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by John Nardi
Sep 12th, '22, 14:20
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: All New Hoses
Replies: 4
Views: 3390

Re: All New Hoses

Call Yachts and Diesels in Fort Lauderdale Fl...Ask for Raymond
by John Nardi
Aug 16th, '22, 07:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cummins repower
Replies: 353
Views: 8379620

Re: Cummins repower

Gorgeous work!!! What size 4 blades are you going to swing??
by John Nardi
Apr 5th, '22, 07:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Side Step
Replies: 3
Views: 6414

Re: Side Step

Thanks Joe
by John Nardi
Apr 4th, '22, 07:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Side Step
Replies: 3
Views: 6414

Side Step

Does anyone know where I may be able to get a Side Step for access to the bridge in any condition? Thanks, John
by John Nardi
Mar 11th, '22, 06:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: prop help - Able Mable (old SeaNile)
Replies: 7
Views: 8046

Re: prop help - Able Mable (old SeaNile)

What size are the props and are they 3 or 4 blade? What are you asking for them?? Thanks John
by John Nardi
Mar 1st, '22, 07:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel for Motor Mounts
Replies: 5
Views: 6757

Re: Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel for Motor Mounts

John just had a pair made in straight steel then primed and painted...John N
by John Nardi
Nov 14th, '21, 17:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Waterline Length of a 31 FBC
Replies: 4
Views: 4055

Re: Waterline Length of a 31 FBC

Thanks Guys
by John Nardi
Nov 10th, '21, 07:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Waterline Length of a 31 FBC
Replies: 4
Views: 4055

Waterline Length of a 31 FBC

Hi Guys...Anyone know the Length of a 31 Bertram at the waterline? Just got my boat floated...Still not totally finished in interior...Dry weight no fuel or water....9000 lbs with 496 Crusaders....Pictures hopefully soon...Best John
by John Nardi
Nov 1st, '21, 19:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Bay of Pigs" 31 Bertrams
Replies: 21
Views: 17246

Re: "Bay of Pigs" 31 Bertrams

I am helping my Vietnam Navy Vet buddy from time to time on his PBR Brown water boat that he put 3116 Cats in... I anyone is interested in any way let me know and I can send pics...John
by John Nardi
Nov 1st, '21, 19:37
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calling Scott Traenkle......Scott Traenkle passed away
Replies: 23
Views: 59847

Re: Calling Scott Traenkle......Scott Traenkle passed away

Sorry for the late reply...Just catching up with the bulletin board...So sad to hear of Scott's passing...May God Bless him and my Condolences to his loved ones...John
by John Nardi
Aug 26th, '21, 07:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who owns FV-Wahoo.com, a B31
Replies: 4
Views: 4612

Re: Who owns FV-Wahoo.com, a B31

Isn't that Marlin's old boat??
by John Nardi
Aug 17th, '21, 07:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cummins repower
Replies: 353
Views: 8379620

Re: Cummins repower

Outstanding Refit...I am only thinking that maybe you should have beefed up the engine beds??
by John Nardi
Aug 8th, '21, 10:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calling Scott Traenkle......Scott Traenkle passed away
Replies: 23
Views: 59847

Calling Scott Traenkle......Scott Traenkle passed away

Looking to connect with Scott Traenkle...Is he still on the site, or does anyone have his cell number? Thanks, John
by John Nardi
Jun 4th, '21, 07:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Polycarbonate Enclosure
Replies: 7
Views: 6231

Re: Polycarbonate Enclosure

Beautiful 31!
by John Nardi
May 7th, '21, 07:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: bridge chairs
Replies: 34
Views: 31703

Re: bridge chairs

Beautiful work Bob!
by John Nardi
May 5th, '21, 16:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Location choices for High Power Sending units
Replies: 4
Views: 5690

Re: Location choices for High Power Sending units

Yes High Power Depth sounder Sending unit
by John Nardi
May 4th, '21, 08:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Location choices for High Power Sending units
Replies: 4
Views: 5690

Location choices for High Power Sending units

Hi all....I am considering installing a new very hi power sending unit without replacing the current unit that is located behind the original Water tank...Is is OK to place it in front of the water tank or do I run the risk of that part of the boat being out of the water at hi speeds?

