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by bertram 20
Feb 13th, '20, 17:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 28
Replies: 6
Views: 3561

Re: Bertram 28

i have a 1986 28 FBC with twin merc 350s and both engines have wedge plates under carbs i recently put edelbrock carbs which i love and was looking for a spare set of wedge plates to modify because the edelbrock would not work properly with out opening up center of wedge plate i did find a pair at s...
by bertram 20
Apr 11th, '19, 19:02
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B28 Air Condition install ideas
Replies: 17
Views: 8627

Re: B28 Air Condition install ideas

i have a 86 and it has a/c and that is where mine is mounted under the forward seat just like you have done works great there
by bertram 20
Apr 11th, '19, 18:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1977 Bertram 28 Purchase
Replies: 6
Views: 4517

Re: 1977 Bertram 28 Purchase

need to check inner engine beds against rear bulked they rot there i have a 86 and they didnt look bad till i started poking around with a screw driver also looked at a 85 28 today for someone and those also had rotted inner engine beds and fuel tank big issue if you use ethanol fuel there
by bertram 20
Jun 29th, '18, 22:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Northern New England Rendezvous
Replies: 24
Views: 17853

Re: Northern New England Rendezvous

i believe we are up to 18 boats now
by bertram 20
Jun 29th, '18, 22:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1986 bertram 28 exhaust question
Replies: 1
Views: 786

1986 bertram 28 exhaust question

hey have 28 with veloci jet exhaust i noticed today while cruising at 3K RPM a decent amount of water shooting out the side of my mail slot on the starb engine i never remember seeing this before is there something wrong with my muffler? I know when you rev engine it will shoot water out the side bu...
by bertram 20
May 18th, '18, 10:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1976 Bertram 28 Flybridge Rudder Question
Replies: 6
Views: 3745

Re: 1976 Bertram 28 Flybridge Rudder Question

i know where there is a original pr of rudders the person just changed to oversize probably would sell cheap if you wanted them instead
by bertram 20
Jan 25th, '18, 18:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 28 Fuel Tanks
Replies: 5
Views: 2539

Re: Bertram 28 Fuel Tanks

i have a 1986 28 do not use the original ffiberglass fuel tank with the ethanol fuel i replaced mine with a aluminum tank ethanol will dissolve fiberglass and it will ruin your engines side tanks were not a factory item on the 28
by bertram 20
Jan 25th, '18, 17:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WTB 28 Bertram Swim platform
Replies: 6
Views: 1145

Re: WTB 28 Bertram Swim platform

i think you mean High Tide marine in florida I just installed a Buttler swim platform on my 86 28FBC i did not like the mounts they had so i had my own made for it Butlermarine.com
by bertram 20
Aug 28th, '17, 07:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trans coolers
Replies: 6
Views: 1868

Re: Trans coolers

i got my replacement coolers from Mr Cool he does all sorts of coolers and good prices
by bertram 20
Apr 12th, '17, 16:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Donation information
Replies: 53
Views: 324405

Re: Donation information

sent some money on pay pal thank you will send more when i can
by bertram 20
Mar 24th, '17, 15:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: fuel tank
Replies: 35
Views: 7554

Re: fuel tank

removed my fuel tank a few years ago whole rear deck will come out in one piece and you will have plenty of access to the tank had to cut mine out even after all tabbing on sides was cut it would not budge ended up pumping out gas and filling with water while i cut off the top and then started cutti...
by bertram 20
Mar 8th, '17, 15:20
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Attaching sunbrella cover to front windshield on a 28
Replies: 6
Views: 1690

Attaching sunbrella cover to front windshield on a 28

I am sure this has been talked about but was unable to pull up anything in search, so i am going to have a cover made for front windows and was wandering how people are securing these to the boat? are you drilling snaps into aluminum window frame or putting snaps into fiberglass? any thoughts would ...
by bertram 20
Feb 22nd, '17, 17:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fuel Tank Replacement 30 Express
Replies: 17
Views: 2742

Re: Fuel Tank Replacement 30 Express

I have a 1986 28 FBC i replaced my tank the old tank was 240 gallon and said right on the label not to be used with Ethanol/ Alchol fuels, getting it out mine was a little difficult i totally drained it and then filled with water to get out any fuel vapor and then cut the top off and the proceeded t...
by bertram 20
Feb 6th, '17, 15:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: phoenix gets wet
Replies: 34
Views: 17059

Re: phoenix gets wet

hello was this brushed on or sprayed on ? it looks great
by bertram 20
Dec 20th, '16, 15:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Helm Chairs
Replies: 5
Views: 2375

Re: Helm Chairs

hey mike i also just changed my bench seat on my 28 i hated it it was way to low and just not comfortable for driving the boat.I hate drilling holes and did not want to drill any holes to mount two pedastal seats so i used the existing bench seat mounts and was going to use a 1inch piece of starboar...
by bertram 20
Oct 22nd, '16, 12:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 31 for sale on ebay
Replies: 2
Views: 2130

