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Carl

Good to see everyone was off the board and hopefully enjoying Father's Day, so a belated happy Father's Day to you. We lucked out here with just incredible weather, sunny, light breeze, and flat waters. The family spent the day enjoying the boat n water activities...I finally got to see the whales i...

Carl

I'm a total loss on Facebook, if it's not in a direct feed I won't see it...but skipping along looking at pictures I saw this shot and said, this has to be a close runner-up with Rick for the most impressive electrical system in a 31. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10224323027687982&set=g.1052...

Carl

Yes yes yes !!

That is what I was waiting for, the end of the rainbow where you get to enjoy the endeavors of all that work.
You deserve it! Many would have tossed in the towel with your...shall we call it bumpy ride to the finish line.

Nice job, what a great-looking boat you built!

Enjoy

Carl

My guess is bumps are not to be recognized, cheaper than going around.

Whatever the case, that is crazy tight I almost want to say no room for error but a couple bumps n bangs means little in the scheme of things.

Crazy tight

Carl

Looks REAL Sharp ! In the water on Tuesday, leaving for Florida on Friday morning after a total restoration and refit of all systems with some "cough" complexity...No pressure there. But I think it would be safe to say you have some work ahead of you. Side thought- The hull doesn't leak, bilge pumps...

Carl

Nice to see all those smiles!!
Great looking family Jason.

Enjoy

Carl

I remember hearing the travel lift making its way over as I was trimming my motor boxes down to get them to fit. Need those, I stand on 'em to drive. And of course, put the plug in. "Carl, put the plug in, put the plug in" I kept saying as the lift got closer n closer. not enough hours... it works o...

Carl

Damn...that makes a tight fit seem loose. Insane...

Carl

In the words of Garth Brooks, thank god for unanswered prayers. Letting that kind of project boat slip out of your grasp sounds like a blessing in disguise.

Carl

You have to make that big push, so get er done and catch us up after. I think we all know there are only so many hours in the day with so many days in the week so prioritizing is a necessity.

Hoping a few miracles go your way. Those that slip by will be dealt with in time and perseverance.

Carl

Awesome news Micky !! I'm so glad to hear you have reached that finish mark where you get to enjoy all the work and effort you put in over the past couple of years. I'd say finished working on her, but it's a boat so there will always be something needing to be done... but it is so much nicer when y...

Carl

Jason- Very nice, you should be proud of what you accomplished!!

May you and your family enjoy for many many years!

Hope to see you out there flying bye.

Carl

When I brought my canvas to have new windows put in the guy told me a few weeks at best. My buddy laughed, said yeah right he’s been waiting a year for his cover, if I get mine back in a few weeks he’d be pissed. The gods must have been shinning on me as he called me two days later telling me I coul...

Carl

When you have more than 100% taxes on any fuel, it is bound to become expensive. Except for the UK and Norway who are oil producers, all other countries are importers... I wish the people here realized that... I was going to say I wish our elected knew that, but somehow I believe they already do kn...

Carl

Yannis- The thing is, your used to paying that kind of money for fuel on that side of the pond. Fuel here used to be relatively inexpensive when I was growing up. Mom would ask the attendant to put $5.00 in the car's tank moving the needle from empty to 3/4. Now we have to pump our own and that $5.0...

Carl

Rawleigh- You ruined my day, I paid over $700 for my right angle Flex finishing tool...$160 for a pneumatic wheel plus the abrasive belts... Ah...get what you pay for. I bought their handheld circular saw...used it a couple of times before things started falling off. Then again I picked up a half do...

Carl

Jason- Does that mean we change your name here to Georgia Lee as well? Dug had the ritual for changing names on boats...mine was toned down a bit to spraying oven cleaner on the transom with a good compounding. Looking forward to the pictures....mostly the ones after splashing. Don't waste too much ...

Carl

...unless you own a gas station you will want to stay away from the top end for long periods of time. Old or not, gas boat motors can suck lots of fuel fast when those 4 barrels open.

Sounds like you are making progress, enjoy the journey.

Carl

Carl

Much much better than new!

Splash date is coming up soon...

Carl

I may order one of the SB caps with my next order just to swap out and see. The ones I picked up at NAPA hold pressure and are a match to what I had on the motors...only I am not 100% sure they were the right ones. All good though, I had the boat out last night and she ran good. Tony (SB marine)does...

Carl

Tony- My best guess based on nothing says your right, so I went that route. I'll keep an eye on them and see what I see... Had I been a little lax I'd have gotten the SB caps, I ordered a tach-sending unit with some extra filters the day prior to bump up to free shipping. I was going to order a spar...

Carl

I know everyone was on the edge of their seats waiting on the outcome... I brought the old cap to my local NAPA shop. They cross-reference to their matching part, they had two on the shelf. Lucky for me I only needed two. So for $13 bucks I now have two working caps. Fresh flushed motors, new coolan...

Carl

...dirt/dust causing an imbalance in the squirrel cage. Mounts on pump or unit wearing or not secured.

A little vibration can loosen the screws holding the unit or a component down.

I'd try to get a peek at it when shutting down the unit, lots of possibilities.

Carl

As always, looking great Jason! What I'd give to hinge my motor boxes. Maybe someday I'll add that to my list, but way more involved on an Express with my covers going under the side wings and access hatches built into the top of the box. Sound down...a great upgrade. I may do that again. Just the w...

Carl

As you kind of need a pulpit for the windless it settles the issue of whether it fits or not. That said, I think it looks good too. Your bad news is lousy without a doubt. Still, I think it would have been worse when you went to use and found yourself with charging issues. Yes it was a bunch of need...

