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- Nov 28th, '23, 08:16
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
I hear you Peter, I troll alot and the ability to see what's ahead would be nice from the cockpit. One upside to the express configuration is it's just a step up to see. My last boat I had the canvas bimini top made tall with clear plastic so I had an unobstructed view. The canvas guy argued with me...
- Nov 28th, '23, 07:08
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
Hmm, that is an interesting thought over a V-berth configuration.
- Nov 27th, '23, 07:36
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 1968 Hatteras 34 project
- Replies: 792
- Views: 5234311
Re: 1968 Hatteras 34 project
May it be the 1st of many!
Well deserved! Your build was a tough one, but you made it through.
Thanks for sharing.
Carl
Well deserved! Your build was a tough one, but you made it through.
Thanks for sharing.
Carl
- Nov 27th, '23, 07:31
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Looks like a great ending to a good year! Boy I remember fishing in the winter with dad... shoveling the boat before going out. Pulling the anchor to move to another spot under the VZ bridge, sounds of the cars n trucks reverberating from under the bridge, seeing the Christmas lights on houses and a...
- Nov 25th, '23, 08:07
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
I love the Billfish! I’d take one of those over the CC, including the Valhalla. Unless I could have two boats or fishing / boating a different area. I like how we can decide which is more practical, a Cobra or Bugatti… lol. Friend / customer built a beautiful Cobra replica… the car was off the wall ...
- Nov 25th, '23, 07:53
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Shooter Resurrection
- Replies: 26
- Views: 17556
Re: Shooter Resurrection
Yannis, I understood your original question and decided to be a pain answering from another direction. Kinda like I want to say “put on a 28”. Well that would be a pair of the OXO 300 hp diesel outboards. They would go on… go in, that I have little idea. I would think one of the motors similar to yo...
- Nov 24th, '23, 08:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Shooter Resurrection
- Replies: 26
- Views: 17556
Re: Shooter Resurrection
If altering the boat from stock is not an option for more hp, how about altering the motor to gain more hp. Not my thing to squeeze more out of a diesel as I believe it goes against what I think a diesel should be, but I believe it can be done. Pump n injectors modified to push in more fuel, maybe c...
- Nov 23rd, '23, 14:31
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Happy Thanksgiving
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3763
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours…to those friends outside the Thanksgiving arena..,I give thank to you for being part of our sandbox.
Carl
Carl
- Nov 23rd, '23, 09:17
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
Peter, That Valhalla is a gorgeous boat and a beast, it’s remarkable how beautiful a boat it is. But I think I still like the one you just repowered better. Leaving money out of the equation, if I could only have one boat of the two, it would be my 31, or my 31 with Peters new power. I admire the V...
- Nov 23rd, '23, 08:46
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
franzmerenda wrote: ↑Nov 23rd, '23, 02:26
These days, to make boat dreams come true with money, a pile is not enough; you'd need an Everest of Benjamins.
francesco
Very true, a stack of money does not go as far as it used to.
- Nov 22nd, '23, 20:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
No no no…
I opened link without my reading glasses expecting to C 8 Striped Bass. AND U gave us the 4 letter S WorD. That’s just wrong.
I opened link without my reading glasses expecting to C 8 Striped Bass. AND U gave us the 4 letter S WorD. That’s just wrong.
- Nov 22nd, '23, 20:54
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
If I had to choose from a big CC I’d go with the Valhalla….but I don’t so I won’t. Diesel outboards,..I’ve seen’em, yup a cool factor. I’m still not sold on hanging 50k motor or 2 a couple inches off the water, salt water at that. Super small light high power diesel…I’m not feeling it. That said, if...
- Nov 22nd, '23, 18:04
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
I have to imagine that as horsepower goes up the service life of these motors goes down. 627 HP is a lot of punch to squeeze into an OB cowling. Maybe measured in 100’s of hours instead of 1,000’s. It is only money and outboards, have a problem unbolt and install a new one n done. Oh, except there ...
- Nov 22nd, '23, 17:48
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
- Nov 22nd, '23, 12:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
I've been meaning to give that stuff a try for years. I'll have to be on the lookout for it again. Thanks
- Nov 22nd, '23, 11:48
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
Francesco, Congratulations on your purchase of the Best Boat Ever Built! I love the open layout your dreaming of. Removing that forward ledge into V-berth opens the place up. The frames you may be dreaming awhile as those I believe are not stock Bertram Frames. But you never know, someone may have p...
- Nov 22nd, '23, 09:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
curved corners that I replaced about 20 years ago and have been zealously protecting ever since. I kick myself, the former steward had a line on a place that had made the curved panels when I bought the boat. By the time I got around to thinking about replacing the company closed up. And my two bit...
- Nov 21st, '23, 11:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
And to 625hp outboards. I had no idea folks were producing outboards that large. I need to be less oblivious. Sorry, my bad 627hp outboards https://www.yachtworld.com/research/powerful-outboard-engine-ever-seven-marine-627/ . . Yep, different strokes for different folks. I don’t begrudge anyone how...