Bertram 31 for sale on ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bertram-fishing ... 2302650214 saw this on ebay if any one is interested
by bertram 20
Oct 14th, '16, 10:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 28 rudder question
Replies: 1
Views: 924

Bertram 28 rudder question

the other day i found a pair of rudders for my 28FBC on Craigslist the picture of the rudders showed stamped on them Bertram 35 then it also said Bertram 31-2 i had the gentleman send me the dimensions of the rudders and they were my exact size and length just a bigger rudder surface.Then the next d...
by bertram 20
Oct 12th, '16, 14:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help choosing a prop for my b20
Replies: 14
Views: 4355

Re: Help choosing a prop for my b20

i had a 68 bahia mar with a mercruiser 350 and we ran a 21 pitch prop and if i had a lot of extra weight i would change it to a 19p prop to get it up on plane better
by bertram 20
Sep 16th, '16, 18:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Web Content
Replies: 14
Views: 6208

Re: Bertram Web Content

I also sent a email with a few pics of my boats thanks
by bertram 20
Sep 14th, '16, 18:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram31 refitted video
Replies: 4
Views: 2146

Bertram31 refitted video

by bertram 20
Sep 8th, '16, 18:31
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rudders
Replies: 30
Views: 7306

Re: Rudders

Steve - I'm sure you're all set with contacts, and certainly would like to go through this site if any benefit to the site - but if you need another option, a yard in Newburyport, MA did them for Otter (pic pages here on site) and our boat. If you need contact, pm. I am a huge believer, use them re...
by bertram 20
Aug 29th, '16, 14:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Capt Pat.
Replies: 224
Views: 809737

Re: Capt Pat.

Thoughts and prayers to Cap't Pats family and friends. Very sad news
by bertram 20
Aug 8th, '16, 23:21
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Capt Pat.
Replies: 224
Views: 809737

Re: Goodbye Faithful...

I have never had the privilege of meeting you but I have gotten so much information from this site and everyone on here. I just want to thank you for your time and energy in keeping this site running. Godspeed my friend
by bertram 20
Jul 26th, '16, 08:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: bertram 28 Head question
Replies: 16
Views: 2714

Re: bertram 28 Head question

think i found it looks like a model k
by bertram 20
Jul 26th, '16, 08:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: bertram 28 Head question
Replies: 16
Views: 2714

bertram 28 Head question

i have 86 28FBC it has a GROCO toilet i need to get a rebuild kit for it but i have looked through all of my paperwork for boat but i cant find what the model may be just wanted to know if anyone knew what model it may be it does appear to be the original unit for boat thanks
by bertram 20
Jun 1st, '16, 16:50
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Repower Options
Replies: 23
Views: 9687

Re: Repower Options

i would go with the mercruiser 383s 370HP carbureted and more torque than the 454 and less weight than the 454 a boat that I work on (not a Bertram)a searay he took out a big block and did a 383 and he loves it he gained fuel mileage less weight and he absolutely loves the engine and the boat perfor...
by bertram 20
Apr 5th, '16, 21:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dug Stowe's Alchemy
Replies: 28
Views: 8106

Re: Dug Stowe's Alchemy

dug the boat looks awesome I love those big rear windows on the bulkhead it is sweet
by bertram 20
Feb 1st, '16, 23:27
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Want to upgrade GPS
Replies: 6
Views: 1605

Re: Want to upgrade GPS

hey dug ya I may be interested send me some pics and price to grumpygruner@verizon.net thanks
by bertram 20
Feb 1st, '16, 11:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Want to upgrade GPS
Replies: 6
Views: 1605

Want to upgrade GPS

I wanted to upgrade my GPS this year I have been a Garmin GUY but wanted to get some of your opinions on different models. i am looking for a big screen unit and have also been looking at ray marine. What do you think
by bertram 20
Sep 1st, '15, 18:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Eventful Maiden Voyage
Replies: 11
Views: 3514

Re: Eventful Maiden Voyage

Max glad I was able to help you out i am glad she made it home in one piece and that you are getting to enjoy the boat! Good luck and keep in touch.
by bertram 20
Aug 30th, '15, 17:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 28 fly bridge seating
Replies: 4
Views: 4143

Bertram 28 fly bridge seating

Finally got to take boat out for shakedown today and realized how awful that stock bench seat on the fly bridge is it is way to low would love to be sitting higher i just wanted to pick your brain or see some pictures of how some of you may have modified your seats. i hate drilling holes i was think...
by bertram 20
Aug 24th, '15, 14:36
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sunset picture
Replies: 3
Views: 1331

Re: Sunset picture

Great Pic!
by bertram 20
Aug 24th, '15, 14:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1981 Bertram 28 Before - After
Replies: 11
Views: 6515

