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by tunawish
Dec 9th, '15, 16:55
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Bertram31.com
Replies: 24
Views: 14379

Re: Happy Birthday Bertram31.com

A little late to the party but Congrats Capt. Pat..!!!

Happy Birthday to B31 and the whole crew of guys on here that come along with it.....

Ray
by tunawish
Sep 9th, '15, 18:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Donations
Replies: 10
Views: 5202

Re: Donations

A little late but check's on the way...

As always... Thanks Pat for all your work...

Ray
by tunawish
Feb 12th, '15, 18:11
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 20 Bahia Mar Seating
Replies: 19
Views: 14173

Re: 20 Bahia Mar Seating

Hey Pete,
Yes still at 27 walnut street downtown peabody
but I wouldn't try to come here for the next two weeks.
We'll be at home show in Boston till 24th
Maybe the 8' snowbanks will melt by then..
Ray
by tunawish
Feb 12th, '15, 18:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 20 Bahia Mar Seating
Replies: 19
Views: 14173

Re: 20 Bahia Mar Seating

Hi Harry,
Doug wasn't interested in them, give me a call on a cell and I can text you the pics..
I don't know how to get them from my phone to here.. and I don't want to hijack Dougs thread..
978-423-6583

Thanks
Ray
by tunawish
Feb 9th, '15, 21:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 20 Bahia Mar Seating
Replies: 19
Views: 14173

Re: 20 Bahia Mar Seating

Doug Very nice find on the boat I just put mine up for sale. About 4 years ago I bought from Walter K his jump seats for his Bahia I still have them as purchased. He thought they were original .. They're kind of cool I like that they can be folded and fit the space perfectly I'm right in Swampscott ...
by tunawish
Jan 11th, '15, 21:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FUND RAISER (What Mikey Said!)
Replies: 78
Views: 68000

Re: FUND RAISER (What Mikey Said!)

I'm in....

Check will go out this week...

Ray
by tunawish
Nov 30th, '14, 11:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas
Replies: 14
Views: 7358

Re: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas

Hi Rocky, Thanks for the referral, I'll give him a call tomorrow.. I'm heading out there the 11th and 12th .... As far as the Wanderlodge ..Yes it's definitely a new interest. I love to drive so thinking it would give me the opportunity to travel and not have to worry about my dog .... Crazy as that...
by tunawish
Nov 29th, '14, 14:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas
Replies: 14
Views: 7358

Re: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas

Want to make sure no one read my first post wrong... If you read it quick it could look like I'm asking someone to check the engine for FREE....it say's a FEE..!!

I'm fully prepared to pay someone to check out the Cat 3208..

Any help would be appreciated ...

Thanks
Ray
by tunawish
Nov 29th, '14, 14:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas
Replies: 14
Views: 7358

Re: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas

The money's not a big issue here.. The ones listed above are what Mike was looking at ... I'm looking at spending under 35K for a much older but well maintained classic buss..... This is the type and style I'm looking at... http://www.ebay.com/itm/1977-Blue-Bird-Wanderlodge-FC-31-/161462747607?nma=t...
by tunawish
Nov 25th, '14, 14:57
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas
Replies: 14
Views: 7358

Re: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas

The first one interior is still a bit much
for me with the mirrored ceiling and glass
bar cabinets
The second one Is very nice ..wood floors
No mirrors ... Couldn't afford it but what's with
the counteredge lighting ?? I'd like to know where these people
got their design degree Studio 4 ??
by tunawish
Nov 25th, '14, 10:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas
Replies: 14
Views: 7358

Re: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas

Mike, I hear ya.. the 90's coaches seem to have a lot of Mauve and Pale green with an overload of bright brass and mirrors... Can't stand it... That's why I'm looking for Pre 85 Blue Birds with walnut cabinets and aluminum and stainless trim.. I Like the older stuff and the quality of factory compon...
by tunawish
Nov 24th, '14, 11:30
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas
Replies: 14
Views: 7358

Expertice needed with 3208 Cat in Cali and Texas

Major changes in my life this past year has me looking at different things to get my mind back in sync ...One of them is the possibility of getting on the road and traveling more with a classic old school RV.. Looking at BlueBird Wanderlodges from early 80's... 1982 in Simi Valley California and a 1...
by tunawish
Jul 20th, '14, 20:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chimera for sale
Replies: 16
Views: 5411

Re: Chimera for sale

JP

Damn !!! After all that incredible work.. As Rocket said ..Cant wait to see what an upgrade to her looks like...

