Half Mold 31

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 2nd, '14, 09:16

Pulled the first few parts off the mold this week. The mold had a few spider cracks that transferred to the part but with a little sanding they disappear. The blue proving dye shows the areas with blemishes. The builder said he can do the parts as is for $125 or $175 sanded out, plus shipping. I can arrange shipping with a paid order for those interested. The part on the left has been sanded out, the one on the right is as is out of the mold. Thanks to Steve Kelly for locating the mold and Trip Spinner from Beacon Boats for pulling the parts for us. BH

John F. · Post by **John F.** » Nov 2nd, '14, 09:36

I'm in. I know I'm way down the list because I didn't contribute to buying the mold--I was without a B31 at the time. Let me know whenever.

Thanks-

John

Charlie J · Post by **Charlie J** » Nov 2nd, '14, 09:39

nice
ill take the sanded one
let me know how you want to handle this
thanks steve, bob

Harry Woods · Post by **Harry Woods** » Nov 2nd, '14, 10:14

Bob,
Me to on a sanded one.
Harry

Russ Pagels · Post by **Russ Pagels** » Nov 2nd, '14, 12:07

Bob, count me in for a sanded one, I am on the list. But who has the list? Russ

Rocket · Post by **Rocket** » Nov 2nd, '14, 14:10

I am not on the list, but would certainly like to buy one. This might be an opportunity to mark them up a bit to say $250 and send the $75 per piece to Capt. Pat?

Maybe a little engraved plaque with length beam, designer, builder and number of hulls produced and an "in support of Bertram31.com"

I was not part of the sourcing group, but those are my thoughts.

PeterPalmieri · Post by **PeterPalmieri** » Nov 2nd, '14, 14:49

Put me on the list!

Bertramp · Post by **Bertramp** » Nov 2nd, '14, 15:50

Bob....sorry for not getting back to ya.
I will dust off the list and we can go from there.

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 2nd, '14, 19:10

Great idea Rocket I had the same thought about a donation to Capt Pat just wanted the sandbox to help set that number. The plaque with hull numbers would be icing on the cake, I don't have a connection for that but if one of the faithful knows of an engraver chime in. Those who are interested pm me your shipping address and I will get a list started along with the original group who helped purchase the mold. The parts will still need prime and paint to match your 31. Hull # 1 will go to Capt Pat. BH

JimmyG · Post by **JimmyG** » Nov 2nd, '14, 19:21

im in

RAWicklund · Post by **RAWicklund** » Nov 3rd, '14, 10:15

I'm in also...... Rough, unsanded works for me.

Ray

mike ohlstein · Post by **mike ohlstein** » Nov 3rd, '14, 14:08

I'm in

JGomber · Post by **JGomber** » Nov 3rd, '14, 14:55

Put me on the list...if I'm not already there.
I'll take it any way I can get it!

Jerry Gomber
Triton II

Mikey · Post by **Mikey** » Nov 3rd, '14, 17:27

I'm in, and one of the original investors.
P.M. to follow.

Harv · Post by **Harv** » Nov 3rd, '14, 19:16

I'm in.

Tony Meola · Post by **Tony Meola** » Nov 3rd, '14, 22:09

I'm in.
How about we figure out ideas for mounting. We can do it ourselves, but the best way, Glue it to a piece of teak, mahogony etc. Ideas are welcome.

If we get a little plaque made up, it can go on the wood right below it.

Harv

Where have you been hiding? I hope all is well. Last we heard from you was when you posted about the accident.

Rawleigh · Post by **Rawleigh** » Nov 4th, '14, 09:30

The originals issued to dealers were mounted on (get this) black formica covered plywood!! LOL! They also had a small brass plaque under them. I have an original that has lived a rough life.

Navatech · Post by **Navatech** » Nov 4th, '14, 10:24

Rawleigh wrote:The originals issued to dealers were mounted on (get this) black formica covered plywood!! LOL! They also had a small brass plaque under them. I have an original that has lived a rough life.

