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Thanks for the reminder.

A few more coins dropped into the PayPal bucket. Much appreciate all the work that goes into keeping the site alive.

Happy New Year to all!

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https://www.bertram31.com/specs/index.html

This shows 24deg at the transom. I think it’s rather consistent through the entire length.

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Clear epoxy application is done. Results from a physical perspective are really good. All the gouges are filled in and the surface is very smooth. So at least we won’t need to worry about the replacement dock bumper getting ripped up prematurely. The the epoxy is perfectly clear so the scratches and...

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Carl, This makes sense. No need to do all the extra work when the result may not look much better than if it’s just left alone. I may do a trial run on some scrap aluminum channel to see how filling gouges will look. If any doubt on the match, the rail will probably not be filled. Good advice on the...

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what did you decide? The plan is to attempt to repair it by sanding and filling with epoxy. Already looks better just by sanding down the high spots and removing the gnarled bolts. Next visit to the boat will be fairing with epoxy. I’ll purchase a few different epoxy kits with various colors to fin...

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While I don’t mind the look of that rail on a classic boat it may be a good time to replace the whole thing . For the 25 you can pick up PVC and stainless rail locally and should you damage a section later it’s more easily replaced. The stainless insert doesn’t scratch as easily as anodized aluminu...

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If it’s just 4’ I can send you some in a tube. Integrity does technically sell by the foot but there are minimums and they don’t manufacture aluminum rails. They don’t make the stainless they sell either they just offer it as a accompaniment to their rub rail line. They may have a similar profile b...

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Let me know how you make out with the clear product. I'd guess it’s the line of Epoxy's they offer. I got duped. It’s not clear. Although the product description page on Amazon mentions ‘clear’, some of the photos in the reviews show the typical gray color. Not the end of the world, but may need a ...

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nothing on TV to watch. But yes, buff it out. … If I’m making any point, it’s kinda buff out and leave like a Yannis said or do more work for a temporary fix, like I have done. Thanks for all the suggestions. I’ll give the sand and epoxy fill a shot. There is one permex product that says it is clea...

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Hi All. This is kind of a general boating forum thing, but I respect the depth of knowledge here and hope you all can lend some advice. On the last days of last season, a persistent wind and a couple swift storms pushed things around at the dock for a couple days. Of course we were out of town. Dock...

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Popular YouTube channel Dude Perfect recently did a video at the lodge. Lots of shots of those beauts, along some nice fish and a healthy helping of adolescent tomfoolery.

https://youtu.be/_ZMMlr6vWm8

Those colors are amazing. The fish and the boats.

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Hawse pipe clamps indeed!

Of the six total clamps, I had collected 5 over the years, and thankfully held on to them. Only one was still in place.

Thanks for the help, guys!

Back where it belongs...

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This community is priceless, but it doesn't exist without support from each of us and a few really awesome people who keep it running. FYI.. How great is this community? A member insisted that he would rather have a donation sent instead of taking payment for some parts that he took the time and eff...

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I have the rear hawse pipes out of my boat when I went to gelcoat the gunnels, that piece looks a lot like the clamp which holds them down from the underside You are on to something. I noticed that the port side corner hawse pipe was completely loose at the end of last season. Just held in by gravi...

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Shined right up. bronze. There are some marks on the back that make it look like it was clamped to something metallic.

Maybe the Scenario's deck theory is close to being correct.

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Every season, I come across one or two of these down near the drain plug. I have yet to see one connected to anything. Where the heck are all these coming from? The bend makes it look like some kind of clamp. The look of it seems to indicate it is very old maybe original to the boat. Wiring clamps? ...

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I just happened on this old thread while searching Bertram stuff on Google... Reminded me that I snapped a pic of the fuel tank tag earlier last season. Here's the single tank's tag that shows a 45 gal capacity, and the tank mfg date of 11/3/61. https://i.imgur.com/chVbF3A.jpg?1 https://i.imgur.com/...

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I recall someone berating an amateur photographer for taking candid photos. He said something to the effect that if it’s worth remembering you shouldn’t need to take a picture. Anyway, random thought, but that always pops in my head when I see really cool old photos. I am glad someone took the time ...

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Great pics everyone. Thanks for sharing!

These shots have me longing for warmer (and longer) days to come.

Here are a few from late summer.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CS5rlRzrE- ... =copy_link

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Very pretty Chanse. Nice find!

Northern WI boating season is such a tease. Our marina is closing for the season in two weeks. Haul out by sept 15!

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There was a very similar question just a few months back. Check out this link to the thread. Hopefully there are some good pointers in there.

http://bertram31.com/newbb/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=14949

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Congrats!!

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So nice, Bob! Beautiful work.

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That might just be the generic paint Bertram used under all their floor panels. My bilge itself was never painted. In those days they seemed to use whatever was to hand for applications like this. My under panel color is not too far off from your picture, maybe a little lighter, and I know mine is ...

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Simone, Are you sure you want this exact model? I believe it is not all that practical, as it takes up half of the swim platform. You may want to consider the telescopic one, that mounts under the platform, either on the side or the rear. I agree with Yannis on considering an undermount ladder if y...

