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Craig Mac

I don't have tabs----compared to a lot of boats that I have fished on---my boat runs very level--I don't see a need to get the bow down.

There may be a need for listing but don't think its worth it.

Craig Mac

Would love to see more pics---looks like first class work.

I have posted before---the first year of the 25 was offered with twin straight inboards like the 31----I have seen in ads and did see one example many many years ago.

Craig Mac

There is some good info on the blackfin site regarding repairing 29's with gas motors----these seem to be to options available---not sure the pricing: Three of them 420-475 hp range. One 375 hp. Gen 4 crusader 6.0 375 hp Small block Gen 4 PCM LSX 454 cid 475 hp Small block Gen 5 PCM 6.2 direct injec...

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Trace---where r u located? I know of one in Freeport, Long Island that has been on the hard for many years---I don't know if the owner is interested in selling?

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Has anyone come across a stylized drawing of a 31? Something that can be used as a logo or t-shirt? something like this--but for a 31 https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.macgregoryachts.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Fmacgregoryachts%2Fimages%2Flogo-macgregor.png&imgrefurl=https%3A%2F...

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Regarding the wider door----I am pretty sure the motor boxes that Cabrara sold with their decks had smaller (width) boxes to accommodate the inline diesels.

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I did not remove the bulkhead--but increased the window size to maximum and deleted the door------opened up the cabin and did not compromise the structure.

Craig Mac

When I was looking for a new carrier----GEICO refused me for the age of the boat----ended up going with New Hampshire-- they must have been bought by GEICO as they are now
my company.

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Not sure what I would select for power---my favorite is the twin small blocks inboards----but was very impressed how the interior was finished for this size boat---

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Very good resto from down under---the cap is little different on the Aussie built boats---but beautiful example

https://mansfieldmarine.com.au/mansfiel ... 9X-qUBYH5Q

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Thanks for the offer---I have seen your boat at Carver's in the past---haven't been to that part of Jersey in a while----I remember Robinsons had a nicely restored express cruiser and a 20-foot center console that was done by L & H.

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I have been chased out of Robinsons more than once trying to get a better look at a boat.

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Yes--black mold on the plastic casing.

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I was under the bridge this weekend and noted the wiring harness has a lot of mold----is there anything I could spray down with that won't be harmful to the

wiring?

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Not sure if you are rebuilding your rudder shelf--but if you can move the rudder port---I would suggest to offset so you can remove shaft without dropping the rudder.

Craig Mac

The 33 L & H was based on a stretched 30 Chris Craft hull.

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Mike---I thought it might be as well----I don't remember the history of the boat---but I think there were some issues------many years later --I hoped they resolved them.

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I am in process of redoing my panel as well-----original was 5/8 plywood covered in Formica-----lasted 43 years --can't complain.

Wanted to use a piano or soss hinge for the doors instead of a butt hinge---will probably need to go to 3/4.

Craig Mac

Joseph Fikentsche' s facebook page shows a twin inboard boat with v-drives and a single motor box.

In some early ads (1961?) they show a twin-engine straight shaft model with two separate motor boxes just like a 31.

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I have posted this before, perhaps some new members may know.

I have seen old ads (1961?) for 25's that show two configurations---twin I/O and twin straight inboards with motor boxes just like a 31.

I have come across one with the straight inboards----has anybody know of one?

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I would recommend Bossler & Sweezey in Bellport.

https://www.bosslerandsweezey.com/

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I found my boat in Brielle and it too had the added piece on the windshield------I am on my second replacement which I bought from Capt Pat which was the original design.

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There is an article in the new issue of IN THE BITE of Priceless------I can send it to somebody to post

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With gas motors----which are wider than the inline diesels ----don't think it's possible to access the oil pan for that drain----just did my oil change with the transfer pump----it is a PIA.

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The boat was customized by Jim Ray on Long Island-------http://www.jimraymarine.com-----he has done a few over the years.

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I was at this marina last summer and the owner did tell me Alec had a 31 and pointed to a boat that was covered to the waterline------did not see it but had a profile of a Bahia Mar----he told me he never had time to use it.

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No bow thruster or outboard kicker----just a picture that does not belong to the boat.

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looks like they posted a bad pic--those 6.2's look brand new

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East Hampton Marina has a nicely restored boat for sale----pics look really nice----I saw it on facebook and have no financial interest in this boat-----looks like a good deal for any lurkers.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/it ... 431477485/

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If I ever downsize to a small single boat my choices would be a 20 foot Bertram or a 23 Formula.

19 Donzi St Tropez and 20 Seacraft are other possibilities ----but still married to my 31 going on 32 years.

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Peter--I never found my tachs that accurate or the harmonics of the props may require a slight difference in rpm to attain that pleasing rhythmic sound. I sync mine by ear. I am sure the new computer controls and digital gauges of today's powerplants are far more reliable than my old school gas big ...

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http://bertram31.com/newbb/viewtopic.ph ... 133#p53133

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I am pretty sure Marlin's boat Wahoo had side exhaust.

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The first 31 we owned came with a above deck fish box that had a teak cover and a curved teak piece to fit the contour of the transom---I think it was listed as an option on the factory price list and may have been sourced from Pompenette----it has long been gone----but remember seeing other 31's wi...

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It seems that I have to paint my tiller arms every other year----they keep rusting on me----priced out some bronze (abt $400)---is there a coating that holds up better--epoxy?

Craig Mac

Thank you for the offer, but prefer to buy new.
Actually, I got my monies worth on my ICOM 125----20 + years!

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Need to replace my ICOM---any recommendations?

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Briancc---Not sure where you are located and if you are looking for a project or turn key boat.

FYI there are 2 Flybridge-V-Drive boats in Freeport NY that have been on the hard for many seasons---project boats for sure----

I don't know any details.

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I have been using warm water and sudsy ammonia in a 25% solution with good results----any scrubbing should be across the grain.

You can follow up with a second solution of 25% bleach if you want to brighten the teak.

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If that is an unmolested factory sportfish-----first one that I saw without a lower control station.

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Peter---try Taco----https://tacomarine.com/table-pedestals-2-

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Pitch sounds high-----but will differ to the diesel guys.

As mentioned in an earlier post----the blackfin website has compiled a worksheet of boats listing all relevant info --I think we should start one as well---I don't know how to post on this site but will forward to anyone that can.

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That was the name of my boat when we bought her-----bought it from Hoffmans

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Early Bird----I bought my bought in your area back in 1987----at the time I was told that the largest blue marlin for NJ was landed from it---took it with a grain of salt----any idea the name of the boat?

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Carl---actually the 1960 wood moppie (used as a plug for the production boat) had their engines amidship just like ours. Also, the 1961 fiberglass moppie was amidship--there were some race boats with the motors in the extreme aft position running v-drives---but believe this was an evolution to keep ...

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looks like you need to be a member on the blackfin site to see the chart----I can send a file to anyone that can post it here.

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I was on the Blackfin site and came across a performance data chart that was started---I think we should have one as well.

As usual ---I am not able to add the attachment--here is the address

http://www.blackfinforums.com/content/props-4

the chart was posted on March 29

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Bruce, what address should I use to send pics?

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I have Big Block gas motors and am looking for ideas on mounting coolers in a more accessible location as they are almost impossible to access. I gave up trying to post pics -----but I have some old ads for Seamasters and Daytona Motors with the coolers mounted on what looks like BW transmissions. H...

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I am pretty sure Marlin's boat was done at Palm Beach Towers.

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