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by Bo Toepfer
Mar 21st, '17, 12:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B25 express trailer needed
Replies: 8
Views: 3237

B25 express trailer needed

Hello Folks I have some old Bertram brochure showing this hull weighs in at 4800 lbs, My question is what type of trailer are you using?
by Bo Toepfer
Aug 17th, '16, 08:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Project B25!
Replies: 110
Views: 31159

Re: New Project B25!

I had time to study this thread, very impressive Corey..
by Bo Toepfer
Aug 16th, '16, 15:14
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Project B25!
Replies: 110
Views: 31159

Re: New Project B25!

very nice !
by Bo Toepfer
Jul 1st, '16, 12:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

My efforts to track down the previous owner was a success. He was excited to hear the boat was going to be restored, He is the man who made the fine fuel tank ( metal fab by trade)that is in the boat and was open to further chats. He also has pictures of Her past,, Had to share this ! Happy fourth !
by Bo Toepfer
Jul 1st, '16, 08:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to: teak gunnel covering board
Replies: 9
Views: 7341

Re: How to: teak gunnel covering board

Worton Creek does fine work!
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 29th, '16, 10:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Re-Wiring Project B25
Replies: 45
Views: 13222

Re: Re-Wiring Project B25

Bo, What do you mean by "connected" ? On one hand I have 4 X 100 amp batteries, the three are charged directly, the 4th is also charged when I switch to "both". However I have to remember to switch back to "house" so as to keep one battery dedicated to one motor. On the other hand I have everything...
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 29th, '16, 09:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Potential Purchase of a 31 on Long Island
Replies: 15
Views: 4929

Re: Potential Purchase of a 31 on Long Island

being is how I am looking for a fixer upper,, what is the right price,, I know as low as one can get ,, but in terms of true value,, what is she worth?
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 29th, '16, 06:36
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Watching Keith!
Replies: 10
Views: 8325

Re: Watching Keith!

very nice indeed !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 29th, '16, 06:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pictures of our 31
Replies: 13
Views: 3048

Re: Pictures of our 31

Beautiful all around!,, enjoy !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 24th, '16, 08:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dug Stowe's Alchemy
Replies: 28
Views: 8113

Re: Dug Stowe's Alchemy

beautiful boat !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 23rd, '16, 19:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boat ID
Replies: 2
Views: 1322

Re: Boat ID

Thanks good info
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 23rd, '16, 08:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Re-Wiring Project B25
Replies: 45
Views: 13222

Re: Re-Wiring Project B25

Joe, since you like pics, pls take a look at these ones too: When the job was finished it looked like this: http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab251/yet15/20140430_154215_zpsonw3tnjj.jpg Main switches change: http://i869.photobucket.com/albums/ab251/yet15/20140310_104830_zpsyz0sbl0d.jpg http://i869...
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 23rd, '16, 08:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boat ID
Replies: 2
Views: 1322

Boat ID

Does anyone know the 31 in Solomon's Isl. Md. "Rosalita" ? she is beautiful
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 23rd, '16, 08:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: this weeks episode-video
Replies: 5
Views: 2953

Re: this weeks episode-video

Beautiful Jimmy ! Happy fathers day ! great looking boat! I have been following your journey with Her along the way !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 23rd, '16, 08:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Priceless has a new owner
Replies: 14
Views: 9868

Re: Priceless has a new owner

Beautiful boat Congrats all around,, !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 21st, '16, 16:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More 25 express prop talk. (New prop)
Replies: 4
Views: 1638

Re: More 25 express prop talk. (New prop)

Thanks Steve, can you tell me the height t difference between your brackets swim plat form and the curb the engine sits on?
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 21st, '16, 08:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More 25 express prop talk. (New prop)
Replies: 4
Views: 1638

Re: More 25 express prop talk. (New prop)