Re: 1981 Bertram 28 Before - After

Looks Great love the Wood!!
by bertram 20
Aug 24th, '15, 14:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Out of the shed
Replies: 22
Views: 14418

Re: Out of the shed

Boat looks Great I love it
by bertram 20
Aug 24th, '15, 14:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Eventful Maiden Voyage
Replies: 11
Views: 3514

Re: Eventful Maiden Voyage

I live in Scituate if you need anything feel free to call me 774 297 0264 (mike) the Scituate boat is a pretty good place to deal with a friend of mine has used them a few times Good luck
by bertram 20
Feb 25th, '15, 13:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trailer for a B28
Replies: 4
Views: 2082

Re: Trailer for a B28

I recently purchased a used trailer for my b28, triple axle Aluminum I beam trailer .I basically wanted it for storing boat in my yard and in case of a storm i could haul out myself instead of relying on my friend john and his hydraulic trailer.I will try to get some pics but it is buried under 5ft ...
by bertram 20
Jan 22nd, '15, 20:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 20 Bahia Mar Seating
Replies: 19
Views: 14173

Re: 20 Bahia Mar Seating

hey this boat looks really familiar I miss my baby
by bertram 20
Dec 29th, '14, 08:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 25 for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 1429

Bertram 25 for sale

this is for sale in mass not by me its on craigslist in mass in case any one is interested http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/bod/4806354071.html
by bertram 20
Dec 5th, '14, 21:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B28 inner engine bed replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 2809

Re: B28 inner engine bed replacement

sorry guys I totally missed all the respnses from the last time I brought this subject up THANKS MIKE
by bertram 20
Dec 5th, '14, 21:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B28 inner engine bed replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 2809

B28 inner engine bed replacement

hi does anyone have any pics of there inner engine beds on 28fbc that they replaced I was looking for some other ideas rather than making that giant engine bed again maybe some kind of aluminum mount or I beam go setup thanks mike
by bertram 20
Oct 20th, '14, 20:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B28 engine bed replacement
Replies: 12
Views: 9381

Re: B28 engine bed replacement

ok thanks was just wandering that's all thanks again
by bertram 20
Oct 20th, '14, 19:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B28 engine bed replacement
Replies: 12
Views: 9381

B28 engine bed replacement

Hey guys I have both engines out for winter engine beds are pretty rotted so I have started to remove them, I have starb side out I noticed an older post in regards to replacing them and capt pat said yellow pine was a good wood to use for this.I am not a carpenter by any means so I wanted to know w...
by bertram 20
Aug 10th, '14, 09:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Aluminum Gas tank coating
Replies: 2
Views: 729

Aluminum Gas tank coating

Hey guys I just ripped out a fiberglass Ethanol safe fuel tank in my 28fbc it was doing strange stuff to my gas like turning it brown and engines did not like that so I a had a aluminum tank made I want to coat it with something before it goes in. what about 3m Undercoating that you would get a say ...
by bertram 20
Aug 10th, '14, 08:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: overheated exhaust hoses
Replies: 19
Views: 10478

Re: overheated exhaust hoses

I changed my risers today with a almost new set of mercruiser risers the 4inch hoses still get extremely hot on port engine, stab engine runs ok this is all going on in my driveway on the trailer I did find out that my water pressure from house is not enough to run them so I filled a 40 gallon barre...
by bertram 20
Jul 31st, '14, 18:54
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: overheated exhaust hoses
Replies: 19
Views: 10478

Re: overheated exhaust hoses

did you check the exhaust hose were it connects to riser because what appeared to be on correctly on mine was not, when i looked up the exhaust hose with a flashlight i could see i was blocking water flow so i loosened them up and realigned them but it still did not help me but it may help you i eve...
by bertram 20
Jul 31st, '14, 17:09
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: overheated exhaust hoses
Replies: 19
Views: 10478

Re: overheated exhaust hoses

jr wolfe i to am having a problem on my b28 my port motor exhaust hoses are hot also, over the winter replaced old cast iron risers with the mercruiser stainless risers replaced all exhaust hoses and replaced steel y pipe and elbow with fiberglass ones.I also replaced my raw water pump, I did find o...
by bertram 20
Jun 5th, '14, 20:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Found on craigslist FL for sale
Replies: 2
Views: 901

Found on craigslist FL for sale

found this for sale on craigslist fl Keys in case anybody interested http://sarasota.craigslist.org/boa/4502628326.html
by bertram 20
May 10th, '14, 22:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BERTRAM 20 for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 830

BERTRAM 20 for sale

saw this for sale in florida craigslist http://spacecoast.craigslist.org/boa/4449983013.html
by bertram 20
May 10th, '14, 21:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Caroline Bertram
Replies: 18
Views: 9160

Re: Caroline Bertram

so were is the pic ?you should post it
by bertram 20
Apr 16th, '14, 10:10
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Riva 25 Progress
Replies: 23
Views: 31875

Re: Riva 25 Progress

that is great looking boat nice job!