- Nov 21st, '23, 09:14
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Eastwind 2022
- Replies: 243
- Views: 3478288
Re: Eastwind 2022
...36 knots is one helluva breeze.
- Nov 21st, '23, 09:12
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Shooter Resurrection
- Replies: 26
- Views: 17556
Re: Shooter Resurrection
Carl, You cannot imagine what the opening lower part of the 28 front windows can do for you! I have a well-designed boat, the 31 Bertram. On the 31 both front windows can be opened, along with the sides, not just some small lower portion. As they say "Do it right or don't do it at all". lol...it's ...
- Nov 20th, '23, 21:25
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Re: Cigarette N A Six Pack
I fully understand the allure of high performance boats, but 6 outboard to push a 52’ Center Console style boat 80 mph is a big, ok cool, but why. Yes they are fast, but not race boat fast. I like open boats, but 50’ of open is absurd. Cabin is sharp, but I guess built to impress. I am impressed, bu...
- Nov 20th, '23, 12:55
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
Francesco Don't lurk, get involved to keep this sandbox going. It is of little help if the same people with the same ideas trade them back n forth. Fresh ideas and opinions are always needed in my opinion. So outside the US, well that's not great for us to put a package deal together...lol. Then aga...
- Nov 20th, '23, 10:39
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Eastwind 2022
- Replies: 243
- Views: 3478288
Re: Eastwind 2022
Very Nice Peter, very Nice! Scooting along at that clip will be great and I know will keep you happy. What will be even better is knowing the boat is capable of making the trip to your destination and back without problems. And that is coming from someone who had reliable motors, the ethanol years a...
- Nov 20th, '23, 07:48
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Shooter Resurrection
- Replies: 26
- Views: 17556
Re: Shooter Resurrection
Not sure if practical, . It's a boat, what does practical have to do with it...lol. I do understand your point Yannis, the design is not conducive to live aboard for extended periods. That said the standard 31 layout is not a comfy boat to hang out on when the weather is not conducive to being outs...
- Nov 20th, '23, 07:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Cigarette N A Six Pack
- Replies: 31
- Views: 23967
Cigarette N A Six Pack
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8rOs8V7_ys
It looks great, its sharp, I'd love to have, N run for a couple of hours...then I'm not sure what I'd do with it, aside from filling it up at the Gas dock. Hmmm..maybe let the next owner do that.
It looks great, its sharp, I'd love to have, N run for a couple of hours...then I'm not sure what I'd do with it, aside from filling it up at the Gas dock. Hmmm..maybe let the next owner do that.
- Nov 19th, '23, 22:11
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Losing coolant Yanmar 6lpa-stp
- Replies: 36
- Views: 23460
Re: Losing coolant Yanmar 6lpa-stp
Nice job, now get out and enjoy her.
- Nov 19th, '23, 22:07
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Shooter Resurrection
- Replies: 26
- Views: 17556
Re: Shooter Resurrection
The interior layout is spectacular, really opens up and modernizes the look with classic appeal.
Seems to raise fish too
Seems to raise fish too
- Nov 18th, '23, 11:09
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Darn… I walked the dog n it was real nice out, water was flat. Oh well
- Nov 18th, '23, 09:31
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Lol, I heard yesterday about the bluefin. Of course it was sunny n I was going to the boat to winterize. It would only take a few minutes to launch her…. But I’d have to bring stuff back to boat, renew permit, catch bait…. I’d be today by the time I was ready. And I’m kinda happy it is cold n dreary...
- Nov 18th, '23, 09:19
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
IF- If you’re ok using Polycarbonate (Lexan, Makralon) changing the side windows is not difficult and allows you to slide them open. 1- buy the polycarbonate 2- remove old glass being careful TO CRACK IT. It’s tough double glass with plastic sheet between so it takes a lot to break it and remove. I ...
- Nov 17th, '23, 11:03
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
Mr Elements- Removing the entire frame is my thought as well. The frame will need more attention than making the panels in my opinion. I have a feeling that once removed it may be easier to fabricate new frames...and I know that IS NOT going to be easy. I think this, as I welded and ground a frame y...
- Nov 17th, '23, 08:47
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved Windows - Again
- Replies: 50
- Views: 149685
Re: Curved Windows - Again
Funny- I saw this post this morning thinking someone got back to me about the curved windows. I emailed Lookout and Procurve Glass Design about the curved windows last night before leaving work. I have a feeling this is my winter project... I'd like to see pricing for a set of curved windows compare...
- Nov 16th, '23, 15:23
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Ughh, going through withdrawal. I may have to put the boat back in, the weather is sunny n warm and I have the urge.
Maybe I'll go fish off the dock...
Maybe I'll go fish off the dock...
- Nov 14th, '23, 08:39
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Nice fish Jason! Good way to end a season and kids look like they are enjoying. I don't mind barefoot...but at these temps my feet are cringing just thinking about it. Although it did warm up and lay down around noon on Sunday, it was a bit sporty in the early morning...but I'm still sure it was bar...
