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by Russ Pagels
Aug 12th, '16, 06:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Capt Pat.
Replies: 224
Views: 809730

Re: Goodbye Faithful...

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by Russ Pagels
Aug 8th, '16, 15:21
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Capt Pat.
Replies: 224
Views: 809730

Re: Goodbye Faithful...

Good bye my friend. I've only had the pleasure to meet you twice in Montauk and Harkers Island. You've always been able to answer all my questions, as Uncle Vic was. You had the ability to bring a great many people who have become friends together. I'm glad to hear you are being taken care of by you...
by Russ Pagels
Mar 25th, '16, 07:47
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Turbos
Replies: 8
Views: 5525

Re: Turbos

Tom,Bob thanks for the info...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Mar 23rd, '16, 09:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Turbos
Replies: 8
Views: 5525

Turbos

Hey, does anyone remember the name address and phone# of the of the company that sells new, rebuilt turbos on long Island? thanks Russ
by Russ Pagels
Jan 9th, '16, 09:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 4180

Re: wheels

thanks Tony I checked with a prop shop , no problem changing the pitch and cup...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Jan 8th, '16, 09:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 4180

wheels

On my 1972 b31 I'm running 4 bladed bronze 20x23 HyTorg wheels with a lite cup. they are getting thin. I have the opportunity to pick up a set of new 4 bladed NiBrAl Michigan 20x24 DQX wheels with a #6 cup. With the old wheels I cruse at 30mph loaded at 2400 rpm. The boat is a fbc with cummins 6bta ...
by Russ Pagels
Jan 8th, '16, 09:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Update
Replies: 12
Views: 8809

Re: Bertram Update

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by Russ Pagels
Jan 2nd, '16, 16:09
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: White Tornado
Replies: 7
Views: 7209

Re: White Tornado

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by Russ Pagels
Dec 24th, '15, 12:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ho Ho Ho!
Replies: 13
Views: 8306

Re: Ho Ho Ho!

Merry Christmas, and a Happy and healthy New Year to one and all...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Dec 16th, '15, 19:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Alexseal
Replies: 8
Views: 4073

Re: Alexseal

Nav, I had my 31 painted with this product. After five years it still looks like the day is was painted. I was told that if any scratches or other damage was done to her, the repair would be easier than with other paint products, I can not attest to this as I have not incurred any damage to this poi...
by Russ Pagels
Sep 16th, '15, 13:16
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sanibel island
Replies: 11
Views: 5796

Re: Sanibel island

Thank you one and all for the input. After looking into it further. We have decided to return to Cheeca lodge. we had a great time there last winter. What made us look into other places, was that they had raised there rates. I'll sell a kidney and we'll go earlier. thanks again, it is amazing how mu...
by Russ Pagels
Sep 13th, '15, 12:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sanibel island
Replies: 11
Views: 5796

Re: Sanibel island

Thanks guys, for a little island the have a lot of condos...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Sep 12th, '15, 11:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sanibel island
Replies: 11
Views: 5796

Sanibel island

Hello, winter is coming and it's past time to find and make reservations for a warm place for 2 weeks. The keys priced us out this year and the near future. Looking at Sanibel Island any info would be greatly appreciated. thanks in advance Russ
by Russ Pagels
Jul 29th, '15, 13:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anchor Size - B25
Replies: 10
Views: 3165

Re: Anchor Size - B25

Cam, I'm using a Fortress FX-16 on my B31, with 30 ft. of chain. I don't think you can go wrong with these anchors, they are light and strong...Russ
by Russ Pagels
May 26th, '15, 11:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Missing Vic
Replies: 8
Views: 5954

Re: Missing Vic

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by Russ Pagels
May 14th, '15, 10:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: mechanics gloves
Replies: 10
Views: 3020

Re: mechanics gloves

Playtex gloves,they stand up to every thing I throw at them and are reusable . I have three pairs loose, regular and tight. Just did the teak on the boat this morning spent 5 hours in the gloves no leaks no problems. will they prevent a busted knuckle no, when the bolt snaps ands the hand goes in to...
by Russ Pagels
Apr 13th, '15, 07:30
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rudder angle
Replies: 2
Views: 2227