Post a picture... Some people might want to go the OEM route... Personally, I'd put it on some nice wood... I wonder, how different are the B31 and B46 hulls?!... Can I reasonably successfully pretend it's a B46?!...

CaptPatrick · Post by **CaptPatrick** » Nov 4th, '14, 10:49

I wonder, how different are the B31 and B46 hulls?!...

Beyond both having pointy and blunt ends, as different as cats and dogs...

1962 31 · Post by **1962 31** » Nov 4th, '14, 15:23

put me on the list for sure

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 4th, '14, 20:54

Talked with Tripp today at Beacon Boats, he is taking off for a week and will get a dozen ready when he gets back. The guys from the original list who helped purchase the mold will get first run of parts at above listed price plus shipping. To mount the mold to a finished plaque you will have to bond a few blocks to the inside of the mold. The part is 21" long by about 4" tall. Will keep you guys posted on the progress.BH

Mack · Post by **Mack** » Nov 4th, '14, 20:57

I am not an original investor but would like to participate as well if there is a opportunity. Thanks guys

Harv · Post by **Harv** » Nov 7th, '14, 17:19

Tony Meola wrote:I'm in.
Harv

Where have you been hiding? I hope all is well. Last we heard from you was when you posted about the accident.

Had some surgeries this year. Been relatively quiet since the Rendezvous. Went to Bermuda in Sept and got T-boned last week so the van is back in the bodyshop.....AGAIN!!

Tony Meola · Post by **Tony Meola** » Nov 7th, '14, 22:25

Harv

sounds like the van has a target painted on it.

Sorry to hear abut hte surgery. I know you have been trying to recover from other injuries. Hopefully that was it.

Stay on the board, keep in touch, too many of the old timers are dropping off.

Rawleigh · Post by **Rawleigh** » Nov 10th, '14, 12:26

Harv: You must have a bullseye painted on your backsides!! Sorry for the crash, but glad you are unhurt.

Craig Mac · Post by **Craig Mac** » Nov 11th, '14, 08:55

I am in too.

gplume · Post by **gplume** » Nov 12th, '14, 21:57

Bob-

Count me in. For the mold donation, let me know what the dent was for you guys....if ok with all that contibuted, will add it to the sanbox donation.

Can,t wait to see one In my bar.

Br
Giff

mike ohlstein · Post by **mike ohlstein** » Nov 12th, '14, 22:08

I think that we each put in $25.

Gert van Leest · Post by **Gert van Leest** » Nov 13th, '14, 02:59

I am in !

Bertramp · Post by **Bertramp** » Nov 13th, '14, 10:45

I don't have list in front of me, but it was $25 a pop ... I do remember an overseas gentleman kicking in more.
I will dig out the list on the weekend ... I think I actually posted at one point on the site.
Work & life have been crazy, but I will try to address in next few days.

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 13th, '14, 19:43

Steve, I searched the sandbox post and found the original list who chipped in for the mold, most have posted above, 15 guys helped with the purchase. I will haveTripp make the 15. If you guys can let me know if you want sanded or right out of the mold. Here is the list so far: 1. Steve Kelly (?) 2. Ray Wicklund (u) 3. Mike Kennedy (s) 4. Craig McCarville(s) 5. Harry Woods (s) 6.Charlie Johnson (s) 7. Leo Mauricio (?) 8. Mike Ohlstein (?) 9. Ian Upton (?) 10. Tommy Drake (?) 11. Russ Pagels (s)
12. Bob H. (u) 13. Luis (?) 14. John - whaler (u) 15. Gert (?)
u unsanded right out of the mold, S sanded, ? Need to let me know
The rest will be on the second run, about ten so far, just need to let me know sanded or not. If each of you can drop me a pm with your mailing address so I can get the final $ with shipping, when we get to the point that they are ready to ship if you could send me a check for the $ I will get the part shipped to you Asap.
Capt Pat will get the first one sanded out on the house.
I'd like to send Capt. Pat some $ for each order but will leave that up to each guy, I think 31 would be a fitting number.
Trying to keep the cost down so each Bertram brother can hang one on the wall.
BH

Tony Meola · Post by **Tony Meola** » Nov 13th, '14, 22:50

Bob

Sent you a PM let me know if you don't get it.