Thanks Steve Great data,, did you happen to record the RPM"s,, any protest in steering? if I recall you are running a 25" shaft,, if possible when I get to that point I think I will look for a 30" shaft,, although I have a 200 HDPI with a 25" that I can use! any fuel usage data ? all thoughts welcome!
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 20th, '16, 08:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Fathers Day Swagg
Replies: 3
Views: 1758

Re: Bertram Fathers Day Swagg

Agreed , This woman is a gift from God. funny story our first fishing date was flounder fishing, having guided for many years I have cleaned up a great number of backlash/ spool over runs! I had four rods rigged and of course she picked the only bait caster made a perfect cast!,, I let it go on for ...
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 19th, '16, 15:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Fathers Day Swagg
Replies: 3
Views: 1758

Bertram Fathers Day Swagg

Ms. Barb hooked me up with these,, Man she is awesome ! Image
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 19th, '16, 09:48
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

Tony Meola wrote:Now that right there is funny. There is one problem, her vision is complete, you need a Billfish drapped across the transom.
Agreed !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 17th, '16, 16:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B25 express cabin side windows
Replies: 2
Views: 1271

Re: B25 express cabin side windows

Thanks !
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 17th, '16, 13:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B25 express cabin side windows
Replies: 2
Views: 1271

B25 express cabin side windows

Hello Friends, I am headed into this project with a concern as to the glass vs plastic material for non operable side windows Our boat currently has no windows and I have read up on a few ways to install them, Once I get the openings cleaned up I will hunt the insulation/gasket material ( any though...
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 17th, '16, 12:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

What I see !ImageWhat She sees Image
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 16th, '16, 17:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah111/botoepfer/three_zpsmhzxpq1s.png this boat is just the way I got it. can some one help me figure out what the boxed area is below on the deck level Blocks for cleats? , also should the two hatch lids that are p/s of the motor well have hinges?,, I have many ...
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 16th, '16, 12:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah111/botoepfer/head_zpskfykgcqv.png This is the galley as you can she she is striped down. bridge or not I will close up the front windows I just like the look, ! I have seen a 25 owned by a canvass mfg. guy in Florida that looks real good!, I went over the boat...
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 16th, '16, 12:14
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How To Post Images and Links
Replies: 35
Views: 176487

Re: How To Post Images and Links

Thanks navatech let me give it a try!

[img][/http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/botoe ... tml?o=6img] what am I doing wrong?
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 15th, '16, 15:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How To Post Images and Links
Replies: 35
Views: 176487

Re: How To Post Images and Links

I do not see an option to " close tags" so if I get you correct I copy image click URL ( taking image from my Face book.} then click close tag , then select preview?
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 15th, '16, 15:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

since our boat has no windshield I think I will fabricate a composite frame! Thoughts?t
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 15th, '16, 15:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 25 Bertram Express with outboard splash
Replies: 31
Views: 19701

Re: 25 Bertram Express with outboard splash

very nice thanks
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 14th, '16, 09:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 25 Bertram Express with outboard splash
Replies: 31
Views: 19701

Re: 25 Bertram Express with outboard splash

I would enjoy seeing the video, and I did not see a link in the thread. Also did you have the engine bracket made , I am wondering if the Bracket Mfg. have the B 25 template?
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 14th, '16, 09:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

Thanks for all the kind words and offers. I am sure I will be back soon. has anyone lowered the cockpit deck?
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 13th, '16, 20:09
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

Re: new to me 1962 B25 ?

Thanks my desire is to retro fit Her with a bridge ! any found images would be appreciated
by Bo Toepfer
Jun 13th, '16, 19:10
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new to me 1962 B25 ?
Replies: 17
Views: 5134

new to me 1962 B25 ?

Hello folks. I came into this boat rather suddenly. I have always been a fan of the B31 and Capt. Pat's craftsmanship. ,, This boat is a bare hull no hardware and such but the glass parts are here,, I find no evidence of a helm on the cabin bilk head and am hoping you folks can tell me what I have. ...