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- Mar 12th, '09, 18:14
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: ISLAND GIRL: Good News / Bad News
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5766
Tommy, I look forward to having you onboard when I make the trip north to NC from Tampa Fl. Glad I will have your experience onboard. As for the NC rendeveux, I will be up at Newport RI, taking a Command Officer course. Please pass along my best to the NC Faithful. I look forward to meeting them whe...
- Mar 11th, '09, 18:52
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: ISLAND GIRL: Good News / Bad News
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5766
Tommy, sorry to hear about the news on Island Girl. That must have been one very very difficult decision. I know you truly put your heart and soul into Island Girl. I am glad to hear you have found a good trustworthy steward for her. I will soon find myself back in Jacksonville, NC and you will alwa...
- Dec 24th, '08, 14:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: GREETINGS FROM THE MILITARY GUY
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2602
Tommy, oood news, it looks like we might be neighbors again. My new military assignment will most likely be Camp Johnson, Jacksonville, NC. Back to my old stomping grounds. Once confirmed, I will be the first to let you know. I still remember the great hospitality you provided and the great ride on ...
- Dec 23rd, '08, 19:53
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Holiday Greetings!
- Replies: 36
- Views: 9459
- Dec 23rd, '08, 17:19
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Holiday Greetings!
- Replies: 36
- Views: 9459
- Dec 23rd, '08, 15:04
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: GREETINGS FROM THE MILITARY GUY
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2602
GREETINGS FROM THE MILITARY GUY
Faithful, sure has been a long time. I continue to travel much in and out of the CENTCOM AOR. Our work in the military never seems to end. Back in DC, hopefully through the spring. I just got off the phone with Carl of Elite Marine and he states that SUPERMEX is doing fine and is getting ready to go...
- May 23rd, '08, 22:46
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2563
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
FAITHFUL, as we prepare to light up BBQs, go camping, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy our B31s, let us not forget those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country on this Memorial Day holiday. OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM = 4,069 KIAs, 30,059 WIAs and OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM (...
- May 23rd, '08, 22:31
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: "Reel Cowboy" Pics
- Replies: 54
- Views: 35427
John, sorry for the late reply, certainly looking forward to the Memorial Day holiday. SUPERMEX still remains with Carl of Elite Marine in St. Pete Fl. Carl has been a God send when it comes to SUPERMEX. His understanding of my military duty has given me great flexibility with finishing the final pr...
- May 23rd, '08, 22:21
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PROMOTION TO CAPT!!
- Replies: 27
- Views: 13472
- May 20th, '08, 00:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PROMOTION TO CAPT!!
- Replies: 27
- Views: 13472
Tommy, good to hear from you. And thank you for your very generous offer of hospitality. Unfortunately, I just got back from several days driving down to Amarillo, Texas from Wash DC !!!!! I did the drive in 4 days. I purchased a very nice trailer mounted smoker pit. I have always wanted a large smo...
- May 16th, '08, 20:34
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PROMOTION TO CAPT!!
- Replies: 27
- Views: 13472
Faithful, great hearing from you and thanx for all the congrats. I continue to be very proud of our B31 brotherhood and for Capt P's tireless effort to keep us in the same comm box. In my opinion, an elite group of true B31 enthusiasts that as UV has so eloquently reminded us time and time again, we...
- May 16th, '08, 20:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: "Reel Cowboy" Pics
- Replies: 54
- Views: 35427
John, great job, I am totally impressed with your personal dedication to the B31 stewardship. You are an authentic FAITHFUL, a title many envy to attain. Reel Cowboy is an outstanding example of B31 pride in ownership. I would be honored to have SUPERMEX hit the open sea with such a B31 gem!!! Great...
- May 15th, '08, 18:24
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PROMOTION TO CAPT!!
- Replies: 27
- Views: 13472
PROMOTION TO CAPT!!