Carl

Being aluminum, shiny will not last long.

There r times when less is more.

Carl

My .02

If you sand it down to the point it’s not jumping out at you then polish / sand / or hit with woven pad for dull grain or whatever to match balance of rail then wax or hit with clear coat or …

Just call it done. Adding a filler that pops can call attention to the area. Just my thought.

Carl

Shipping costs have gone through the roof. I used to ship by truck often and found Frieghtquote.com very helpful in saving time and money. Punch in pickup and destination points, freight class, size, and weight with multiple options coming back in minutes from Joeys pickups to UPS truck freight. Boo...

Carl

Wow, Top Shelf design and work on your boat!

I love how the boat looks so modern while holding true to the classic lines.

Best luck to you, Enjoy!

Carl

Carl

Having the boat out of the water half the time should reduce the amount of blisters. Not ever putting boat in the water I would expect would further reduce the blisters. This kind of reminds me of a sales guy selling me a pair of boots. If you want these to last longer, buy another pair and alternat...

Carl

As he has not been on the site for some time I’d try sending an email and PM.

Carl

Howdy- It's the cheap in me coming out... As I look for something else to buy on SB marine for free shipping I got to wondering, what the difference is between a $64 SS Cummins AC Delco Fill Cap, the SS SB Marines '$32 cap and a regular $10 Stant Cap, provided each is the same 15psi. SS isn't a big ...

Carl

Glassing of the strakes is a known problem on the 31. I'm not sure of the particulars as I haven't seen an issue, but good to know and keep an eye on each year. Also good to know it's not a structural issue, just a glassed-on strake if I was to find. Thanks for sharing, you should be good to go shor...

Carl

-the current owner said the blisters have been there for years and not caused any issues for him. JR You are reluctant to buy and if you do, I have a feeling this "non-issue" will affect the asking price. That kinda sounds like an issue to me. Aside from selling, looks and performance (trawler...no...

Carl

Use Grade 8- fine thread hardware for coupling bolts. Do not reduce the nominal size. A 7/16 hole in couplings should have 7/16-20 hardware, 1/2" hole, 1/2-20 hardware etc. I mention as fine thread hardware is not as readily available in hardware stores and some go , "eh, it's close enough". Do not ...

Carl

Thinking about it, my boat did have a shower before I got it...like just about everything else on the boat the prior steward pulled it out. Not what I was getting into but he did mention what he pulled out... The floor drain was piped into what was basically a big tray with an automatic bilge pump. ...

Carl

Fender- What is my low priority may not be yours and I respect that. My point, which I think you understood is to sort out the must-do's from the kinda-wanna's. I also understand trying to get in and learn the boat...it takes time for sure. I have to say I've been in just about every nook and cranny...

Carl

Hey Welcome Mr Fender! A Bertram is a great boat to dump money into, even if it’s a 28…. That dig was for Yannis. Don’t tell him, but the 28 ain’t so bad…lol Seriously, you have a great boat, so enjoy.and lots of great info here, so ask away. Now the forgetting to realize the obvious with motor hicc...

Carl

Water in the fuel is not good. Dad was having issues with that for a long time till he tracked it down to the fill hose. The hose that connects to the fill at the gunnel, that hose must have turned hard from age or ethanal. Being in such a great spot he could barely get a 1/4" drive rachet on the ho...

Carl

...talk about reviving an old post! July of 2010.

Good luck and check back with the results.

Carl

Carl

You have a real gem in front of you,good luck with whatever road you choose,if you are going to keep the boat for forever like the rest of us do put a pair of cumming in there you will never regret i Going from small block to Cummins is no small chunk of change even if motors were free. Not to ment...

Carl

and have enjoyed all the work I have done. Jason- - If you want more "enjoyment", I have a boat with enough work to make you ecstatic for a good while. LOL I guess I enjoyed the work too, at least the work I did get to. Well, more so the feeling of satisfaction after the task was completed and work...

Carl

Welcome and best of luck with your new to you boat! The wood Bulkheads and deck supports are common problems needing to be replaced. Can be labor intensive, but not overly pricey if the investment is with elbow grease. When I replaced mine the boat was 40 years old...not bad in my opinion making the...

Carl

IPA's can be strong at 7%, some are not, some double n triple IPS's can get close to wine in alcohol content. IPS's used to be very hoppy which can be fruity at first giving way to bitter but not always the case anymore. My understanding is they started out as the beer British sailors took on voyage...

Carl

She's looking real good Jason!

Carl

It's like getting a fresh cut...stings like hell for a bit, you can't help but think and look at it. Given some time, it will scab over and soon you'll pay it no mind.

Carl

found it.

https://bertram31.com/newbb/viewtopic.p ... aw#p145641

Carl

I use McMaster as my go-to...their buyers seem to pick all quality items. Not cheap, but what is... I haven't used these slides....just offering as a starting place. https://www.mcmaster.com/products/drawer-slides/mounting-location~side/material~stainless-steel/ I think real HD draw slides was a top...

Carl

I'm curious -- how did the shaft shop determine that the shafts needed to be replaced? As a side note, most of the shrimpers in Louisiana use Aquamet 19. Since they run their boats frequently, they don't have the crevice corrosion in at the cutless bearing that Carl mentions above. A19 is a good pr...

Carl

I just caught on...this is the 25' we are talking about. I was thinking a 31 rub rail that is a bit of a bear to change.

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