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Bruce did all the mechanicals on my repower; here are the facts: 1973 Bertram 31 Sportfisherman; Bimini Top; 220 gallons fuel; 2 people; moderate amount of gear on board; winds light and variable Yanmar 6LPSTE 315 HP, Max rated RPM 3800; continuous cruise @ 3600 RPM; Preferred cruise 3000-3200 RPM H...

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To Frank’s question, based on your props being 20 X 23, I’m thinking you have a 2:1 gear ratio. I had the 6LP-STE 315 HP, 2:1 gears and 20 X 23 props in my ‘73 Sportfisherman and cruised at 30 kts and top end at 34 kts.

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Peter, Buddy Boy is beautiful and both Patrick and Bruce did fabulous work, but the neglect you refer to has been an ongoing issue. You are a very knowledgeable boater, so stand your ground and if the seller is not reasonable, you should walk. Call me tomorrow if you would like some additional insig...

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50 Years of Bertram

In case some of you have not seen this:

Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C71M4Bg6xIA

Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd0ANMkoiIs

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Welcome aboard, SeaDog! The Bertram 20s typically came with the inline 6 cylinder GM 250 CI block rated at 165 HP, and they had a reputation for being both reliable and economical to run. There is also an inline 6 rated at 160 HP, but I do not know the specs or why the 5 HP difference. One B-20 Bahi...

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The link I provided doesn't work, so just google "Corvette Charger Street Race" for the video.

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My apology in advance to Bruce and Mike for violating the "boating only" rule, but it is rumored that the guy bought the Corvette after selling his Bertram 31. OK guys, this was too interesting not to post for all you gearheads to enjoy. A customer in California took his Corvette to the dealer to ch...

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Neil, I've got several of those shirts, and to this day they are my favorite Bertram shirts.

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Hi Rick, Congratulations on getting her under way; I look forward to seeing you on the water around the Morehead/Beaufort area. I think you and I are on the same time-line for our 5-year renewal of our captain's licenses, so maybe I'll see you in Charleston again in the spring. Mine expires May of '...

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Yes, this last picture of your 25 Express on blocks in your driveway looks great. I could not see any of the other pics. Thanks for sharing.

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Mike Nelson was the scuba diver in the TV series “ Sea Hunt” starring Loyd Bridges. You’ve gotta be at least 65 to remember that show, and I qualify!

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Welcome aboard, Rick! Rawleigh nailed it, you will fit right in so jump aboard the rendezvous. We were all strangers to begin with, but the Bertram brand weaves us together. I can assure you that you will be welcomed aboard every boat at the event. Although I will not be in attendance (too far from ...

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Welcome back, Harv; we have missed you. Sorry about the rough patches you have endured, but may you enjoy calmer seas ahead!

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Dug, it is Bob Fioresi that just passed away.

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What a great guy that I only had the pleasure of getting to know on this Board; condolences to his family and loved ones.

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Steve, I had the same question when I bought the boat in 2005 down in Baton Rouge, LA. The owner had rebuilt the transom from the inside, so I asked about the foam under the deck. He said he had not encountered any soft spots and that the boat seemed to sit correctly in the water, so he did not chas...

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As one would expect, a lot of finger-pointing going on. How would you like to have been the master standing between two Egyptian pilots barking out conflicting orders? From Shippingwatch.com: A quarrel between two pilots on board Ever Given over how the ship should be steered through harsh weather i...

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Hey guys, I finally caught up with Pete Fallon today and had a great conversation. And where was Pete headed when I caught up with him but to his physical therapist. Pete says his main computer went down and he has trouble logging on to B-31.com on his antiquated backup model. He said that his knee ...

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Trace,

Send me your email address and I will send you all my numbers from when I repowered Island Girl with 315 Yanmars. Some of us are so tech-challenged that it's just easier to email you info and let you fill out the doc online.

Email me at:

tdrake31 "at" gmail "dot" com

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I echo Frank's comment that Bruce's post is spot on. But the real answer is when you combine Bruce's real world facts with Carl's post: "it's too much when you stop smiling". The two posts sum it up perfectly: is it a "business" equation or is it a labor and passion of love.

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Thanks, Bruce, for dumping that post.

If anyone has a better contact # for Pete, please ring him up and let him know we are thinking and asking about him.

TD

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To All, I called Pete and got his VM, so I'll let everyone know when I hear back from him. Regarding the post where Pete responded about "fishing", I went back and looked and it was an OLD thread from 2014. Evidently the posting party that "revived" the thread was "website fishing" and was marketing...

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Ah yes, Bob; that last picture is the money shot! Uncle Vic used to say: “There are few things that look better than the smooth, even wake of 31 Bertram at speed”!

