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by mike ohlstein
Dec 20th, '18, 23:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update
Replies: 33
Views: 6685

Re: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update

I'm guessing that you are under loading the engines.

Those gears are a mistake, and trying to correct that mistake by using the wrong props is only making things worse.
by mike ohlstein
Dec 14th, '18, 18:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update
Replies: 33
Views: 6685

Re: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update

Mizerita wrote:2nd run today with props "tweaked" a bit...just under 30 knots but ran 3900 so a 100 over the recommended RPM.

Tweaked how? How can you run 31 knots at 3300 rpm and 30 at 3900? Did you go to a 16" prop? I fear that you're making a mistake.....
by mike ohlstein
Dec 14th, '18, 09:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update
Replies: 33
Views: 6685

Re: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update

What would be the advantages of going with the 2:1 gears? Being able to take advantage of the low rpm torque of the diesel, something the gas engine simply doesn't have (with proper marine cams). The efficiency is nice, the lower possibility of explosion is nice. But the really great thing about th...
by mike ohlstein
Dec 11th, '18, 17:57
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update
Replies: 33
Views: 6685

Re: Hei Hei Repower - Hyundai 270s Update

For a 3800 RPM diesel, I would think:

2:1 (though I always wanted to try 1.85:1)

21X23
by mike ohlstein
Dec 11th, '18, 11:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1967 Sport Fish for sale
Replies: 14
Views: 14152

Re: 1967 Sport Fish for sale

Mikey wrote:Well obviously the instructions for posting pictures using imgur.com need some modifications. I can send pix to anyone interested.
If you reduce the size of the image, it should straighten out.
by mike ohlstein
Nov 28th, '18, 09:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seacock maintenance
Replies: 21
Views: 5447

Re: Seacock maintenance

The handles are usually replaceable. They're just held on with a nut. If you bend one, it can be replaced. Spray a little CorrosionX or other penetrating oil on the outside of the valve. Wait a few hours and try to move it.
by mike ohlstein
Nov 27th, '18, 14:30
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seacock maintenance
Replies: 21
Views: 5447

Re: Seacock maintenance

Yannis wrote:Pete,

I have SS seacocks that I cannot seem to be able to move the handle.
There is no grease hole either.
What can a man do?
Thanks.

You should probably do a short haul and have them serviced or replaced. A frozen valve is just a damn foolish reason for a boat to sink.
by mike ohlstein
Nov 13th, '18, 12:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Its official- I have 6Bt's
Replies: 45
Views: 13052

Re: Its official- I have 6Bt's

Cool. Congratulations.
by mike ohlstein
Nov 10th, '18, 23:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B42 project photos
Replies: 12
Views: 6020

Re: B42 project photos

Excellent! Todd, they don't make boats like this any more. Years after the new boats of today have gone through the grinder, your boat will still be cruising around.
by mike ohlstein
Nov 8th, '18, 12:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You Live, You die, But did you ever fish the Memorial UVI?
Replies: 16
Views: 8753

Re: You Live, You die, But did you ever fish the Memorial UV

Whoever is going should contact TSL and put a deposit down. They are expecting your email and/or call. I would have done the whole thing myself, but so many people who were initially interested seem to have had a change of heart. Anyway, please email Bonnie at bkarp@tropicstar.com Just tell her that...
by mike ohlstein
Oct 24th, '18, 21:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Geaux Deep
Replies: 24
Views: 5746

Re: Geaux Deep

I believe it's the same boat.
by mike ohlstein
Oct 24th, '18, 11:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Geaux Deep
Replies: 24
Views: 5746

Re: Geaux Deep

He was. He and I are still in touch. And Doctor Matt, too.
by mike ohlstein
Oct 23rd, '18, 22:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Geaux Deep
Replies: 24
Views: 5746

Re: Geaux Deep

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by mike ohlstein
Oct 23rd, '18, 22:50
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Geaux Deep
Replies: 24
Views: 5746

Re: Geaux Deep

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by mike ohlstein
Oct 23rd, '18, 22:48
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Geaux Deep
Replies: 24
Views: 5746

Re: Geaux Deep

It was owned by Garry Jordan.......


http://bertram31.com/uvii/uvii2001.htm
by mike ohlstein
Oct 10th, '18, 15:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You Live, You die, But did you ever fish the Memorial UVI?
Replies: 16
Views: 8753

You Live, You die, But did you ever fish the Memorial UVI?

