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Capt. Pat, Been a long time and shocked to hear of the news. Because of you,your work on this site and your passion for the 31 I've met some amazing people, made the best of friends and most importantly became a lot closer to my father the past 10 years of his life. I can't thank you enough for that...

JK

My favorite Uncle Vic line came many years ago at the Flop House. In fact my buddies still bring it up and laugh about it. Somehow the subject of toilet paper came up and UV made a comment "that using cheap toilet paper is like wiping your ass with wax paper."

Those were the good 'ol days!

--JK

JK

Had to share this as I was looking on the Yahoo top news stories. Knew I recognized his name!! Congrats Randall.

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JK

UV was the stuff legends were made of. People from near and far knew of him and he was easy to find at any Bertram function or boat show, just look for the largest group of people and UV was in the center. UV was one of Ahab's favorite people for sure... In true UV fashion even is obituary made me s...

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John,

I know how hard that day is when the boat finally goes, it's been 14 months without SeaNile.

Sometimes I think of it as only taking a break from boating and the 31's, even if for a long time....

At least you still have the 20 to keep you busy!

--JK

JK

Accepted the offer, survey went well, money wired and I am now boatless! 10 years of ownership, bought from the original owner, countless memories, new friends and now it is time to take a break from boating for a while. Boat will be going to NC and sounds like she will have a well cared for pampere...

JK

Wow, to think I've been on this site 10 years now is amazing. A lot sure has changed in the past 10 years but this site is the best site out there.

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JK

Can someone recommend an agent/agency who will cover a 31 Bert. Survey is completed, etc.

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JK

Should be a pic somewhere on www.seanile31.com that shows where I put them. I have them outboard of the starboard engine box.

http://www.seanile31.com/Site/SeaNile_During.html#36

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JK

Thanks for the replies. I can't see the downside to Cummins either. People ask me what is the worst case scenario that can happen with these engines and I don't know how to answer them since I have had no issues with the engines. I guess a blown turbo? I think at the price I am asking it incorporate...

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I am biased towards the Cummins as well. I've had them for 7 years now and only needed to replace the starboard fuel pump 2 seasons ago. Other than that, change oil, change zincs, keep rust off of em and they are good to go. The question that comes up with my boat is I bought the diesels in 2002 as ...

JK

Thanks! This guy is looking at a 31 with the D4's and also my boat with the Cummins 6BTA 300hp engines.

http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1970/Be ... ted-States

or

www.seanile31.com

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JK

Any comments on this engine? I friend is looking at a boat with these engines....260hp 4cylinder and 150hrs.

Happens to be in a 31 Bertram FBC.

Thanks.

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JK

Paul,

I have had great luck and a buddy of mine bought remans from DeMann Marine. He ships as well...If you call tell him John kelly and Luke Keiter recommended him.

Tom DeMann
(910) 791-6222
107 Bryan RD
Wilmington, NC 28412-7033

JK

I've had my boat since 2000, first with 454's then converted to diesel. Not once have I wished or felt like the boat needed tabs.

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JK

Rupp is the way to go for sure. If you are specific to Cabo most of the 31 boats down there have short, 15-18' riggers with no spreaders. Much different from here in the NE, I went with 28.5" double spreader Rupp Tournament riggers for my boat due to the type of fishing we do...or did.

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Pete,

Feel good about at least two things. First the Abbott Vision stent is the best bare metal stent in the business. Second, you have a large sized vessel which is a good thing.

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JK

That's Doug's boat just listed in the for sale section.

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JK

Bob, When I first brought the boat out of the shed after the redo we had the throttles dialed in. I need to spend sometime and tinker with the linkage to get more RPM's out it....if I want to. 2600RPM and 26.5knts is plenty fast 99.9% of the time, especially when I know the engines are propped corre...

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Bob,

Is this fix to the Solo II's easy and relatively inexpensive?

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JK

Bought mine from Holtz Boatworks in NJ. It was drop shipped from somewhere in FL.

http://bertram31.com/holtz/

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JK

I've only put about 30hrs per year on the boat since it came out of the shed for the redo and I still enjoy the boat. Sure I don't head out to the canyons every weekend but hanging out dockside and cruising to the on the water restaurant is still very enjoyable. I do think there is a difference betw...

JK

Forgot to add the cost of Racors for the engines and genset. That's a good $75 or so changed every season or 100/150 hrs of use.

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Chris, Here is the breakdown of my cost over the past years since I have repowered with diesels, etc. Oil change for genset and Cummins $165 done once a year or every 100hrs Zincs replaced every season $150 Awlgrip wax (one bottle lasted me 4 years) $50 Replace raw water impellers on engines $150 (a...

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Chris,

Welcome to the site. You'll love it here. A ton of experience from a passionate crowd! I will call you tomorrow afternoon east coast time.