Thanks, John
by John Nardi
Apr 19th, '21, 06:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights
Replies: 13
Views: 10404

Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Hi all....Got the replacement lenses for the Original Bow light fixture from Danny at Hightide Marine....Cost $39.80 a piece!! Call Dannt @ 305 743 0269....John
by John Nardi
Apr 7th, '21, 16:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build
Replies: 7
Views: 5941

Re: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build

Thank you so much John...Greatly appreciated...John
by John Nardi
Apr 7th, '21, 06:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build
Replies: 7
Views: 5941

Re: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build

John Also if you can tell me the ladder location on the engine box from the starboard edge and the size of ladder from side to side that would be really helpful...Thanks Again
by John Nardi
Apr 7th, '21, 06:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build
Replies: 7
Views: 5941

Re: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build

Sure John... I guess most importantly how large is the companionway opening ...Thanks!
by John Nardi
Apr 6th, '21, 13:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build
Replies: 7
Views: 5941

Need help with dimensions on Flybridge Rail Build

Hi all...I built a half tower similar to the one Patrick used to build...Now I have to finish with a back rail, rocket launchers and grab rail for the ladder... Does anyone have access to their boat and can tell me roughly 1) How far the rail stanchions are from the edge of the bridge 2) What the wi...
by John Nardi
Apr 5th, '21, 12:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31
Replies: 20
Views: 14781

Re: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31

Do the top loops just go over the gunwale or do they fix into some sort of support guys? thanks
by John Nardi
Apr 5th, '21, 09:57
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31
Replies: 20
Views: 14781

Re: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31

tks for idea Carl
by John Nardi
Apr 5th, '21, 07:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31
Replies: 20
Views: 14781

Entry Ladder for a non swim platform 31

Hi all...Was wondering what the various options people use to enter the boat from the water if one is not using a swim platform? I don't think the single center pole ladder with a single top removable attachment would work with such a high freeboard?? Thanks for any thoughts
by John Nardi
Mar 29th, '21, 07:09
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Red and Green Bow Light Replacements
Replies: 3
Views: 5262

Red and Green Bow Light Replacements

Can anyone help with a source to replace the red and green original 31 Bow light globes Thanks John 954 290 6783
by John Nardi
Mar 2nd, '21, 08:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: moving up to a 46
Replies: 6
Views: 5633

Re: moving up to a 46

Sean fished a bunch of 46s Absolutely a great blue water boat....There are a bunch of them for sale down in South Florida Have a buddy who has 2 of them Not sure if he sold them but could ask Most of the late 70s where a bit slow 18-20 loaded w 871 TIs
by John Nardi
Mar 2nd, '21, 08:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best place to mount the Trim Tab Pump/Reservoir?
Replies: 4
Views: 3961

Re: Best place to mount the Trim Tab Pump/Reservoir?

Thanks Carl so in the rear lazzarette area correct?
by John Nardi
Mar 1st, '21, 10:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best place to mount the Trim Tab Pump/Reservoir?
Replies: 4
Views: 3961

Best place to mount the Trim Tab Pump/Reservoir?

Hey Guys....I have a Glastech Deck...Where is the recommended location to mount the Trim Tab Pump and Reservoir? Inside the Laz on the other side of Steering Reservoir location?? Thanks, John
by John Nardi
Sep 15th, '20, 03:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Compartment Fire System Size/Gas Sniffer Systems
Replies: 4
Views: 3173

Engine Compartment Fire System Size/Gas Sniffer Systems

I was hoping that the sandbox would be able to tell me what the cubic footage is of each engine box area or the appropriate Fireboy Cylinder needed for a gas boat...Also, any recommendations for gas sniffer systems? Thanks, John
by John Nardi
Aug 20th, '20, 07:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sunset at Block Island
Replies: 12
Views: 7551

Re: Sunset at Block Island

Man Great shots...How do I miss Block and the Canyons!! I hear the fluck run is great off Block right now and the bite in Atlantis and Hydrogifer insane on Big Eyese and Yellow!!
by John Nardi
Jun 30th, '20, 13:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Delaware State Record Golden Tilefish
Replies: 12
Views: 7854

Re: Delaware State Record Golden Tilefish

Congrats Vince!!! Awesome catch
by John Nardi
Nov 18th, '19, 12:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do I Need Crush Collars or Sleeves
Replies: 4
Views: 4483

Re: Do I Need Crush Collars or Sleeves

Hey JP can I call you about this and also ask you about your rigger set up? Thanks, John
by John Nardi
Nov 18th, '19, 07:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do I Need Crush Collars or Sleeves
Replies: 4
Views: 4483

Do I Need Crush Collars or Sleeves

Hi, I am using all Centex new components for my exhaust runs from the engines to the muffler to the outlet. All the fiberglass is at least around 1/8 of an inch thick...I plan on using the good T clamps...Do I absolutely need to use stainless crush sleeves or collars to prevent cracking? Thanks in a...
by John Nardi
Jul 14th, '19, 18:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help with 454 Crusader Install-Bruce and others?
Replies: 4
Views: 3591

Re: Help with 454 Crusader Install-Bruce and others?