Ray
by tunawish
Jul 20th, '14, 20:30
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boat Less
Replies: 46
Views: 18780

Re: Boat Less

Hey Pete, Sorry to hear about the knee again.... Wishing you the best of luck ...I'm sure you'll be boating again after they get it right this time, especially with all the advancements in joint replacement recently.. When you get back on your feet and you're surveying again let us all know. Since R...
by tunawish
Jan 23rd, '14, 17:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Randall on Yahoo top news
Replies: 17
Views: 21387

Re: Randall on Yahoo top news

Hey Randall, They showed pictures of the "box of money" on Good Morning America... I think Monday morning .. They said it was from a New York Artist and was surprised they didn't mention your name...But knew in a heartbeat it was yours.. Congrats on your increased notoriety and hope it opens the flo...
by tunawish
Sep 7th, '13, 14:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: In memory of Walter Kaprielian
Replies: 158
Views: 501401

Re: SAD NEWS WALTER KAPRIELIANS PASSING

Very sad.. The good guys truly go to early...

My condolences to Walters family....

Ray
by tunawish
Jun 11th, '13, 12:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ole girl with a new dress
Replies: 71
Views: 29517

Re: Ole girl with a new dress

Bob....Damn..!! Looks Fantastic...Love the choice of colors, design, attention to detail...
All of it .. you must be very proud...

Ray
by tunawish
May 1st, '13, 19:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Drawer Handle Removal
Replies: 11
Views: 3483

Re: Drawer Handle Removal

I'd use the Fein tool to cut it flush with the face....Then use a very sharp smaller chisel, with hand pressure only, to get behind whats left and take it out in pieces.. There shouldn't be much of the teak left in the hole once the face is off... If your replacing it with a similar style handle, th...
by tunawish
Jan 25th, '13, 23:10
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Teak Cap & Coaming
Replies: 55
Views: 23423

Re: Teak Cap & Coaming

You learn quick "Grasshopper"


Ray
by tunawish
Jan 25th, '13, 18:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Teak Cap & Coaming
Replies: 55
Views: 23423

Re: Teak Cap & Coaming

Bob....

Very Very Nice...!!!!

Ray
by tunawish
Dec 23rd, '12, 19:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas !!
Replies: 24
Views: 11968

Re: Merry Christmas !!

Merry Christmas and A Safe and Prosperous New Year to All...

Ray
by tunawish
Dec 19th, '12, 16:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Design Opinions?
Replies: 11
Views: 3696

Re: Design Opinions?

Bob H. wrote:Cam, Id vote for trimming them down to match the curve of the back rest...nice work..its amazing the work involved to make such a subtle statement..most will overlook..except for the guys in this sandbox..BH
Cam .. What Bob said.... and very nice work...

Ray
by tunawish
Dec 19th, '12, 15:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 20 Bahia Mar
Replies: 24
Views: 15030

Re: Bertram 20 Bahia Mar

Hey Doug, Sorry I missed your call...always leave a message and a number if you can't get through..
I'll call you back same day...

Thanks
Ray
by tunawish
Dec 17th, '12, 10:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 20 Bahia Mar
Replies: 24
Views: 15030

Re: Bertram 20 Bahia Mar

Doug, I live in Swampscott have a 68 20 bahia mar..

Give me a call @ office we can talk 978-532-0212

Thanks
Ray
by tunawish
Dec 3rd, '12, 17:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 20 progress
Replies: 27
Views: 7735

Re: Bertram 20 progress

Ian...., She looks great....

Someday hopefully, mine will get a proper make over like yours....

Ray
by tunawish
Nov 12th, '12, 09:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hurricane Sandy Recap
Replies: 7
Views: 3332

Re: Hurricane Sandy Recap

Niel, Wow..!!!!
I've been thinking about you guys.....My friends in Basking Ridge have been hit with power loss and are
complaining about the lack of gasoline but nothing like you..

At least you are all safe ..Happy B'day to Jr...

Ray
by tunawish
Sep 30th, '12, 08:59
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I went down just before the site did.
Replies: 52
Views: 46394

Re: I went down just before the site did.

I skipped over the thread a few times thinking it was your computer that went down....

Wow....Welcome back Walter..
Good to hear you are on the mend

We'll keep you in our prayers for the upcoming tests
and for a speedy recovery back to 100%

Ray
by tunawish
Aug 25th, '12, 09:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: fund raiser for new site
Replies: 23
Views: 7639

Re: fund raiser for new site

I am certainly in...

Thanks Capt.....

Ray
by tunawish
Aug 15th, '12, 11:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New BUlletin Board
Replies: 20
Views: 8816

Re: New BUlletin Board

Looks Great..!!!

Thanks Capt Pat...

Ray
by tunawish
Jun 14th, '12, 12:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Teak oil recommendations?
Replies: 11
Views: 3974

Dug wrote:Any easy answer as to where to find Tip Top, since that time of year is coming...
http://www.tiptopteak.com/products/

Ray..
by tunawish
May 26th, '12, 19:31
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Uncle Vic Has Passed...
Replies: 79
Views: 79481

I had never met UV but hope to some day..... It's to bad another one of the good guys has been taken...

Rest in Peace

Ray
by tunawish
May 14th, '12, 08:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B20 - Chesapeake Edition
Replies: 34
Views: 16158

Nice job John... Really nice....

