green Bow Light Replacements
Let use know if they are available!
- Apr 1st, '21, 18:00
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: What's better than having a classic boat?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 31057
Re: What's better than having a classic boat?
That is a handful Mike! Try not to become a smoking crater! LOL!
- Mar 26th, '21, 14:42
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Insurance
- Replies: 27
- Views: 22793
Re: Insurance
Boat US still has the coverage on my 1966 Bertram. At least they take the money out each month! Maybe I better check on that!
- Mar 26th, '21, 14:38
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Sport Fisherman head
- Replies: 20
- Views: 13357
Re: Sport Fisherman head
Pete: I can think of all kinds of jokes to go with this one!!! LOL!Pete Fallon wrote: ↑Aug 6th, '20, 20:57 Will grind a herring for chum if needed, I know from experience.
- Mar 22nd, '21, 15:47
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: CNC Routers
- Replies: 17
- Views: 24556
Re: CNC Routers
Well that certainly saved a lot of time! Probably frustration too! With your computer knowledge CAD should be a breeze! Keep me updated on your journey.
- Mar 18th, '21, 14:27
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Euro 7 emissions
- Replies: 26
- Views: 11653
Re: Euro 7 emissions
I see the clipper ship son the way back! Somehow I don't think all of this is going to pan out the way the greenies think.
- Mar 15th, '21, 12:35
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Best Battery Location?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5438
Re: Best Battery Location?
I use the pressure washer and dish soap to get under it whenever I haul and clean the bottom. You can do an OK job with a hose nozzle if you push it right up under the box. Generally I do not have much in the bilge. I have dripless stuffing boxes and the boat stays in a boathouse except for hurrican...
- Mar 15th, '21, 12:31
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: Western Trip October 2020
- Replies: 6
- Views: 14287
Re: Western Trip October 2020
Beautiful pictures Mike!! Glad you didn't get trampled by the buffaloes!
- Mar 15th, '21, 12:28
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: CNC Routers
- Replies: 17
- Views: 24556
Re: CNC Routers
Good job! Tubalcain is a retired shop teacher who has great videos teaching machining techniques.
- Mar 14th, '21, 21:37
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Two USCG 46 footers, Manasquan
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2952
Re: Two USCG 46 footers, Manasquan
I would like to have seen a video of that!
- Mar 14th, '21, 21:19
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Best Battery Location?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5438
Re: Best Battery Location?
The original batteries were in a lidless fiberglass box similar to what is shown above to protect from flooding. If the water gets that high it is probably too late anyway.
- Mar 10th, '21, 17:43
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Best Battery Location?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5438
Re: Best Battery Location?
My '66 came with them between the engines. It keeps the CG centered and low, but runs the risk of flooding them in an emergency.
- Mar 10th, '21, 17:41
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another tough entrance
- Replies: 22
- Views: 10789
Re: Another tough entrance
I am just glad I don't have to run inlets like that! I will just watch the videos!
- Mar 8th, '21, 11:25
- Forum: Hobbies, Crafts, non Boat projects
- Topic: CNC Routers
- Replies: 17
- Views: 24556
Re: CNC Routers
Very cool! I look forward to following this build. Looks like McMaster Carr will be your friend!
- Mar 8th, '21, 11:22
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: B25 outboard performance update
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4579
Re: B25 outboard performance update
Maybe the three blade will get the transom down some into the water and help with handling. You won't know if you don't try it.
- Mar 8th, '21, 11:12
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another tough entrance
- Replies: 22
- Views: 10789
Re: Another tough entrance
One thing I will have to disagree with you on is the controls. I like having both throttles in one hand with the other hand on the helm. It is just what I grew up with.
- Mar 7th, '21, 17:18
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another tough entrance
- Replies: 22
- Views: 10789
Re: Another tough entrance
That is when having enough torque, HP and prop to stay on the backside of that wave is important. It is a bad feeling when that wave rolls out from under you and you feel like you are standing still with a comber coming in behind you!!!
- Mar 3rd, '21, 17:44
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Haulover inlet Fla. (b/t Laud. and Miami)
- Replies: 14
- Views: 10884
Re: Haulover inlet Fla. (b/t Laud. and Miami)
Ugliest boat ever at 2:00!!!
- Mar 2nd, '21, 10:43
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Best place to mount the Trim Tab Pump/Reservoir?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3607
Re: Best place to mount the Trim Tab Pump/Reservoir?
I think mine is in the same place. I believe my bracket is lift out so that you can move the unit out from under the deck to refill and service if necessary.
- Mar 1st, '21, 12:10
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bertrram 31 moppie totally open
- Replies: 25
- Views: 22605
Re: Bertrram 31 moppie totally open
Mine has two quadrants with the throttles on one side and the shifters on the other. I feel like the levers are more sensitive this way. I prefer them that way, but others have different preferences.
- Feb 23rd, '21, 14:09
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cabin modifs B28
- Replies: 42
- Views: 31075
Re: Cabin modifs B28
They have really improved the guard thank goodness. I was looking at a Milwaukee cordless grinder and the guard had a flip lever to tension it and was easy to remove and replace. I try to wear a face shield and my welding leathers when I use them!