Gert van Leest · Post by **Gert van Leest** » Nov 14th, '14, 04:15

Hi Bob ,

Unsanded will be fine !

gjvanleest@gmail.com

RAWicklund · Post by **RAWicklund** » Nov 14th, '14, 07:19

Hey Gert, were your ears burning last night? We were talking about you..... I think your brother Martin will be in my area in the next few days..... We'll take care of him if he shows up. Small world syndrome.

Bob, I sent a PM with my address.

Thanks

Ray

Russ Pagels · Post by **Russ Pagels** » Nov 14th, '14, 08:23

Bob, sanded please, I sent you a PM with my address. thanks Russ

Charlie J · Post by **Charlie J** » Nov 14th, '14, 15:32

bob
sanded please
sent you a pm last week

Jamie MacKenzie · Post by **Jamie MacKenzie** » Nov 15th, '14, 13:19

I'd love to have one-- unsanded is fine. I can PM my address--and let me know what the cost with shipping, plus donation to Captain Pat would be. I have some beautiful oak from a church pew that will make a nice mounting plate.

Gert van Leest · Post by **Gert van Leest** » Nov 16th, '14, 09:07

Its a small world Ray :)

Tommy · Post by **Tommy** » Nov 16th, '14, 09:46

Bob, yes I was an original contributor because I wanted to help keep the half-hull model in the B-31.com family. I already have one, so I will not be placing an order at this time. Thanks to all who have contributed to the effort, whether with your time or your dollars.

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 16th, '14, 17:42

Tony your pm didn't go through, keeps saying deleted by author. Got the list updated, waiting to hear from Tripp ,will get the unsanded units out first then work on sanded ones. BH

Harry Woods · Post by **Harry Woods** » Nov 16th, '14, 21:30

Bob H.,
Had a problem getting a PM through to you. I wanted to confirm I wanted a sanded model and that I was an original investor. Please advise as to the amount and where to send it. My information is as follows: Harry Woods
166D Lynn Avenue
Hampton Bays, NY 11946
Thanks for your efforts in getting this project of the ground.
Harry

Tony Meola · Post by **Tony Meola** » Nov 16th, '14, 22:32

Bob H. wrote:Tony your pm didn't go through, keeps saying deleted by author. Got the list updated, waiting to hear from Tripp ,will get the unsanded units out first then work on sanded ones. BH

Bob

For some reason it will not go.

I will take a sanded hull. I will to PM try again later to get my address to you. Don't know why it will not go to you.

mike ohlstein · Post by **mike ohlstein** » Nov 19th, '14, 22:02

Sanded, please

Tony Meola · Post by **Tony Meola** » Nov 20th, '14, 22:50

Bob H

Thank You got your PM. I tried to reply but it just will not go. Hit reply, typed my message hit send and it just died.

Must be something my system does not like.

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 21st, '14, 18:40

Tony, your all set pm's went through. Tripp will have ten ready for me next Wednesday, I will pick them up and work on them over the holiday weekend and get them out asap.. Thanks for your patience guys should start to ship them within a couple weeks. BH

Charlie J · Post by **Charlie J** » Nov 23rd, '14, 16:10

thanks for the effort and time bob and steve
I think the #31 is a good figure for a donation to the site

Bertramp · Post by **Bertramp** » Nov 23rd, '14, 20:11

I stalled and handed off to Bob .....
He grabbed the ball and ran with it
A good team effort .....

Bob H. · Post by **Bob H.** » Nov 28th, '14, 20:41

Trip had the first batch of seven ready for us, will start getting them sanded and or shipped out next week..Steve sanded or right out of the mold? BH

Rocket · Post by **Rocket** » Nov 28th, '14, 20:43

Man those look incredible Bob, fantastic progress!

Charlie J · Post by **Charlie J** » Nov 29th, '14, 06:30

looking good