Thanks Very Much for the quick reply Bruce!
by John Nardi
Jul 14th, '19, 08:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help with 454 Crusader Install-Bruce and others?
Replies: 4
Views: 3591

Help with 454 Crusader Install-Bruce and others?

Hi Guys...Just did the mock up with a 454 crusader block and Velvet Drive and find that I have a good deal of room to do the install forward and aft...Is there any rule as to how close I should set the engines to the front engine compartment bulkhead?? Right now I have about 7 inches from the outer ...
by John Nardi
Jun 10th, '19, 19:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Height of Bimini or Soft Top Half Tower
Replies: 6
Views: 3095

Re: Height of Bimini or Soft Top Half Tower

Thanks all...This was helpful
by John Nardi
Jun 9th, '19, 13:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Height of Bimini or Soft Top Half Tower
Replies: 6
Views: 3095

Height of Bimini or Soft Top Half Tower

I am putting a Soft Top half tower on my boat...Was wondering what the head clearance should be or the total height from the helm floor platform to the bottom of the top? My guy is building it 80-81 inches and it seems very high?? 6' 8 " I'm only 5' 9 but obviously that is not the deciding factor......
by John Nardi
Apr 17th, '19, 12:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Original 454 Crusaders Straight or Down Angle??
Replies: 15
Views: 5479

Re: Original 454 Crusaders Straight or Down Angle??

Uh OH Bad News.....Told that I cannot use ZF 63As on Reverse Rotation Engines.....The stats say that Velvet 72C Gears will handle the Strokers...Thoughts????
by John Nardi
Apr 17th, '19, 05:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Original 454 Crusaders Straight or Down Angle??
Replies: 15
Views: 5479

Re: Original 454 Crusaders Straight or Down Angle??

Thanks for all the excellent feedback...ZF 63A it is 8 degree down!
by John Nardi
Apr 15th, '19, 15:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Original 454 Crusaders Straight or Down Angle??
Replies: 15
Views: 5479

Original 454 Crusaders Straight or Down Angle??

Hi Guys...Maybe its just the way the shaft angle looks coming out of the stuffing box, but the guy who is going to install my engines thinks that I will need down angle gears for my 496 Strokers?? Didn't most of these boats come with straight Velvet Drive gears?? The ZF 63As are certainly much short...
by John Nardi
Apr 14th, '19, 09:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 496 Stroker Crusader Gasser Results
Replies: 8
Views: 3863

Re: 496 Stroker Crusader Gasser Results

I'm hoping you are (And probably are!) correct Bob as I would love to run 3000-3200 and not have the secondaries sucking enormous amounts of fuel...
by John Nardi
Apr 13th, '19, 15:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 496 Stroker Crusader Gasser Results
Replies: 8
Views: 3863

496 Stroker Crusader Gasser Results

OK guys...Just got back from seeing my engines Dynoed...Pretty must all good news...They didn't blow up...I have to admit, having always had Diesels in my boats, I really don't know much about the individual pieces of the puzzle that allow different components of a higher performance engine to funct...
by John Nardi
Apr 12th, '19, 14:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: a new season begins
Replies: 18
Views: 4484

Re: a new season begins

Hey Bob My 496s being Dyno'd today we are considering putting Holley Double pumper 800cfm on the boat as supposedly they will tune up the best and a real good possibility that the secondaries won't even kick in at cruise?? I will post the stats when I get them...John
by John Nardi
Apr 3rd, '19, 06:02
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1962 Express Gassers coming out...
Replies: 7
Views: 2456

Re: 1962 Express Gassers coming out...

Ha Carl...I'm going the other way....My engines 496 Stroker Crusaders are done...Headed to the DYNO and Tuned Properly...I will share the data when available late next week...On another note, 1st Tuna trip of the season this weekend on my buddy's new 42 Freeman...Boat is a monster!!