Thanks for sharing....

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Hi Pete, I saw your post on Tony’s thread about Miami fishing opportunities, but I did not want to hijack his thread. So, you’ve been through the meat grinder (or I should say the bone grinder) multiple times now. I sure hope you are getting some relief from the pain and that your current knee repla...

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Jason,

I am VERY impressed with your "get it done" attitude. Your work is exceptional on both your marine and terrain projects; and a very impressive shop helper as well. Can't wait to see the performance #s when you splash your 31.

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GPS Map 742xs

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Great progress, Beach Bum; keep up the great work!

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Thanks for posting the pics, Carl; I'm still deficient in "Computer 101".

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Yes, what Tony said. Bertram 46.6 SF (Early Model; 1971 - 1987): LOA 46'6" / Beam 16' / Wt 44,900# Bertram 46 SF (1995 - ?): LOA 46'3" / Beam 15'1" / Wt 46,100# Bertram 46 Moppie / Express Model: (1993 - ?): LOA 46' )" / Beam 14'11" / Wt 42,000# Sean, I love the classic lines of the original B-46 SF...

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Rick, with the crazy prices of waterfront real estate, I agree that your idea of using a boat as a “floating condo” could make good sense. I looked at several older, but very clean, Hatteras double cabin motoryachts, 42’, with tired 6-53s, in the <$50K range; and identified reasonably priced slips f...

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Peter, to Carl's point, since your cable steering is working well, continue to enjoy the boat. At whatever point in time it starts giving you trouble, I would recommend spending the money for new hydraulic steering. I never got "steering creep" with my hydraulic system, and I had upper and lower sta...

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Congratulations Tavis,

The Patty May looks good at your place; now let the fun begin! You've got a solid boat that you are improving, so the money and time will be well-placed. What might be the new name?

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Amen, my friend!

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Carl, thanks for the update and clarification re; the opportunity for PayPal.

TD

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Charlie, thanks so much for reminding us of this opportunity to support the this site which Capt. Patrick founded back around 1999. We are fortunate that Pat's best friend, Bruce Creamer, has carried the burden (with the help of Mean Mike Ohlstein) of keeping Bertram31.com alive. When technology cha...

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David, I was able to open the picture of you in your truck. Did you get my email?

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Great video, Peter; thanks for sharing. Making memories with family and friends is a big part of the B-31 experience; keep up the good work!

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David, congratulations! I'm confident that you will be thrilled with the outcome of your repower. When I was contemplating my repower I talked to Mr. Mastrey at Mastrey Marine (Yanmar dealer) and he explained that the 4-LHA engine was designed "from the motor mounts up to be a marine engine", as opp...

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According to everything I've seen on the topic of fuel tanks, the changeover year to increase fuel capacity from 170 to 220 gallons (hence elevating the deck a few inches) was 1972. So early '72 boats would have been fitted with the 170s until the inventory ran out, and later '72 boats the 220s.

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Amberjack is right about the "springy" foredeck, so should not be a problem there.

Dick Bertram's Glass Moppie was the original fiberglass 31, and it was Hull # 101; so you own the 30th B-31 built. Congratulations!

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Hi John, It's great to see your name pop up. Hope all is well with you my friend!

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Great pice; thanks for sharing!

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Ricky, sounds like Whink Rust Stain Remover (Hydrofluoric acid).

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Steve, no advice on your Bahia question, but good to see you on board! You up north or down south at this time?

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You are a machine, Mickey; a very talented machine! Glad the weak spot on the transom radius came to light now as opposed to after she is all painted up. Keep up the great progress.

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Travis, I concur with the comments offered by the veterans above. I am in NC and would try to arrange to preview that boat for you if logistics allowed. I would have no problem with any year B-31 from ‘61 to ‘81 if it had been cared for and not butchered (there are even 25 1986 Silver Anniversary mo...

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Adam, Do not underestimate what Yannis said about using a professional respirator when ripping out old carpet (including wall carpet) on a boat. One of the regulars on this Board spent several weeks in the hospital with lung damage due to this very issue many years ago.

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What Mike and Tony said......

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Tony, it is my understanding that you are correct that when Bertram changed the fuel tank from 170 to 220 gallons that they picked up the volume by adding a few inches of height to the tank, and hence the cockpit deck. The changeover occurred during the model year 1972; meaning early ‘72 models woul...

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Doug, First of all, thank you for your military service to our country, and second, for your law enforcement service to your community. I am in the Beaufort area myself and will try to run you down tomorrow (Monday). The guys comments above are all spot on, so maybe we can eyeball some things togeth...

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