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by jbg108
May 12th, '07, 12:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: some 28 Bertram questions
Replies: 20
Views: 13310

A different twist. I have an 84' 28 with 300hp mpi Mercs. At 3500 RPMs I cruise almost 26 knots and burn 23-24 GPH. She tops out at 34 knots. The engines fit fine and run awsome. No smoke, little vibration and quiet at trolling speeds. The repower cost at least $25,000 less than 240 Yanmars. At that...
by jbg108
Jan 18th, '07, 07:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dash mounted electronics, How big is too big?
Replies: 3
Views: 2931

I'm going to look into that pivot arm. It sounds much more flexible than the standard mounting bracket.
by jbg108
Jan 17th, '07, 14:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dash mounted electronics, How big is too big?
Replies: 3
Views: 2931

Dash mounted electronics, How big is too big?

I'm setting up a very nice 28 Bertram for the summer. I am going to replace the Northstar 800 with a newer plotter. I have the opportunity to buy a used Northstar 962 but am concerned the unit will be so big as to block my vision. I would mount it to the right of the helm on the dash. Any input from...