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Congratulations on your new to you and your great looking boat. I have had mine for 8 years and my only regret is that I did not purchase one sooner. Wonderful ride and they turn heads for second and sometimes third looks with generally a thumbs up by other boaters. They are just jealous because the...

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Thanks for posting
enjoyed the photos down memory lane and why we own the best boat and best lines ever built
I have had mine 9 years only. Wish i had bought one years ago.

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HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY TO ALL Let us take a moment to thank God and all of the veterans for what this day represents in our nations history and not forget sacrifices that many have made. We all have friends or family that in some way have been effected through their service. I say THANK YOU to those vet...

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As we celebrate the New Year let's not forget 2023 and Bertram 31.com. and the successful year we had keeping the sandbox open and available to us. At the same time let' remember Bruce and all he does for us in keeping the site up and running. Please remember to make a Toast and a contribution to th...

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I wish all in the sandbox a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a peaceful new year

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I have only one female for my 30 amp AC electrical panel. Also i installed a galvanic isolator close to the shore power panel to help with any stray AC current. I was told this would help with possible stray current coming from the pedestal. Additionally i have a direct second 30 amp receptacle that...

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Congratulations--
Been a long journey for you and we have enjoyed following your posts and keeping us informed of your progress.
now enjoy and its Medalla time.

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Micky Ito am like Carl in that i have enjoyed reading your posts and the journey. Your dedication to the project has been unbelievable. I think many would have given up . I know i would have as I would not have tackled the project in the beginning. My boat has been a project in itself but nothing li...

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Tommy Two post by Bruce : I obtained this from the donation information under general discussion - announcements from the main page a prior post by Bruce on April 2,2017 shows the address to be 12016: Please if you make a donation, pm me to make sure I can confirm delivery. Thanks to everyone for yo...

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We all owe Bruce a great deal of gratitude and appreciation for coordinating and keeping this forum going. It is a wonderful platform to exchange ideas,suggestions, experiences, friendship, and a community atmosphere of like minded boat owners of the best boat built and enjoyed by many each year. Th...

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That was the last address i had for Bruce. Hope he gets my check as that is the address i sent it to

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I used HIGH TIDE MARINE for my new struts. My original struts were bored to handle 1 1/2" but they failed years later. Had a crack in the barrel where the cutlass bearing goes. Had to replace both as we could not get a match to the new one. You are probably looking at replacing both. My boat was lik...

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It's Valentine Day Let's not forget Bruce and all he does for the website. His work, comments and information is priceless and without him where would we be. We need to support him as he continues to keep this site up and running. Happy Valentine Day Bruce hope our wakes cross on day Bruce Creamer 1...

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If you have not received the email from Bertram --here is the link. A wonderful documentary on the Bertram 31 and the new 35
ENJOY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDuoGdPj2j8

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Mickey
only 1 Medalia in the trash?
surely there are more with all of the challenges you have had.
You are almost there. Have one more Medalia and dream of all the good times ahead.
Happy Thanksgiving

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FYI The boot ,sides,cockpit and the rest of the entire boat was quoted about 2 years ago at about $35,000 at Jarrett Bay in NC for the complete job on my 31. But I am sure it has gone up since. I do not know if that was high or in the ballpark at that time. I had the sides, boot and cockpit done onl...

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Ricky the boat you are looking must be Rapscallion. It belong to Lin Spears of Wilmington. He has had the boat I think for over 30 years. Also he is in charge of the Bertram North Carolina Reunions . We just celebrated our 30th reunion July 2. If you are not on his list let me know and I get you add...

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I agree with Tommy. Cam's 25 center console is a piece of art. He spent 11 years working on this transformation and it shows with his attention to detail and thinking things out as he went along. Cam made the comment that a "sawzall" was his worst friend. Richard Bertram would be proud of his redesi...

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just for information -- does anyone have an idea approximately how many of each model were built during the years of production for the Bert 31

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A older friend of mine shared with me a documentary somewhat along the the same lines of exploring the waterways but in the USA. It is on Tubi TV which is free. It was produced about 1990 and called On the Waterways narrated by Jason Robards. It is 13 episodes of about 1 hour each of a trip on the G...

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Is Hueso helping you with the boat or helping you with the Medalla?

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I am with Carl. You have had an incredible following keeping us up to date on your progress With almost 412,000 views up to this point please keep the pictures coming of the final chapter of your dedication to your project. But do not stop there as a new chapter is just beginning. Best of luck and s...

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I am enjoying your videos. I am like Carl . You have nerves of steel and i guess you had plenty of beer running the Harbor at night in the fog and New Jersey Intercoastal at night. Carl said it right. Looking forward to the next segment.