Faithful, apologize for being absent from the site, but work at the Pentagon continues at a relentless pace. I did want to share my good news, I have been selected for CAPTAIN! It has been a 34 year journey and certainly well worth the effort. Hopefully some day I will buy all of you a shot of tequi...
- Dec 11th, '07, 19:07
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Capt. Dave Kosh
- Replies: 45
- Views: 22604
- Nov 13th, '07, 20:22
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Thanks to all you who are veterans...
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3167
FAITHFUL, our military continues to perform admirably. This has been a long hard mission, but it never fails to amaze me about the outstanding young, dedicated, and brave men and women we have serving in our military service. I am most proud to continue to serve with them and know that they come fro...
- Sep 12th, '07, 18:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Calling Roland.......
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2409
CALLING ROLAND
Tommy/Wayne, sorry I have not been in touch. But have been traveling in and out of country very much. Thank God I have someone like Carl to continue to watch over SUPERMEX. My military duty continues to keep me 150% occupied. Some days I don't know if I am coming or going. I sure do miss you guys an...
- May 3rd, '07, 19:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Side Exhaust vs. Out the Back
- Replies: 17
- Views: 11161
side exhaust
Take a look at the side exhausts that Carl from Elite Marine installs. He has done several B31s and the owners love them. I can't speak to them yet as the boat is still having restoration work completed.
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- Feb 6th, '07, 20:01
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Looking for a Good Charter Captain out of Honolulu
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2177
- Jan 25th, '07, 22:00
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 31 Bahia Mar For Sale in St Petersburg FL
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3481
Mike K, thought you had died and gone to heaven. Had not heard from you in a long, long, long time. SUPERMEX is alive and well. She is not the same boat you worked on 3+ years ago. I remember bringing her to you to get bandaid fixes. Decided to do it right and have it totally renovated. Carl of Elit...
- Jan 23rd, '07, 20:55
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bad News from a Faithful
- Replies: 52
- Views: 46452
SHIPMATE, hang in there and keep the faith. Sounds like your personal strength is putting up a great defense. Keep strong and stay focused and you will beat this. The good Lord takes care of special people like you and while we have never met, knowing you over the past 4 years in this sandbox, affir...
- Jan 18th, '07, 20:42
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bad News from a Faithful
- Replies: 52
- Views: 46452
- Jan 15th, '07, 20:59
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: CHRISTMAS PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 30
- Views: 17128
CAPT PAT, I am going to try my best to get up to AC. I have been following this wonderful site now for 3 years and I feel like I personally know all of the FAITHFUL. Although I have never met any of the FAITHFUL, I sincererely look forward to the day I can meet these incredible Americans known as th...
- Jan 15th, '07, 12:17
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: INTERIOR PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7064
- Jan 14th, '07, 17:01
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bad News from a Faithful
- Replies: 52
- Views: 46452
- Jan 14th, '07, 16:56
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: INTERIOR PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7064
- Jan 12th, '07, 20:36
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: INTERIOR PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7064
interior pix of supermex
Tommy, is absolutely right. Yanny 315s. I will post a list of all the work that went into her when she is done. I have had an incredible amount of work done and a ton of pictures documenting all the different phases. I will be more than happy to share with the FAITHFUL when she is completed. Enjoy t...
- Jan 11th, '07, 21:23
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: INTERIOR PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7064
INTERIOR PIX OF SUPERMEX
FAITHFUL, a few of you asked for pix of the interior. These are in rough, but will give you a basic layout. To the right forward will be the sink, followed by the refrig, then the freezer. Cutouts will be storage. To the left is the settee and will house the AC unit, batteries, and misc storage. On ...
- Jan 8th, '07, 19:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: CHRISTMAS PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 30
- Views: 17128
supermex pix
FAITHFUL, thanx to all for the kind words. Plan is to splash her in Apr/May timeframe. As Scott as already mentioned, interior is still in the rough but post pix soon. UV to side are the air intakes according to Carl work extremely well. Wayne, that is a buggy seat you see topside. Nice to hang out ...