Re: Rudder angle

Goober, If you mean from o degrees to full left or right rudder my rudder angle with over size rudders is 33 degrees. hope this helps. Russ
by Russ Pagels
Apr 12th, '15, 13:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boat lift
Replies: 15
Views: 17230

Re: Boat lift

Brew, My lift has 3"x9" wood bunks, that are spaced 36 1/4" apart, inside measurement. hope this helps....Russ
by Russ Pagels
Mar 20th, '15, 15:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First aid kit
Replies: 27
Views: 8018

Re: First aid kit

thanks Guys, just ordered my adventure kit. Mike I have the quick clotting powder, but not the bolt cutters, have them in the work room, but not on the boat, time for another pair.Russ
by Russ Pagels
Mar 19th, '15, 15:24
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Re: Florida Keys

Thanks to every one for the suggestions on where to stay in the Florida Keys. we spent two weeks at Cheeca Lodge, excellent could not have been better. the restaurants within the area were also excellent. Wife and I had a great time. Russ
by Russ Pagels
Mar 19th, '15, 15:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First aid kit
Replies: 27
Views: 8018

First aid kit

Any Ideas on a good off shore first aid kit. I have two small ones, don't know if they cover all the bases. thanks Russ
by Russ Pagels
Jan 10th, '15, 12:42
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NRA Question
Replies: 8
Views: 2070

Re: NRA Question

Nav, I get the American Rifeman, I also don't hunt, just put holes in targets. It has the latest guns and articles of historical value. The post of the brown water navy was very good. B/R Russ
by Russ Pagels
Jan 5th, '15, 15:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FUND RAISER (What Mikey Said!)
Replies: 78
Views: 68000

Re: FUND RAISER (What Mikey Said!)

Nav, I didn't what to get your panties in a bunch, just the old sand box ribbing. you have a nice day...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Jan 5th, '15, 09:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram 37 finished
Replies: 25
Views: 21743

Re: Bertram 37 finished

Gert, another beautiful peace of art. best of luck with her.
by Russ Pagels
Jan 3rd, '15, 15:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FUND RAISER (What Mikey Said!)
Replies: 78
Views: 68000

Re: FUND RAISER (What Mikey Said!)

Pat CHECK will go out Monday. thanks again for all of your help over the many years. We could start a fund drive for nav....Russ
by Russ Pagels
Dec 31st, '14, 10:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Half Mold 31
Replies: 150
Views: 104154

Re: Half Mold 31

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I glued a small block of wood to the inside and screwed it to the mounting board
by Russ Pagels
Dec 26th, '14, 11:45
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Half Mold 31
Replies: 150
Views: 104154

Re: Half Mold 31

not finished yet , going to have Raybo paint my hull colors .

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by Russ Pagels
Dec 25th, '14, 16:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HANUKKA
Replies: 10
Views: 7028

Re: MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HANUKKA

A Merry Christmas and a happy new year to one and all.
by Russ Pagels
Dec 10th, '14, 16:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Half Mold 31
Replies: 150
Views: 104154

Re: Half Mold 31

Bob, just received mine. In perfect condition. perfect, could not be happier. thanks to you and all involved in the project...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 16th, '14, 10:41
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Re: Florida Keys

thanks Bruce, It will be a nice change from the coming winter in NC....Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 14th, '14, 15:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Re: Florida Keys

Hey, Mickey I hope your wife is doing well. We have already made our reservations. and if we like the keys, we will slowly be working our way to your end in the coming years. I will keep you in mind if we decide to spend a couple of weeks in key west. thanks again Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 14th, '14, 08:23
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Half Mold 31
Replies: 150
Views: 104154

Re: Half Mold 31

Bob, sanded please, I sent you a PM with my address. thanks Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 10th, '14, 09:22
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Re: Florida Keys

Mark, Bill, Bruce,John and every one else, again thanks for all your help. places to go and things to see...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 7th, '14, 14:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Re: Florida Keys

