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- Jan 4th, '16, 12:02
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Filthy Greasy Mess
- Replies: 22
- Views: 6859
Re: Filthy Greasy Mess
bob- to keep it from rolling away throw a couple bricks or broken cinder block in it, the oil absorbs really dont wick too much water even after a couple of months- like I said it keeps from getting that oily spot under the boat its better than nothing and still lets the boat drain freely .
- Jan 4th, '16, 09:13
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Filthy Greasy Mess
- Replies: 22
- Views: 6859
Re: Filthy Greasy Mess
I have a 5 gallon bucket with holes drilled in the sides all the way at the bottom, i put oil absorb towels in the bucket and place it under the drain. Its not perfect but it does manage to catch a lot
- Dec 28th, '15, 18:47
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: White Tornado
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6849
- Dec 28th, '15, 13:21
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: White Tornado
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6849
White Tornado
Courtesy of classicoffshore.com According to information received by Graham Stevens the Consentino /Balestrieri Bertram 31 designed by Russell Specht has surfaced in the States…apparently Balestrieri took White Tornado to the States in 1970 for a series of races including the Miami Nassau but then s...
- Nov 5th, '15, 17:18
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: News from Bertram
- Replies: 87
- Views: 30129
Re: News from Bertram
well there is a hull mold, so I cant see them going cold mold for the deck and other components.
Also showing with or without bulkhead forward of the engine boxes
2 large in deck storage boxes and transom baitwell
really does look like a stretch 31
Also showing with or without bulkhead forward of the engine boxes
2 large in deck storage boxes and transom baitwell
really does look like a stretch 31
- Oct 30th, '15, 16:06
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: News from Bertram
- Replies: 87
- Views: 30129
Re: News from Bertram
Pete- the layout I have seen shows flybridge, 3 helm seats. Different layouts maybe? If you didnt know better you think its a 31- thats how close it resembles the 31
makes sense with Bertram asking for a classic 31 to be at the show.
makes sense with Bertram asking for a classic 31 to be at the show.
- Oct 30th, '15, 09:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: News from Bertram
- Replies: 87
- Views: 30129
Re: News from Bertram
pete I have seen computer generated photos and line drawings including cabin layout. It looks just like a 31, but its a 35 very classical interior bob lico will love that its not all white gelcoat inside sounds more like they are going back to their roots hopefully the boat is a winner and sells and...
- Oct 29th, '15, 21:05
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: News from Bertram
- Replies: 87
- Views: 30129
Re: News from Bertram
35' version, first hull is being laid up this week!
- Oct 15th, '15, 18:12
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bertram Update
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8433
Re: Bertram Update
I got to see some computer renderings of the new 35 including interior, its a modern twist on the the 31 but has that classic look. Cant wait to see it hopefully its a winner.
If i get word that its ok to share ill post them up.
If i get word that its ok to share ill post them up.
- Feb 27th, '14, 20:21
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Battery cable extensions?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 665
- Feb 17th, '14, 16:35
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6472
Re: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
the metallic blue is chromabase, but it does have imron clear on it
- Feb 17th, '14, 14:42
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6472
Re: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
Bob there is also a light blue below the waterline, does that blister? Every painted boat has paint right to the waterline, they dont blister, but submerged all bets are off . If someone is offering him to refinish the bottom in awlgrip instead of anti-fouling I think he should go for it. Whats the ...
- Feb 17th, '14, 13:05
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6472
Re: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
When left submerged all year, like bob, it will usually blister where the light hits it.
It is not recommended that it be left submerged for extended periods of time
For his sea craft it would be perfect
It is not recommended that it be left submerged for extended periods of time
For his sea craft it would be perfect
- Feb 17th, '14, 11:35
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6472
Re: Another Paint Question- Awlgrip below waterline?
We have some imron on the bottom of boats since its inception From time to time i will see 20+ year old jobs that still look good. I have a customer who leaves his imron in All season, coming out every week or two for an afternoon and he puts it right back in. I wouldnt suggest that to someone at al...
- Nov 12th, '13, 07:02
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Coosa board
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3295
Re: Coosa board
I think the question is do you have to glass the coosa?
Yes you should, i would suggest glassing it after you have it cut and fitted but prior to glassing it into the boat. Use poly or vinyl for that.
You can then epoxy it into the boat
Yes you should, i would suggest glassing it after you have it cut and fitted but prior to glassing it into the boat. Use poly or vinyl for that.
You can then epoxy it into the boat
- Oct 9th, '13, 07:48
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bilge pumps
- Replies: 4
- Views: 954
Re: Bilge pumps
I no longer use Rule pumps, they aint what they used to be the new style rules do use a digital technology in place of a mechanical float style, but they rarely seem to last a year before I get a phone call from someone. Sure they warranty the pump but not my labor which I have to absorb I also use ...