Ray
by tunawish
May 14th, '12, 08:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sad News from Connecticut
Replies: 29
Views: 14090

My Condolences Dug...and Tom...

Ray
by tunawish
Apr 17th, '12, 14:57
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Never to old to "send it"................
Replies: 9
Views: 3198

Great Video...!!!
by tunawish
Mar 18th, '12, 12:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Knee Surgery & The Boat's Got to be Sold
Replies: 33
Views: 13747

Damn Pete.. Sorry to hear that....

Ray
by tunawish
Feb 28th, '12, 14:36
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Fishing Shirts
Replies: 14
Views: 6753

My favorite shirt...
http://www.bitemelivebait.com/product_p/ppaint.htm

DQ...Agree with JP.. looks great..I say print em'...But then I've never been big on this PC thing...

Ray
by tunawish
Feb 9th, '12, 13:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Give a couple Bertram guys 16 hours and you get....
Replies: 38
Views: 15816

Bob....

Looking Great ...!!

I've got to get down there to see it in person one of these days...

Ray
by tunawish
Feb 6th, '12, 09:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: need votes
Replies: 42
Views: 34515

Done, Good Luck....
by tunawish
Dec 25th, '11, 13:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kahlenbergs!!!!!
Replies: 10
Views: 3490

Dug,

Very Cool to have a wife that shares the passion and gets you boat stuff instead of socks and shirts...?? Say Hi to Liz for me ..

Horn sounds great too...

Ray
by tunawish
Dec 25th, '11, 13:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah (sp?), Seasons Greetings..
Replies: 21
Views: 8639

A Merry Christmas to all... and....

A Happy Birthday to me... 12/25/58...


Ray (or as my B-in-Law calls me this time of year Baby Jesus)
by tunawish
Dec 25th, '11, 13:31
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Mom
Replies: 50
Views: 29593

Brew,

My condolences to you and your family......


Ray
by tunawish
Dec 18th, '11, 13:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fiberglass advice needed
Replies: 29
Views: 13330

John- Having a B-20 Bahia Mar, I have found having a lockable storage area for often used rods and lure boxes, etc. a distinct advantage. What I DID find a pain in the ass was getting to the bow cleat to tie and untie the boat. If you reach it from the cockpit, fine. If not, move it back till you c...
by tunawish
Dec 16th, '11, 08:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood screws
Replies: 19
Views: 5225

The best choice in Stainless is the 316L grade (18-10) I order from Bolt Depot but so far I have only ordered Silicone Bronze fasteners. If ordering by the 316L or 18-10 grade and its rusting then they are clearly falsifying the integrity of their product......although the chemistry may be correct ...
by tunawish
Dec 13th, '11, 15:09
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Before I forget
Replies: 15
Views: 4624

A Very Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to All...

Here's wishing for an even stronger 2012!!!

Ray
by tunawish
Dec 11th, '11, 23:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wood screws
Replies: 19
Views: 5225

Ditto Tony on Bolt Depot, I've been buying from them for years and zero issues, good prices, fast & cheap shipping. Box lots save you big. UV Tony, Vic,...... When was the last time you bought from them.. ??? I've done 3 other boats entirely from them since 95 with no issues.... but what I've bough...
by tunawish
Nov 23rd, '11, 18:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Joy followed by aggravation
Replies: 21
Views: 5264

The fine will be 10,000.$ for the fish and 10,000.$ to the boat. They will tell him he has 30 days to pay and they will unchain his boat from the dock. If he pays right away he might only have to come up with 15,000.$ Brew, What I read was that NMFS met him at the dock cause he called on his way in...
by tunawish
Nov 23rd, '11, 18:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Joy followed by aggravation
Replies: 21
Views: 5264

Harry Babb wrote:I wonder how the officials found out that he caught the fish????

Are they watching from a satellite now???

hb
From what I heard in news reports up here I think he called NMFS himself to report the catch......

Apparently he thought they would let him keep it...

Ray
by tunawish
Nov 21st, '11, 11:20
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tremendously sad news
Replies: 65
Views: 28672

Mark,
Been away and just heard the sad news.

Hopefully knowing that your angel is now peaceful and pain free can help to somehow ease the pain.

My prayers to you and your family..

Ray
by tunawish
Oct 31st, '11, 21:10
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Snow etc!
Replies: 5
Views: 1705

2" at home 4" at work 18" at our house up north in NH .. 5 weeks ago we got 6" of rain in Swampscott in 2 hours.. We were the jackpot for a thunderstorm that supposedly sat right over our town without moving.. Worst rain I had ever seen ..the street had a solid 8" of water running down across the wh...
by tunawish
Oct 18th, '11, 08:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Garmin Question
Replies: 9
Views: 1669

I've had the same setup in 2 boats now with an older GSD-20 and have no feed back issues ..

Sep ground back to battery tap...

Ray