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JK

There is no writing on the boat which states the number of people allowed or max weight. Anyone know how many people are allowed/permitted on a 31? I remember years ago UV had a big crew on the way to the UVI but can't remember how many people were on board. Assuming there are lifejackets for everyo...

JK

If you can't find out who makes it google Jersey Cape yachts and shoot Genine or Wayne an email and they will let you know. I watched them install exactly what you are describing and it does look great. They had a plastic track and used a staple gun to tack the track to the wood then rolled, stretch...

JK

Got 'em. Thanks!

Bob, sent you a PM.

John

JK

I need to find the serial numbers on my 6BTA's cpl0970 and have no idea where they are located. Engines have been painted over....are the numbers stamped onto the block, attached via tag somewhere?

Thanks.

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JK

Are we looking at a Fri-Sunday thing or Thurs-Sun? All of these possible locations should be fine for me so even leaving Fri am would put me at the facility by noonish. That would leave plenty of time to hang out and relax. Is there a rough boat count yet? My family is a bit young to make the trek w...

JK

I'm still interested. I figure anything less than a 4hr run is good for me. Now I need to round up a crew. As long as it is not in May/early June I should be fine. I'd prefer not to raft up as I am incredibly anal when it comes to this boat!

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JK

Any ideas on when? I'd like to see if I can make the trip. These potential locations can't be too far from the C&D Canal, can they?

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JK

If you do want diesels just be patient and shop around, boatdiesel and the like often have pretty decent deals. I rolled the dice on my rebuilt Cummins 6BTA 300hp for 12K for the pair and 15K total including ZF trannys.

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JK

. Most place outside of port engine for balance of head and galley. If its in a sound sheild, noise shouldn't be a problem. I've installed both Mase and Next Gen in this configuration with good success. The mase being a 3600 rpm unit and the Next gen being a 1800 rpm unit. You can also add insulati...

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Bob,

You make me want to reinstall my diesels and scrap the Solo II controls! Maybe next boat...

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JK

CaptPatrick wrote:

I've had the slippage problem on several occasions. It is a pain to fix, thought about drilling a small indent for the set screw on the lever to fit into to get a better bite.

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JK

They have a new website and new email address. I just emailed them again and will see if they respond. I will also call them tomorrow. If they have any ideas or real mechanical type solutions someone else (Pat, Bruce, Bob) may have to take the lead here.

http://www.rgrsolo.com/index.html

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JK

I've emailed them about 10x and called several times and they have not returned any of my calls or emails. At this point I don't expect the them to fix this issue. I think it's all up to us to figure something out. Or, maybe we can present a solution to them and they can fabricate a part or somethin...

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Bob,

Now if we could just get our Solo II's to get us full WOT then we could really talk speed!

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JK

There is no way an OB powered 31 will handle as well as a 31 Bert with inboards. Hell, I noticed a night and difference when I repowered from 454's to 300hp Cummins due to the torque, larger props, etc. I can only imagine the OB's with high rpms and little props would be like taking 10 steps backwar...

JK

I had a small bench made into the aft section of the 1/2 tower. It's wide enough to fit a cheek and rest comfortably against. Also have a bench fabricated with a plate in the center for the helm seat. I haven't completed the bench portion yet but it'll only take 2 pieces of starboard and some fabric...

JK

Someone needs to buy that and send it to Bob Lico and let him work his magic.

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JK

I'm in.

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JK

UV-

I did not know, but often wondered about the relative low amount of posts from you. Glad to hear you are doing well and beating it. I'm glad 08 is gone too...Hopefully we can catch up in Lauderdale for the 09 show.

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JK

I just wanted to let you guys know my father, Ahab/JKSR passed away on Friday. This site and the friendships he made on here were important to him, so much so had had several of the faithful's business cards in his wallet (UV's being the first in line) and had numerous pages from the site, various t...

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JK, I'm surprised you're only getting 26 knots on the pins with your 300hp 6BTA's. I'm running the same motors in my 33 and I top out at 28.5-30 knots. Doug, It's only because my "pins" are not allowing me full throw of the cable. Engines spin 3050+ and I do get 30.8knts but the Solo II's limited t...

JK

I do remember how the boat feels at 26+knts as it seems to lighten up and run higher. I remember seeing 30.8knts before the redo with full fuel and 4 adults. It feels a bit wasteful having these 300hp 6BTA's and "only" getting 26knts when i know there is more to be had.

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JK

Yep, 24knts against the tide and couldn't get more due the the Solo II's that we discussed. I will play with them again in the spring. I sure miss running at 2600 or even 2800 for a short bit.

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JK

That's pretty nice but I am still biased to the original.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abt1Ek8KgYw

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Possibly, house is due to be completed in mid July so I might be moving and I still haven't decided if the boat is going in next season. I'm pretty sure it will, no boat looks good on the hard during the summer. I only put about 5hrs on the boat this past season.

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