- Oct 2nd, '13, 09:27
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hurricane Oil lamps
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1305
Re: Hurricane Oil lamps
Not sure how clean a used motor oil lantern would burn indoors, unless this is for a shop then disregard - but im sure you know what you want. I give the coleman duel fuel a 100% recommendation if its if its just emergency lighting those old style coleman lanterns use very little fuel, and its reall...
- Sep 24th, '13, 12:14
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Nice view
- Replies: 1
- Views: 529
Re: Nice view
Joe Z's boat, yes we painted it got a few bumps and bruises from Sandy but was lucky that the marina employees were there when it started to float out to sea and rescued it I have it at Karl's to do some touch ups before it heads out to Montauk where it will be staying from now on https://scontent-a...
- Aug 17th, '13, 11:46
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 25 question
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7955
Re: 25 question
take the bridge off and its such a cool boat, easy to trailer too
- Aug 1st, '13, 06:02
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My new to me generator
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1288
Re: My new to me generator
Extending the intake should really quiet it up,if its possible a pipe with an air cleaner on the end
- Jul 17th, '13, 14:27
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Awlgrip repair question
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5819
Re: Awlgrip repair question
there are better tapes, dont have to necessarily have a "hard line", 3M smooth transition tape ,3M DART tape, etc.
Im sure he is aware of them.
Im sure he is aware of them.
- Jul 16th, '13, 12:29
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Awlgrip repair question
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5819
Re: Awlgrip repair question
its possible to repair, and polish- but it takes away from its gloss in the long term, so its a catch 22
- Jun 11th, '13, 13:20
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Strut bearing replacement blues
- Replies: 55
- Views: 21291
Re: Strut bearing replacement blues
Dont feel bad, I have seen the hydraulic set up give "experienced" mechanics a hard time
- Jun 3rd, '13, 16:41
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: gel coat repairs
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6100
Re: gel coat repairs
I would use a quality reducing/patching product like CCP patchaid, in the appropriate temp rating for your environment. It is sold in different "speeds" for this purpose. Practice on one or two before going all out because the last thing you want is insufficient cure which turns into a paper cloggin...
- Jun 3rd, '13, 16:15
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Side steps
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1386
Re: Side steps
maybe some toggle bolts
- Jun 3rd, '13, 14:57
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: gel coat repairs
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6100
Re: gel coat repairs
used to thin gelcoat with acetone, spray with my eyes closed- never had to think about it. Talking hundreds if not thousands of gelcoat repairs. Now they have LVOC and HE gelcoats, armorcote, buff back, etc thin new gelcoats with acetone and watch the repairs turn pink in a year. I like to think I h...
- May 16th, '13, 12:16
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Roughed The Deck in 3/16 Aluminum diamond plate
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5557
Re: Roughed The Deck in 3/16 Aluminum diamond plate
it looks neat
but isnt that stuff a bit slippery when it gets wet and slimy? Looks like you will break your ass on it?
but isnt that stuff a bit slippery when it gets wet and slimy? Looks like you will break your ass on it?
- May 1st, '13, 17:32
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Teak Veneer Installation Question
- Replies: 40
- Views: 6156
Re: Teak Veneer Installation Question
PSA is what they glue the jet ski pads down with, always submerged in water and if you ever had to take Kawasaki pads off you would know the padding shreds before the glue lets go
Inside your boat its fine
Inside your boat its fine
- Apr 30th, '13, 19:07
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Teak Veneer Installation Question
- Replies: 40
- Views: 6156
Re: Teak Veneer Installation Question
Pretty sure i used Formica brand glue for formica-on formica, but you may want to check that first. if it doesnt work you haven't lost anything. Also used 3m PSA veneers and that bonds like iron to pretty much anything and you can get matching edge trim In a pinch i used that really thin double side...
- Apr 29th, '13, 16:58
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Time Until Issue vs New Fuel Tank
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1750
Re: Time Until Issue vs New Fuel Tank
Its just not worth it, you will have no peace of mind. If you have to get towed in it will be painfully obvious you made the wrong choice. If you ruin an engine it will hurt even more.
- Apr 23rd, '13, 18:03
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bertram 31 half mold
- Replies: 134
- Views: 48966
- Apr 23rd, '13, 11:09
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bertram 31 half mold
- Replies: 134
- Views: 48966
Re: Bertram 31 half mold
where has this mold been hiding? if there was a demand for these he would not be selling the mold. Im thinking if he had someone to still make them why NOT still make them and sell them for the $200 a piece he claims you can charge selling them? that mold will most likely need a good 3-5 hours of pr...