- Nov 14th, '23, 08:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Eastwind 2022
- Replies: 243
- Views: 3478288
Re: Eastwind 2022
Peter- I think you're talking about a hole shot. The boat is at planning speed almost instantly as you throttle up. You now have Big Wheels and tons of torque to turn them almost instantly on your boat. You're getting to speed and on plane before the boat has a chance to squat. Heck, your 370 motors...
- Nov 13th, '23, 11:59
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
So that's it, another season has come to a close for The Boat. I hauled her 7am Saturday, power washed the bottom, found her a good spot in the yard to spend the winter, pulled some stuff off, and even remembered to remove the bait from the freezer. The Boat came out Saturday as I was done with the ...
- Nov 10th, '23, 07:39
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Eastwind 2022
- Replies: 243
- Views: 3478288
Re: Eastwind 2022
Was that the Eastwind that just blew by... Stellar performance, you'll be grinning from ear to ear for a long time! Congratulations on getting Eastwind to burn diesel, it was a long long road! Boating is so much nicer when you know the boats going to run...and boy does yours RUN! Maybe you should ch...
- Nov 7th, '23, 09:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
I thought we were just talking about storage for poles in semi-use. When I first bought the boat it took a trip or two to realize the former steward had no pole holders to speak of. For an avid fisherman, I was a little taken aback. He had the two big Lees, one on each side, the fighting chair had a...
- Nov 6th, '23, 16:24
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
I have a pair of poly triple verticle pole holders just inside the side cowls. Poles fit just outside the tower, or a net can go there as well as knife, brush, and hook remover. I utilize those the most as it is easily reachable and out of the way. On the tower I have a few holders, but I need to st...
- Nov 6th, '23, 14:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
- Nov 6th, '23, 14:47
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Nice looking Bertrams, and looks and sounds like it was a great day on the water. LOL, mine passes as OK at 50' or better. Jasons boat kept looking better and better the closer I got to it. He really did a fantastic job on that boat, it's a real looker. His numbers say it's a great performer too!
- Nov 6th, '23, 09:54
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 11/5 Exploring Wicket's Island
- Replies: 1
- Views: 7623
Re: 11/5 Exploring Wicket's Island
Taking the boat to go explore an island, that's cool!
We have two man-made islands here, but they are off-limits to the public. The old quarantine islands from days gone by, Hoffman and Swinburne Islands. Today it's a bird sanctuary.
We have two man-made islands here, but they are off-limits to the public. The old quarantine islands from days gone by, Hoffman and Swinburne Islands. Today it's a bird sanctuary.
- Nov 6th, '23, 09:22
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bass fishing
- Replies: 59
- Views: 371026
Re: Bass fishing
Jason- Glad you finally made it happen, a mini Bertram rendevous in the Raritan. It figures this was the only day over the weekend I didn't bring someone else to see your boat and my pictures do not do her justice. Your boat looks amazing! The kids must have had a blast catching some nice-sized fish...
- Nov 2nd, '23, 11:49
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
- Replies: 25
- Views: 22237
- Nov 2nd, '23, 06:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
- Replies: 25
- Views: 22237
Re: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
Wow!
Peter, I'd imagine that is a double-edged sword, tough being so far but so proud she followed her path.
Peter, I'd imagine that is a double-edged sword, tough being so far but so proud she followed her path.
- Nov 1st, '23, 17:11
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
- Replies: 25
- Views: 22237
Re: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
Oops, I read that too fast Peter, for a second I thought you took a quick trip with the boat to Helsinki. How did your daughter and family come to live there? Or were you the transplant to the US? In this area I think many did not rack up the hours of past seasons. Glad to hear you’re getting the bo...
- Nov 1st, '23, 12:15
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
- Replies: 25
- Views: 22237
Re: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
I'm not a fan of the cold anymore. Had to go out fishing yesterday, trying to tie knots in braid with cramped hands and no feeling in my fingers was far from fun. But I had to do what I had to do...so I did. I thought I'd try jigging for the bass as it's something I really never do and since the fis...
- Oct 31st, '23, 08:06
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
- Replies: 25
- Views: 22237
Re: Rain in the Forecast for the weekend
Friday was a shorts, but bring a jacket day. Saturday was a Shorts n T-shirt day. Great afternoon fishing, even caught a keeper! We went over to the Tiki-Bar for a nice outside dinner on the water, full moon and not a breeze. I almost wanted...no I did want to go back out fishing after. Would have b...
- Oct 30th, '23, 09:04
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 10/27 - not a hero
- Replies: 14
- Views: 15514
Re: 10/27 - not a hero
Seems like an awful lot of water to be had by condensation.
Getting bad gas is possible, especially from mom-and-pop places. That would be the easiest fix of all.
Getting bad gas is possible, especially from mom-and-pop places. That would be the easiest fix of all.
- Oct 30th, '23, 07:05
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hatteras Hull #1
- Replies: 6
- Views: 10150
Re: Hatteras Hull #1
Interesting how the boat was designed with being used for military use…then again I believe the same was true with the 31’s. I wrote that wrong...the boats were considered and used to some degree by the military. They just did a keel up restoration, New Cat C7.1 engines, complete tower and interior...