Ok, it's time for a serious show of hands. Who is going to go to Panama, and how many of you will there be? Several people have contacted me privately about going, and some who were originally interested in going have dropped out. But this is it. I have to send them a load of dough, so let's all be ...
by mike ohlstein
Sep 28th, '18, 11:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Steering issues
Replies: 5
Views: 1861

Re: Steering issues

I used to keep a few quarts of PS fluid and a turkey baster on board.......
by mike ohlstein
Sep 27th, '18, 10:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Instrument electrical failure, Yanmar 4 LHA STP
Replies: 17
Views: 2375

Re: Instrument electrical failure, Yanmar 4 LHA STP

Never change a blown fuse three times. Once the first replacement fuse blows, you know something is wrong.......
by mike ohlstein
Sep 22nd, '18, 20:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is this?
Replies: 6
Views: 1288

Re: What is this?

Outrigger mount. That's where the arm and clamp were, which held the Lee Jrs in place while under way.
by mike ohlstein
Sep 22nd, '18, 20:02
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2018 So Cal Bertram Rendezvous Sept 21-23
Replies: 7
Views: 3364

Re: 2018 So Cal Bertram Rendezvous Sept 21-23

Some great looking 20's!!
by mike ohlstein
Sep 20th, '18, 14:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Barnacle Buster flush for Generator and AC System
Replies: 8
Views: 2281

Re: Barnacle Buster flush for Generator and AC System

Pete, I'm sure all the growth came from when the boat was in the canal behind my parents house. The barnacle growth on the bottom there was out of control. I had the bottom cleaners coming by on a steady basis and they couldn't keep up. The boat is now on a lift, but I think all the garbage was fro...
by mike ohlstein
Sep 20th, '18, 14:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: is there stilla listings site
Replies: 10
Views: 4538

Re: is there stilla listings site

There are currently no listings....

Did you sink? Total loss?
by mike ohlstein
Sep 18th, '18, 21:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 inboard
Replies: 3
Views: 1670

Re: Bertram 25 inboard

Oh....

Welcome to the sandbox.....
by mike ohlstein
Sep 18th, '18, 21:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 inboard
Replies: 3
Views: 1670

Re: Bertram 25 inboard

I know that Randall had Chrysler 360's in his boat. 40 knots top end, and economical if not pushed. https://www.ebay.com/i/173510999759?chn=ps If you're going to go new, one of the GM Vortec engines will fit. The 5.7 or the 5.0. Perhaps Bob Lico will comment. Big question is..... Does it have the or...
by mike ohlstein
Sep 18th, '18, 10:06
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paint! Boot Strip Debate
Replies: 36
Views: 19594

Re: Paint! Boot Strip Debate

1973?
by mike ohlstein
Sep 17th, '18, 10:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Barnacle Buster flush for Generator and AC System
Replies: 8
Views: 2281

Re: Barnacle Buster flush for Generator and AC System

I was having overheating issues and I paid a guy to flush my engines. He had a bucket, some hoses, rubber gloves, and some dilute muriatic acid. He pumped it through raw water side of the cooling system for a couple of hours on each engine, flushed with water, and it seemed to work well. That was a ...
by mike ohlstein
Sep 11th, '18, 14:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stupid Boater
Replies: 4
Views: 1604

Stupid Boater

A little something from Tommy Drake... Oregon (KGTV) - A video of a crash last summer in Oregon is going viral; it shows a motorboat plowing into a fishing boat with three individuals onboard. According to Pacific Northwest News: "A GoPro camera mounted to the Weldcraft fishing boat captured the fra...
by mike ohlstein
Sep 10th, '18, 19:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2020 Repower
Replies: 95
Views: 31333

Re: 2020 Repower

https://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1965/Bertram-31-Express-3140538/Westerly/RI/United-States?refSource=standard%20listing#.W5a9n_ZFxPY Sadly the owner is older and is not in great health. He wants to move the boat. It is not just beautiful, but inspirational! Dug This was the boat that none of us wan...
by mike ohlstein
Sep 10th, '18, 19:31
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Rendezvous in Greenport in September!
Replies: 53
Views: 53658

Re: Bertram Rendezvous in Greenport in September!