- Apr 22nd, '13, 14:12
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Raybo?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 761
Re: Raybo?
Is the pm system working?
I usually get email notifications of a new pm
I usually get email notifications of a new pm
- Mar 12th, '13, 13:37
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: hull color
- Replies: 55
- Views: 25907
Re: hull color
Okay, i'll bite. I really like the colour of my Baron Now if only I could remember the name of the colour.... http://i1068.photobucket.com/albums/u456/rocketsbertram/Rocketsship3generations.jpg close in an Imron color would be Shimmering Blue http://robx-7.nopistons.com/d/4954-2/cp+018.jpg http://r...
- Feb 19th, '13, 08:27
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Blisters
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4809
Re: Blisters
I would not use Formula 57, just for the fact that it does not have a good working time. You will only be able to mix what you can use in 10-15 minutes which is not enough time for the size of that job. A epoxy filler will give you enough time to get a larger amount of them filled. Done properly it ...
- Jan 22nd, '13, 09:39
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PARTS
- Replies: 2
- Views: 565
Re: PARTS
wow what happened to the boat?
- Dec 29th, '12, 00:16
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Curved windows on B31
- Replies: 24
- Views: 11299
Re: Curved windows on B31
Think i paid 400-450 for a pair locally, no shipping no fuss no muss
- Dec 5th, '12, 14:43
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Resin/F'Glass/Rebuild Question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1917
Re: Resin/F'Glass/Rebuild Question
we have thousands of poly repairs standing the test of time,transoms, stringers, decks, run aground damage etc.
its just as much about procedure as it is what materials you are using
its just as much about procedure as it is what materials you are using
- Oct 26th, '12, 17:44
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fuel Tank Removal Question
- Replies: 36
- Views: 12285
Re: Fuel Tank Removal Question
take a picture of the lid, it appears to be in poor shape from your picture first pic is after the tank was cup open, there had been no fuel in this tank for at least a month and it had already been washed out twice, notice the permeation through the laminate other pic show the lids May not have the...
- Oct 17th, '12, 16:01
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fuel Tank Removal Question
- Replies: 36
- Views: 12285
Re: Fuel Tank Removal Question
right- for 25-50 gallons no need but if you were wanting to set yourself up with a nice set up for future use the higher volume pump is not that much more money, besides its not like it turns it into a pressure washer of fuel it just works faster then a regular pump. I think I paid $50 for the "race...
- Oct 17th, '12, 10:42
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fuel Tank Removal Question
- Replies: 36
- Views: 12285
Re: Fuel Tank Removal Question
sim wrote:
Electric fuel pump works good for cheap too...but slow.
why you want to use a higher volume "race" pump
- Oct 17th, '12, 08:52
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Fuel Tank Removal Question
- Replies: 36
- Views: 12285
Re: Fuel Tank Removal Question
a cheap "racing fuel pump" from summit or ebay makes for quick work of draining fuel. Its a good "tool" to have and one everyone will want to borrow from you so keep it locked up! Mount it in a 5 gallon plastic bucket with a fuel separator to protect the pump, put a primer bulb on it and a generous ...
- Oct 3rd, '12, 17:34
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need Help Sand Blasting ?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2830
Re: Need Help Sand Blasting ?
3M does sell air cooled suits such as the versaflo, but its tough to beat the large fan behind you like Pat pictured.
That inferred scraper is pretty cool- will look into that
That inferred scraper is pretty cool- will look into that
- Oct 3rd, '12, 17:13
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Repower Question
- Replies: 48
- Views: 11725
Re: Another Repower Question
of course its cheaper to let someone else take the hit, but also keep in mind that when viewed in person most of these boats are not as appealing as they would seem in the ads. Maybe go and check a few out and see what you can REALLY get for your money.
- May 30th, '12, 10:07
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bertram shipping from NJ/NY help needed
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4600
- May 27th, '12, 18:50
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Uncle Vic Has Passed...
- Replies: 79
- Views: 75882
- May 21st, '12, 08:47
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: PITA
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4787
- May 13th, '12, 07:49
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Azmut 58 Sinks on the Long Island Sound
- Replies: 24
- Views: 7983
- May 9th, '12, 19:27
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Suprisingly good primer... Gert need't look
- Replies: 40
- Views: 8427
Where have i heard that before?bob lico wrote:As far as a waterproof dam or barrier along the engine hatch I will take t he original engine hatch put it in place and then cut. The rear perimeter about 2" high and permanently attach the cockpit sole.
Now to get you off this rolling gelcoat as a primer idea
- May 7th, '12, 06:59
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Suprisingly good primer... Gert need't look
- Replies: 40
- Views: 8427