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Bill
try Wildcat prop shop in Chesapeake Virginia
also Big Rock propellers in Morehead City
sorry that happened

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While we are sitting inside because for most of us it is too cold to enjoy our boats (except for our southern friends) and we are reading Bertram 31.com we need to think of Bruce and support this website, For all he does we owe him a great deal of appreciation. I am sure a check would be helpful to ...

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you have a beautiful Bert 31
Not many 1965 boats look that good and none with the lines of a 31

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I have a Mase 3.5 that was installed in 2002. I have A/C and a refrigerator,and a few other smaller items . Have excess wattage that i could use for other items as this is a 3KW generator. have been happy with the unit. It is installed in a noise reduction cabinet as a single cylinder genset can be ...

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Doug Back in 2017 I asked the question about engine block heaters as my boat is on a lift. Bob Lico responded and suggested Kims Hotstart block heaters. He was absolutely correct. They keep you engine block at a constant temp and the water circulates slowly thru the engine constantly. Engines are al...

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Carl
thanks for posting and we all agree as we owe our freedoms to those who have served and sacrificed.
My prayer is that God will continue to Bless the USA

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Mickey
I am sorry that happened when you are sooo close. You have done an amazing job and you have inspired many of us on this website with your tenacity and quality work to start projects on our boats.
Like my good friend Papo from Loquillo sez:
"SIEMPRE ALGO"

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Cam
beautiful scenery in your photos
sunsets on the water are the best
you are right the time temp and weather are changing for us this week
glad you are enjoying your boat after all the time you have put into it

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Bruce and Tony thanks for the replies and information. I am new to diesels and did not want to jeopardize their longevity. They are great engines and to me are fuel sippers for the performance. They currently have just over 1,000 hours and do not burn any oil between oil changes--every 100 hours. Ag...

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I would like to ask if I am hurting or helping the longevity of my 6Lp's? I have a 70 model Flybridge cruiser with Yanmar 315 HP 6lp's. I will put about 125 to 150 hours this year with about 75 % of those hours "cruising". I do not fish so I do not have a lot of idle time (which I assume would build...

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Peter I agree with your logic. Either repair the cosmetics or repair the mechanical. One way or another there are repairs. I would rather have new iron, new warranty and new running gear. That's what gets you there and back. The cosmetics can always be done slowly and you know your upfront costs tha...

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Tommy-- I also had not seen these videos. thanks for posting. If in Morehead give me a call and we can go for a ride. Always looking for an excuse to take the boat out. I usually go about 5 pm for a harbor cruise.

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Rick Great news. Owing the boat is on thing but being able to use her is the best part. I remember i could not use mine for almost 9 months after i bought her. I think you are in Morehead City? If so i look forward to seeing you on the water. What is the name of your boat? I will keep an eye out. Lo...

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BOB
You have a wonderful example of a "Showboat"
all of the thought and time you have put into your boat is reflected in your Bert and it shows.
I would think Richard Bertram would be proud and amazed.

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Pete
All in the sandbox hope you are doing well. I to miss your informative comments. Look forward to hearing you are doing well and there will be no more replacements of replacements. The Lord is good. We all wish you the best.

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thanks for posting the article. Informative and helpful

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Micky
Your work is really impressive.
Even the satos in the picture are amazed at how fast you work.
slow down and have a Medallia-- think tranquilo..

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I think it might be an appropriate time we think about Bruce and our ad and information free site. The exchange of ideas and places to find parts, materials and ways to modify the creature comforts our boats is well worth a small contribution to the website. Spring is here and summer is around the c...

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Thanks for the information
I called and left a message this morning to order a set as mine are almost clear- not much color especially the red.
really appreciate the post

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Micky
It"s Medalla time .
Looks great

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Todd
Wonderful pictures and fantastic transformation. You have really brought your Bert back to a grand ole Lady.

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Doug I see you are having some steering issues. I am not very mechanical but if you need some assistance and another set of hands I have a lot of experience at being told what to do.
Give me a call.
john

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To follow up on the progress of my controls. Last week Bill Roberts assisted me on the phone to further trouble shoot the problem and we came to the conclusion that the the binnacle was probably the problem. Also after I sent him pictures of inside the two microprocessors -he informed me that I had ...

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Amberjack I did a you suggested- it is in the controls. I researched the internet and found an individual in your area. His name is Bill Roberts and he used to run the service department for ZF Mather(Roberts Maritime Systems LLC-(360-914-0256) Wonderful individual on the phone and gave me some idea...

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Mickey - as my good friend from Culebra sez :
"SIEMPRE ALGO"

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Amberjack thanks- great idea. I am not very mechanical but will try to give it a try this weekend.

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I had an unusual situation today. When docking the boat I first tested my reverse on both engines and everything was fine and then the starboard engine gave me a problem. I the put the std in reverse and back to neutral. The std then went into reverse by itself and back to neutral- then into reverse...

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