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jackryan

Hey John, Thanks for that update. I guess they were planning on selling or shutting down the whole operation and the now decided to focus on the 24 to 40' boats instead of completely shutting down or selling. Sounds like the remaining jobs will be in Tenn. Hopefully some of them will stay in Florida...

jackryan

I hadn't heard that Searay was pulling out of the big boat market. I ran a quick search on Searay, and it appears they changed their minds on that. Here's a link to the article published a few weeks ago: https://www.knoxnews.com/story/money/business/2018/06/26/brunswick-corporation-not-sell-sea-ray-...

jackryan

I came across this add on CraigsList today:

https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/mnu/d/ ... 98880.html

They must be getting some orders for the 35 if they are hiring.

JR

jackryan

Guys, As usual, amazing about of knowledge here. Tony, I hadn't seen the deflector that you are talking about. I think the previous owner of my boat was trying to create a windshield that would deflect more spray and wind than the original. He succeeded, but I like the way the original one looks--I ...

jackryan

Thanks for the responses guys, I sent an email to American Marine Windows and Doors and am waiting for a reply. I currently have a large inverse angle windscreen on the boat (the plexiglas is old and cracking), so I don't have a templet to bring a fabricator to make a new one. I do like the function...

jackryan

I need the small windshield/windscreen that sits on the top edge of the flybridge. I think Capt. Patrick used to make them--I found this article in the archives of the old B31 site: http://www.bertram31.com/parts/windshield2.htm I checked the High Tide Marine website and didn't see them advertised t...

jackryan

Great Stuff, I'll leave the injectors to the experts. Also, thanks for the article on using a boost guage to test the turbo's!

jackryan

I've never had the injectors cleaned, so I guess I will start with the injectors and filters and go from there. How hard would it be to remove the injectors and clean them myself? I do oil, impeller and filter changes, but this chore may be best left to the experts? If thats not the problem, I will ...

jackryan

I think I'll start with the injectors and filters first and see how the engines operate after that. If they are still smoking and accelerating slow, I'll move on to the turbochargers. I need to have the injectors cleaned anyway.

JR

jackryan

Thanks for all of the feedback. Yannnis, thats amazing that you have the same engine, year and hours! Where did you discover the biodiesel goo? Was it in the turbo's? Also, what are beks? Are they a component of the turbocharger? Is there a way to evaluate the turbo's? My brother and I cleaned the t...

jackryan

Anthony, I've stayed with the same wheels all along, so that should be a constant. I would hate to pay for new turbo's and find out that's not the problem. If my turbo's were currently bad, would the engine still operate completely normally when I run them up in neutral at the dock (I can hear the t...

jackryan

Thanks for the responses. I am far from an engine expert, but the turbo's sound like they are spooling up normally. To me, it's strange that they spool up immediately and with no smoke to 3300-3400 rpm at the dock in neutral. Also, they sound and run perfectly, with little smoke at 3300-3400 rpm onc...

jackryan

I'm pretty sure its both engines. I've done a turbo wash and have kept the turbo filters clean. I haven't made any deck modifications and the air flow should be the same as it always has.

JR

jackryan

Guy's I have a few questions about my 4LHA-STP's. Decoy is a 31' Flybridge with 240 HP 4 LHA-STP's. Except for changing the impellers, I love these engines. Great fit and power for a 31' Bertram. I've been having issues with the engines recently when I first push the power forward from idle to get t...

jackryan

Where can the larger rudders be purchased?

jackryan

This may have already been posted here, but I just came across this video of the 31 Bertram renovated by McDougal:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaUOPrTUUFA

John

jackryan

Thanks so much for the amazing response guys and I know how much her father and family appreciate your support!! This is a great way to support her family and remember Gina.

John

jackryan

Guy's, A fellow pilot and friend of mine lost his 14 year old daughter, Gina Montalto, in the recent shooting rampage in Florida. She was a very talented beautiful kid, and was taken way too young. The family has started a Memorial Scholarship in her name. Consider donating if you can. Thanks!! John...

jackryan

I'm having trouble navigating to the site with the link. IT takes me to the go daddy website.

jackryan

Pete,

That's great stuff, thanks!! Has anyone here used Coosa board to fabricate their deck, and if so, what thickness would your recommend? Pete, do you have any pictures of your project?

JR

jackryan

I just took a look at their site. Interesting that they say their hull is lighter and 10x stronger.

JR

jackryan

John,

I have the same issue on my bulkhead between the helm and the v-berth area. I was thinking about attacking that soon as well. I was considering using coosa board covered with fiberglass so I don't have to worry about rot again. Has anyone out there used coosa for this application?

JR

jackryan

This looks pretty similar to the Bertram 31' Sportfish model.

https://neworleans.craigslist.org/boa/6069715750.html

jackryan

I don't know anything about this boat, but just came across the add in New Orleans Craigslist:

https://neworleans.craigslist.org/boa/6056486677.html

jackryan

Ed,

Can you share info/pictures on how to remove and replace the old window channels.