I went up to the bow (the boat needs railing).

It has a very impressive bow chock. Damn near as nice as the 31.
by mike ohlstein
Sep 10th, '18, 11:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Rendezvous in Greenport in September!
Replies: 53
Views: 53658

Re: Bertram Rendezvous in Greenport in September!

bob lico wrote:210 gallons an hour at 46 knots!
Sooooo..... about $15 per mile plus crew plus maintenance.
by mike ohlstein
Sep 6th, '18, 21:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Rendezvous in Greenport in September!
Replies: 53
Views: 53658

Re: Bertram Rendezvous in Greenport in September!

I'll be driving out for the day on Saturday. I believe that Randall will be there as well.
by mike ohlstein
Sep 6th, '18, 12:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2020 Repower
Replies: 95
Views: 31333

Re: 2020 Repower

Agree.

Unless you're running out to the canyon on a regular basis, it's hard to justify.

Other than the cool factor..... which can't be overstated.....
by mike ohlstein
Sep 5th, '18, 22:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Seven Marine?
Replies: 4
Views: 3319

Re: Seven Marine?

Just when I was wondering how to make a $90,000 outboard more expensive......
by mike ohlstein
Sep 4th, '18, 10:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Replacing belts on a mercruiser
Replies: 6
Views: 1462

Re: Replacing belts on a mercruiser

Belts are belts. Nothing special.

The by slipping you mean squeaking, try a little talcum powder on them. Stops the squeal.
by mike ohlstein
Sep 3rd, '18, 22:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Missing anchor rope pipe cap
Replies: 2
Views: 539

Re: Missing anchor rope pipe cap

That pipe was a poor idea when it was new. The first time that you try feeding 50 feet of rode into the locker, you'll wish that you put a proper pipe in there...

https://www.bosunsupplies.com/chain-deck-pipe/

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by mike ohlstein
Sep 2nd, '18, 07:31
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: These should have been OE standard on the RLDT
Replies: 9
Views: 4494

Re: These should have been OE standard on the RLDT

Just remove the fuel tank and it should bolt right in.
by mike ohlstein
Aug 28th, '18, 11:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Foredeck safety on our Bertram 31's
Replies: 14
Views: 3324

Re: Foredeck safety on our Bertram 31's

Yes, they are. They don't have the stiffness of poles with guy wires, but I like the flex. They take 8 seconds to deploy (each). I think that they were white. I painted them black.
by mike ohlstein
Aug 27th, '18, 17:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Paint! Boot Strip Debate
Replies: 36
Views: 19594

Re: Paint! Boot Strip Debate

Red doesn't look good with navy, but looks pretty clean with your blue.

https://www.colorcombos.com/combotester ... show_text=
by mike ohlstein
Aug 27th, '18, 16:57
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Foredeck safety on our Bertram 31's
Replies: 14
Views: 3324

Re: Foredeck safety on our Bertram 31's

Mike Do you keep that rope slack until you go forward, or does it lay on the gunnel when tight? Otherwise I would think that it would be in the way a while fishing. I only string it up if conditions start getting hairy. My gunnels a totally clear. Fold down cleats and nothing else. http://www.flatt...
by mike ohlstein
Aug 27th, '18, 16:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Foredeck safety on our Bertram 31's
Replies: 14
Views: 3324

Re: Foredeck safety on our Bertram 31's

Charlie J wrote:mike
was this the last time I was out with you
that was a pretty shitty nite

That was a good one Charlie, but I've been in much worse.