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SteveM

Sorry about your boat. I believe you said you have diesels...however, if you or anyone needs or anyone needs shafts and props I am repowering and would be happy to donate them to anyone who needs due to Hurricane Sandy. I have two sets of 17x20 props, one set just got re tuned at Bobby Soles. They w...

SteveM

I did not realize they used so many Express Sedan models in racing. Very cool. Thanks for posting.

SteveM

Patrick, while you have the keyboard warmed up, please change mine to Steve.
Thanks.

SteveM

Bob, for me it's not rediculous. In my area of the Bahamas the only diesel dealer service center is Yanmar. Plus I could still purchase new 240's or new 315's even after the EPA nonsense today or next year. These were the right choice for me, maybe not for everyone else in every situation.

SteveM

John,
you can call Mastry direct in St. Pete for a much better price on Yanmar 6's.

SteveM

Tony, I'm using my existing guages except the tachs. There is a cable Yanmar provided to allow me to use the existing guages...about $50 bucks I recall. They will show up Tuesday. This includes the engines, brackets, and ZF gears, new w/warranties. I liked the numbers I studied on these engines and ...

SteveM

John,
I can't tell you anything about the 8's.
I'm doing the 6's right now before they go obsolete.
My pricing was $23.7 each side w/gears.
From what I understand they are discontinuing them like the 4's due to EPA.

SteveM

I agree with Peter.

SteveM

Peter, I tend to put everything in a spreadsheet. When we finally decided to do a repower I also questioned selling and buying one already with diesels. For us it didn't make sense because we REALLY like our boat how it is today. Aside from the engines it's what we want. If you don't really like the...

SteveM

Glad you are back! Get well soon.

SteveM

Thanks Mike. I have an Icom VHF as well and we reading about their AIS products to add on to it. Also says you can interface it to your NMEA chartplotter too, which would be cool if you were a competitive fisherman so you could see exactly where people hook up, etc.

SteveM

I've been reading up on AIS transponders. It seems like a nice piece of equipment,....As long as everyone else is using it! Curious if many of you use AIS units. Or if it's mainly for communicating with large ships, coast guard, etc. I could see how people in fishing tournaments would find it useful...

SteveM

Nice report!
I notice you have safetly lines on the rods, great idea, I'd like to do that as well, better than losing a rod overboard.
Looks like a beautiful day out there.

SteveM

I agree, big difference in feel and probably weight. I had an outbourd B26. Rare boat, they only made about a dozen of them from what I could tell. Check out http://www.bertram26.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; for more info. Great ride, super deep V. Depends one where you are boa...

SteveM

kickass Bob. Corvette's still look modern, a timeless design.

SteveM

Nice pictures, thanks for posting!

SteveM

Congrats! Love seeing pics of these boats. Keep us posted on your project. Welcome to the faithful!

SteveM

Jen,
It's an honor for us all to have you include us.
Having a daugther of my own, I can only imagine how close you were to your dad and how tough this time is for you. You have our thoughts and prayers with you.

SteveM

UV, although I've never met you, I have absorbed a lot of your wisdom, enjoyed your passion for these boats, and appreciate your love of family and friends. I'm looking forward to running into others from this site and buying a round in your honor. I'm sure we all will be raising a glass to you toni...

SteveM

nice job! I want one!

SteveM

I'm thrilled for Brevard County. They need jobs, and I bet Bertram can find some good people up there. Not sure why they left Miami. Bertram bailed out on the Bertram/Hatteras shootout in the Bahamas this year. Not enough interest and marketing dollars are low I have heard. Also heard that if you wa...

SteveM

Very Nice! I wish I had the time to do that. Or find someone who does.

SteveM

Sorry I missed this. We met Bill and his wife last year in the Bahamas, great couple and beautiful boat. Just coming out of the flu and coming back to life, don't catch this one guys it's ugly.

SteveM

Unfortunately when shit happens it's usually in the middle of the Gulf Stream. Sorry to hear that Marlin. Yes the boat is wet. But any manufacturer making stuff for boats should make stuff to endure wet weather, or it should be installed so that it can stay dry. I'm sure you can get this resolved. R...