Thanks,

JR

jackryan

Guys,

Thanks for the responses. I had a mechanic take a look at them yesterday. Exactly as you guys said, there were a few barnacles and the shaft was touching the tubes due to being on the hard. As always, great advice and insight.

Many Thanks!!

JR

jackryan

I'm supposed to splash her this afternoon, but wanted to address the dripless shaft seal issue with the yard before I do. My brother thinks there is a chance that it's normal that you hear a grinding sound from the dripless when out of the water because there is no water to lubricate it. Its not a p...

jackryan

The old lady is looking pretty good. This pic is right after the haul out. Since then I've (with some help from my brothers) painted the bottom, wet sanded, compounded, polished, waxed the exterior gel coat, sanded the rub rail and torn out the entire convertible dinette area. I have a leak from the...

jackryan

I have my 1978 31 Flybridge on the hard for a bottom job and general maintenance. I can spin the prop with my hand, but it does not spin easily, and it makes a grinding noise at the dripless shaft seal. I know that the dripless is lubricated with water, and since the boat is out of the water, the dr...

jackryan

Thanks for the responses on the windscreen. I went to the old bertram31.com location and found some information on replacement wind screens that I think were available from Capt. Patrick. I'll see if I can post a link to the pics of the new wind screens.

JR

jackryan

The previous owner of my 31 Sportfish removed the small original windscreen (windshield?) on top of the flybridge and put a large, kinda goofy looking wind screen in it's place. It is functional, but I'm thinking about removing it and replacing with the original wind screen. Does someone manufacture...

jackryan

Kevin,

Welcome home. Where were you and is your boat a 31 Bertram? Love to see some pics of your boating overseas.

Best of luck with the import broker!

JR

jackryan

Bob,

Do you have any pictures and explanation of how you made the kill boxes?

Thanks,

JR

jackryan

I am personally pumped to see the new offering from Bertram. Glad to finally see a builder going back to a proven, classic design. They have chosen an impressive designer and capable builder to produce their first boats. I think most of us on this forum agree that this is so much better than the go ...

jackryan

They have some beautiful products. I would love to buy their full deck, engine boxes and live well for my boat. Any of the faithful have experience installing their parts? Are they relatively easy to install, or do they require a lot of "shoe horning" to install?

JR

jackryan

Be great to see some pictures of the static display 31's at the show.

JR

jackryan

Bertram sent me an email today with a rendition of their new 35' boat. Looks like they are finally getting back to their roots. Pretty much looks like a larger version of the 31'. Great move by Bertram. Best thing they've done in years. Can't wait to see this boat in person. Any guesses as to what t...

jackryan

As far as I know, there has never been any ethanol or bio diesel in the boat. I've been changing the engine filter every 100 hours and the racor's about every 50 hours. I still have the original fiberglass tank in the boat. The inside of that filter housing has me stumped. I'm almost thinking that i...

jackryan

Bob,

What a beauty! Congrats. Love to see some interior shots if you have them.

JR

jackryan

Marlin,

Love the Margaritavitch:

http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/2003/Ry ... gSt5Onn0wg

She's a well kept beauty. I've loved Rybovich for many years. Their boats are amazing!

JR

jackryan

Here are some 31's near Lauderdale that would represent well. They are all for sale, so they might be able to find some prospects if they place their boats @ the Bertram exhibit: http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1986/Bertram-31-Flybridge-Cruiser-2834884/Miami/FL/United-States#.VgSrROnn0wg http://www....

jackryan

On a better note, here's a picture of Jack's 9th birthday party on the boat last week and tarpon fishing on Lake Pontchartrain the next day.

jackryan

Here's a pic of the inside of the fuel filter housing. Any guesses as to what is coating the filter housing? It's not slimy-it's some kind of hard scale that's tough to scrape off:

jackryan

Here's a photo of the air filter. Ouch!

jackryan

My brother went out to the boat to check the air filters and he found that they were extremely dirty. I'm hoping that was part of the problem. I'm guessing the dirty air filters along with the dirty bottom and running gear may have combined to cause the smoking and slow acceleration. I'm going to or...

jackryan

Bill, Great stuff, thanks. As for my filtration, I have Racor system. I change the filters religiously. (I think the filters are 10 microns). The second stage fuel filters are the ones on the engines. I believe those are 5 micron. I'll check the microns and post them here next time I'm on the boat. ...

jackryan

Thanks for the responses. Thr scale on the filter housing and through bolt is not the slimy stuff-it's black and hard to scrape off. I've tried to buy new housings, but I'm having issues with the local parts distributor. I'll check the air filter, but on this model, the air filter is just a small, s...

jackryan

I have a 1978 31' Flybridge with a pair of 240HP Yanmar 4LHA-STP's with just over 500 hours. The engines are 2004 model year. Great (if not one of the best) engine packages for the 31 Bertram. I need some help diagnosing an issue I have recently started to encounter with my Yanmars. The engines run ...

jackryan

Marlin, Thanks for the info.

Bob, Resolute is a work of art! I love the cover boards.

JR

jackryan

What are the properties of Ultra Leather? I'm guessing it looks and feels like leather, but lasts longer and is easier to clean??

JR

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