And the winner is, drum roll, Cheeca lodge. Not cheep but looks very nice. And once we are down there we can look at other places. thanks again to every one for there help, once again the brothers came through....Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 6th, '14, 09:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Re: Florida Keys

thanks, Guys still looking. some of those places are a bit expensive. Looking into renting a condo, we will see. thanks again Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 4th, '14, 16:02
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Florida Keys
Replies: 22
Views: 20579

Florida Keys

Hey, wife and I are looking to spend a week or two in the keys. Any suggestions to what key and where would be greatly appreciated. Not bringing boat, may do a little fishing, pool, hanging out in the sun, sightseeing, restaurants, hotels or condos, etc.
Thanks,
Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 2nd, '14, 12:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Half Mold 31
Replies: 150
Views: 104154

Re: Half Mold 31

Bob, count me in for a sanded one, I am on the list. But who has the list? Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 1st, '14, 16:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Raw water strainers
Replies: 4
Views: 2210

Re: Raw water strainers

Pat, Charlie thanks for the come back. one is out the other will be tomorrow, we are in a rain delay now. my other B31 also had both types and every time I checked the perkos they had nothing in them. It saves weight and adds room, every sq ft counts . Russ
by Russ Pagels
Nov 1st, '14, 09:34
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Raw water strainers
Replies: 4
Views: 2210

Raw water strainers

Hey, I have a question for ya'll. I have both rectangular hull straines and perko inboard strainers. the perko are leaking. I can rebuild them, but is it necessary to have both? thanks again for the input Russ
by Russ Pagels
Sep 20th, '14, 12:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chimera
Replies: 23
Views: 11190

Re: Chimera

JP, real good looking boat, good luck with her..Russ
by Russ Pagels
Sep 1st, '14, 12:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: teak questions
Replies: 6
Views: 2827

Re: teak questions

Thanks Marlin, I will try the sudsy ammonia. You can still get tip top from Hamilton marine, in gallon jugs. Russ
by Russ Pagels
Aug 31st, '14, 07:40
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: teak questions
Replies: 6
Views: 2827

Re: teak questions

Marlin, thanks for the come back.as with all of your post a lot of good information. the teak is ,as far as I know is 42 yrs old . I had just finished cleaning it. after I read your post I reapplied tip top teak oil to it . it takes appx 4 hrs to get it to this point. thanks again...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Aug 30th, '14, 13:51
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: teak questions
Replies: 6
Views: 2827

teak questions

my teak has been repaired and cleaned. what is the down side to leaving it natural(not putting tip top on it). will have a tendency to crack and split or get dirty more quickly? thanks for the come backs ...Russ

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by Russ Pagels
Aug 30th, '14, 13:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Crows Nest Topsides
Replies: 35
Views: 17800

Re: Crows Nest Topsides

John, very nice, great job ..Russ
by Russ Pagels
Aug 25th, '14, 16:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SORRY GUYS !!
Replies: 22
Views: 7797

Re: SORRY GUYS !!

What did you do with my boat?
by Russ Pagels
Aug 24th, '14, 12:58
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: calling capt. Pat
Replies: 14
Views: 7445

Re: calling capt. Pat

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not perfect but nether am I, the product mixes the A and B in the nozzle, works well
by Russ Pagels
Aug 22nd, '14, 11:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: surveyor
Replies: 3
Views: 1735

Re: surveyor

Thanks, Pete, Buzzk I'll pass johns name on...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Aug 20th, '14, 19:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: calling capt. Pat
Replies: 14
Views: 7445

Re: calling capt. Pat

Thanks Pat,that was what I have been doing all afternoon . Did not think of the alcohol, now where does one get syringes? thanks again for your help...Russ
by Russ Pagels
Aug 20th, '14, 06:37
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: calling capt. Pat
Replies: 14
Views: 7445

Re: calling capt. Pat

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by Russ Pagels
Aug 20th, '14, 06:35
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: calling capt. Pat
Replies: 14
Views: 7445

Re: calling capt. Pat

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