SteveM

Oh, and Randall, the surfing there is fabulous (not Hawaii size but)...and you can borrow any of my boards. It's all reef breaks with many to choose from.

SteveM

Guys, Seaspray Resort and Marina has been asking me to approach the board for a few months. It does not have to compete or be in place of a NE Rendevous at all. It's an extremely Family Friendly place. They have a perfect marina for B31's, well protected, full amenities, lodging, bar, beach access a...

SteveM

I don't know anything other than the article...if I happen to find the guy locally I'll take pics.
Steve

SteveM

In today's Palm Beach paper...I have not see this guys boats, but will try to see them if I can.
Interesting.
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/money/labo ... 01005.html
Steve

SteveM

Merry Christmas from the Marinak family. Our oldest home from college on drums, my youngest (12 just started singing), me on guitar. Fun family day together, we slapped this together to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Inp9xXa5BA I hope to see you all in the Bahamas i...

SteveM

I'm sorry for your loss, my condolences to you and your family.

SteveM

he has his kids sleep in the old engine room! LOL. nice!

SteveM

very cool history, thanks for posting. would love to see more pics. that hull does look extremely similar.

SteveM

Mark
I am very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

SteveM

Thanks Patrick! At least I know no one will steal that avatar from the group file, that's for sure. Harry, that's a Junkanoo costume, which is similar to Mardi Gras in the Caribbean islands. Pete I too noticed the talent in many booths, if I had been drinking the beer they were selling, sans kids, I...

SteveM

I attended the boat show today even though it was still rainy we had a good time. Saw some old friends from the Bahamas and met some news ones. I hijacked the Bahamas tourism booth briefly, no alcohol was involved, thank heavens or it could have been worse, I embarrassed my kid enough as it was, but...

SteveM

Who else is going? I may go on Sunday.

SteveM

Amen, Brew!

SteveM

Legendary surfer. Thanks for posting.

SteveM

Tommy I had Edison clean and coat all my anodized aluminum. I believe Marlin did this to all his new tower stuff...that's where I got his name. My window frames, etc were still nice with the boat from the Great Lakes so I wanted to keep it that way. He says it lasts 3 years with no add'l work. http:...

SteveM

Tommy, I don't think you'll have to figure out the ways to spend money....somehow that just figures itself out all by itself. Can't wait to see more pics and progress of your new boat.

SteveM

looks really nice though!

SteveM

Very impressive. I wish I could do that!

SteveM

I plan to attend, more than likely Sunday, Oct 30th.

SteveM

Wow. I'm trying to imagine how they spot the fish, and then get set up in position to shoot it. What an experience it must be. I see he has four bands but I can't figure out his spear gun, looks like it has paddles on it.

SteveM

I just spoke to John again at Brownel. He said they normally sell the cradle to go port to starboard as well, just like they sell the crossbar configuration. He had not thought of combining them into a box. However, if I wanted him to make a set with round supports on the cradle he could do that in ...

SteveM

Patrick, Thank you for the blueprint. I emailed Brownell and a fella named John called me first thing this morning. He suggested using their Crossbrace and Cradle configurations. Along with that I could have two jack stands up front. This would comply with the recommended 6 point setup. The combinat...

SteveM

Yes, thank you Patrick! As always you are a wealth of information.

SteveM

Mikey, from what I recall there were no chains at Seminole. I've hear everyone say put chains on them. Does anyone have a picture or an explanation of how to chain the jack stands in place/togther? I suppose you could chain all four in a box configuration. Or, here's an idea. If I owned my own jack ...

SteveM

Pete, My original thoughts on the cradle were from my experience with Hurricane Wilma in photos below. Every boat at Seminole boat yard was down and off their jack stands except for my 26 Bertram in the photo, very lucky. After that experience I keep trying to think of a way to keep the boat from be...

SteveM

Tony, Thank you very much. A few pictures would be great too. I appreciate it.

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