- Jan 7th, '07, 15:52
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: CHRISTMAS PIX OF SUPERMEX
- Replies: 30
- Views: 17128
CHRISTMAS PIX OF SUPERMEX
Enjoy faithful
- Jan 7th, '07, 14:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: post pictures
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1219
post pictures
FAITHFUL, how do I post pictures on this site. I want to post some recent pix of SUPERMEX. r/ ROLAND
- Jan 7th, '07, 14:22
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Sandbox fundraiser is on
- Replies: 83
- Views: 79365
donation
Sorry for the delay, but work and holiday travels had me very busy. I will gladly put $100 in the mail. Wish all the FAITHFUL a very safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year. Got to see SUPERMEX over the holidays. She is looking absolutely magnificent. I will try and figure out how to post some pix. r...
- Nov 12th, '06, 19:31
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: CX prices
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2817
CX
UV, do you have 1 gallon containers of CX. I had to leave mine in Guam. Thanx. r/ Roland
- Nov 10th, '06, 19:59
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: CHECKING IN FAITHFUL
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3721
CHECKING IN FAITHFUL
FAITHFUL, just got back into town. Have been traveling to the middle east for the last 2 months. Reading all the posts tells me the FAITHFUL is alive and well, thank God. SUPERMEX, according to Carl, will be ready in the spring. Sorry I haven't been able to stay in touch but my military schedule the...
- Nov 10th, '06, 19:37
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My Condolences to Daryl Dykens at Mastry Engine
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1691
DEEPEST SYMPATHY
DARYL, my deepest sympathy. While I do not know you, Brent of Mastry has been a superb professional. May God be with you through this challenging time in your life. R/ ROLAND
- Sep 27th, '06, 20:39
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lauderdale boat show
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18799
fll flophouse
Thudddddd, thanx so much for your generous offer. I will call and try and get a room. I will be back in touch. r/ Roland
- Sep 23rd, '06, 11:52
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lauderdale boat show
- Replies: 29
- Views: 18799
FLL FLOPHOUSE
I hopefully would be able to drive down. Not a long drive for me here in Wash D.C. What are the dates for this event. I would make and Fri and Sat stay and drive back Sunday. Thanx. r/ Roland
- Aug 25th, '06, 18:27
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New B31 FBC Owner
- Replies: 14
- Views: 8104
WELCOME SHIPMATE
Clay, welcome and you will never be disappointed with your B31. SUPERMEX is the name of my B31 and has been undergoing a MAJOR refit in St. Pete Fl for the past 3 years. I have elected not to show pix until she is complete, but if you have questions on the degree of work being done, just drop me an ...
- Aug 25th, '06, 18:15
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Happy Birthday Vic
- Replies: 28
- Views: 19161
Happy B-day
Happy B-day UV. Sorry for my absence from the site, but busy is an understatement. I get up at 4a.m and get home usually after 8p.m. The Pentagon tempo never slows down. Have a shot of tequila on me. Please let me know if you come up to Wash D.C. so I can set up a Pentagon tour for you. Adios. r/ Ro...
- Aug 6th, '06, 11:33
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How Many boats do you own?
- Replies: 35
- Views: 34613
how many boats do you own
Own (2)
1967 B31 Sportsfisherman
1995 18 ft Leonard Skimmer
r/ Roland
1967 B31 Sportsfisherman
1995 18 ft Leonard Skimmer
r/ Roland
- Aug 2nd, '06, 20:40
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: GREETINGS FROM WASH DC
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8671
GREETINGS FROM WASH DC
FAITHFUL, checking in from Wash D.C. The last 2-3 months have been needless to say, extremely hectic. This has been, believe it or not, my 23rd military move. One of the enjoyable parts of this move was of course being able to visit family, but also to see SUPERMEX! WOW! is simply all I can say. Car...