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Hey All, What do you all make of the paint on the underside of this battery hatch? It was uncovered after sanding away some badly flaking white paint. Does this look like a color that could have been the original interior and/or hull color? https://i.imgur.com/XVnjNRH.jpg?2 LEGEND HAS IT (The second...

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Snipe, that sapele looks great. (The entire job looks fantastic, really!) The color tone is really different than mahogany I’ve worked with. Usually it starts near this color when unfinished, but application of poly or varnish makes it a orange/red. The tone of this is really light and airy which is...

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I’ve got the same project all prepped and supplies secured, with no motivation in sight. I purchased the non-backed (no foam) perforated white vinyl headliner material to match the original. However, someone on my crew thinks something a little more on the luxurious side of 60’s style would be nice....

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Regarding the related switch gear... Are the ones that have the lighted trim position indicator necessary? Or somewhat useful?

Seems to be a couple hundred dollar premium over standard switches.

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CamB25 wrote: ↑Apr 12th, '21, 14:21 Two primary reasons I decided not to install there: 1) Swim platform interference - need 14" clear to mount the ram,

Ya, looks like the rams had just enough clearance from the platform where you put them. Thanks for the info, this is really helpful.

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Thanks for posting this,Cam. What are your thoughts on the difficulty of installing outboard of that position? Would the same model (12”) ones fit in that recessed notch just outboard of the position you selected? I had searched the board for the appropriate size and placement for a 25 with dual out...

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I went with Progressive since Allstate would not insure due to age.

Have not needed to make any claims, but their rates are good.

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Thanks for the info, Cam. I can’t be of much help, but enthusiastically following along as you work this out. I know you will.

How’s the bow thruster working out? Do you find it useful?

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Looks good Earlybird. The stark white engine components are really intriguing. Not being too familiar with diesels, coming across a solid color (especially white) engine meets my eye much more comfortably than the conventional look of a gas engine with a bunch of different colored components. Looks ...

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In this case, it’s a 25 sport convertible with 4-bangers and a 45 gal tank. It’s pretty light, all things considered.

I’ll post some details on performance, etc once we get it rigged and use it some this spring.

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Thanks guys! Looks like 48” is a safe approximation. With this info, I’ll go with the longest available size, which is 87” shaft. The next size down is 72”, but Minnkota recommends that one only up to 44” max distance from bow to waterline. Only concern is available room on the deck, but it should w...

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Thanks Matt... those help. Looks about 45-48”. Seem right?

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Can anyone please tell me the distance from the tip of the bow to the water on a 25 or 31? I assume it will vary by a few inches depending on model, but “close” is good enough. Getting ready to order trolling motor and trying to figure out proper shaft length.

Thanks!

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Here's an example of an offset roller/pulpit configuration. It's a compromise to retain the original Bertram bow cleat. Raising the cleat makes room for the roller, and allows the nav lights to be visible. The winch type windlass keeps the anchor locker tidy. However there's a limit of about 120' of...

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Hi 163 The piano hinge I mentioned connects the two horizontal panels and allows them to fold in half so that the front section can be moved toward the bow and out of the way. The vertical panel with the lock is simply joined to the horizontal panel with screws from the top as you described. There’s...

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Here are some more pics of this hatch in various configurations. What may not be clear is that there is a piano hinge between the two sections of the top of this hatch that allow it to fold under itself to open. The sides of the top are wider than the opening of the companionway, thereby allowing it...

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I’ll see what I can dig up. Currently the boat is in hibernation under two covers and a blanket of snow.

However, I have the panels in disassembled state here with me for refinishing, sans brackets. I’ll mock it up at the very least so you can see how it works.

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Hi there,

Here's a pic of the hinge I think you are referring to.

Hopefully this can help you locate a replacement.

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Yannis, How about a USB adaptor that inserts into the existing cigarette outlet? No need to rewire. Some are really low profile and look just like dedicated usb outlets. For the next usb update in a few years, just snap in a new adapter of the latest type and you’re all set. Plus, if cigarettes are ...

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Looks great!

Honorable reuse of the material.

Serious question. Is the bilge odor still at all detectable? Note: I would see that as even more character.

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Hi Yannis Did you ever have any luck with getting Imgur working? I tried the same configuration with Ad Blocker Plus and Chrome (for Mac) with the most restrictive ad block settings enabled. With these restrictive settings I am able to load pics with no problems. So, it’s not that Imgur is getting c...

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Congrats on the purchase and new project! It would be great to have another project thread started. It’s too quiet now that a couple projects have wrapped up. Here’s a great post on how to upload pics using Imgur. I use this method and it’s rather painless, but does have a short learning curve. http...

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PeterPalmieri wrote: ↑Dec 21st, '20, 21:52 It’s worth more than you can sell it for.

Well said. A fitting aphorism for all classic Bertram.

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Congratulations! I am sure your family will make just as fond memories as you did with your father's! Great photos of a great memory... I can imagine the feeling of wonder your son had when he first climbed way up on that flybridge. Must seem like a mile high to him! Enjoy every minute of the advent...

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