38 Holand by ranjr13 Dec 30th, '15, 11:20, Post by bob lico Dec 30th, '15, 22:42, Post The tower is anchored by stanchions of three-foot custom aluminum tubing and provides seating for two. What I meant by the comment of a west coast rail package is I have noticed the railing on several different Bertrams and I preferred the higher railing that comes further back towards the cockpit. Works really well. When I put my hand on the joystick, it took a minutebut I got it. 31 Bay Head I wanted to find a good rebuild shop for the long blocks. 35 Ocean Decision was made to totally gut the area due to a lot more rot than first pass review. Actually I rarely use the remote. With the 31 Bertram, you also eliminate all that used greasy bilge under the tank that is always a mess to deal with. A Bertram 35 Moppie owner repowers his classic craft with Volvo Penta IPS diesels. I used to own a 35 bert. Unbelievable original condition. Tony did some really nice things on that boat. I will place on your trailer for transport. Any comments on one versus the other. I cruise at 2400rpms (23-24 knots) and top out at 2900rpms (29-30 knots). by Harv Sep 22nd, '08, 21:51, Post Ive always gone with foot switches and if properly placed I think they work very well but Im always open to options that do not include drilling more holes in the boat. Bill, What windlass remote setup do you have or use? The 3 gas fires were all fuel related. But a 32K cruise was easy, but always weather dependent. #1. The 220A gear has a 10 degree down angle and would not fit. by Carl Sep 27th, '08, 09:07, Post I assumed a small amount of gas ignited, burned and then went out. "I'm 54, so I'm a little old-school," he stated in a press release. by Dug Sep 23rd, '08, 08:06, Post Tremendous is our 1986 Bertram 38 Special. For the time being our 454's are running and I plan to keep them that way. Thus if they do go a season or two, I'd be ahead of the game. if I go this route of a 31 with gassers I will intend to repower not long after. by scot May 17th, '16, 22:05, Post The owner of a vintage Bertram converts his power package to Volvo Penta IPS. The 31 Bertram began the deep v revolution, in many ways paving the way for offshore fishing to gain popularity. When I disassembled my 25 I discovered there had been a small fire under the fuel tank, in the bilge. Regarding my engines I purchased her with the 330Bs. Will try to get a season or two out of them, then re-power. Repower and head to the Bahamas. but now have lowered my speed because of the price of fuel as many others have done. Further modifications include a custom hardtop with several handholds, LED overhead lighting extended to ends of engine boxes and a custom safety raft mount on top below the marlin tower floor. Copyright Boats-from-USA.com 2023. The one thing not mentioned is the flexibility of the shafts. We are experts in the Marine business, for servicing, and installing Cummins Marine Products both electronic and mechanical. I have it set up to be wired to a switch on the bridge and then a wireless system if you want to control from the bow. I have 60 feet of chain followed by 340 ft. of rode. Once we clear this hurdle, I will have to evaluate what accessories and cosmetic issues to address. The intended use of my boat is sport fishing Southern California Islands and occasional dive trips. by captbone May 18th, '16, 08:04, Post Two of the diesels were electrical related, the other was an over heated exhaust that caught the intallation on fire prior to burning the boat. 46 Bertram I'm running ZF220a 1.5:1's with 21X22 Mich Nibral DJX (#5 cup) on inch and 3/8's shafts. Cloudman . 4 1/2 years to build, Slashed Sept 16, 2016. Unquestionably, the chief attribute of any Bertram 31 is her legendary deep-V bull design. I have Hurth HSW630A 2.0:1 transmissions and 1 3/8" shafts with 1823 nib ram props with a 060 cup.. when it come to personal opinion i have one in my boat as generator (MASE) my corp has four small 3000 watt portable generators but they are all L-9 motors same as john deere small tractors absolutely nothing to do with using a Toyota land cruiser engine marinize in a 31 Bertram.they have abandon there stp 315 hp completely as a matter of fact you could hold a complete cylinder head as a ransom actually worth as much as the rest of the entire motor due to customers with a engine that went down due to a drop valve will pay big bucks to get there boat back in water. pattick building tips;glass shaft logs,enlarged rudders and true up the strakes , a real bottom job with you actually reblocking beteen coats of interlux.the finesh job adding the 10,000 to the above and the recon cummins 315hp will exceed the yanmar6lpa-stp installation without the above changes.--trust me. You must be logged in to reply to this topic. by Joe E May 17th, '16, 20:59, Post My parameters for evaluating a refit lie at the intersection of three pieces of the puzzle: 1) Vision and good taste. I would recommend bringing it all the way back. You will see the results if you read through his threads. by dougl33 Sep 23rd, '08, 08:08, Post by capy Sep 23rd, '08, 07:52, Post They are making excellent progress and have really cleaned up the under deck area and engine compartments. with 3208 cats and broke the 1 3/8 shaft. Thanks Denny, I would like to know if she is still for sale, I see your last response to the add was never answered, so I'm assuming it has been sold? So, she must hold real close to 250 gallons. We seatrialed with 5 fat guys on board and the engines still made 3450 on the calibrated tachs. I have attached some pictures of the boat and hauling it out and getting it over to Seaboard Marine. and generally it only happens when your offshore.all repowering of 31bertram to 315hp diesel you MUST change to capt. by bob lico Jun 14th, '16, 12:33, Post Quick links. 212 hours already and counting. by Hyena Love Sep 26th, '08, 13:31, Post The refrigerator has been replaced and all new cushions complete with overhead rod racks. by scot Sep 23rd, '08, 22:57, Post Three years ago I rebuilt/repowered a 25 ft Terry Jason (Calvin Beal design) lobster boat. Participant Vessel Name: Patriot Engines: QSB 5.9 Location: Oxnard Country: United States I purchased a Bertram 31 FBC mid last year following multiple years of looking at various fishing boats. Here's a heap of fit out, including fibreglass work, painting and what we thought was a massive disaster! Re: Bertram 31 / Yanmar 300 hp Repower From: ramille@banet.net Date: 4/5/99 Remote Name: 206.154.74.18 Comments Mine is the flying bridge cruiser with the aft bulkead and the real head. 28 Baha My current B31--Crows Nest--has 8.2 Detroit Diesels. Everyone, everywhere in our world knows the 31 Bertram. My goal is to have this boat fishing before I retire and done in a manner that with proper care and maintenance (learning this from this site), I will have a great, reliable fishing platform for 20+ years. I had heard a number of stories about failed rebuilt long blocks from the major rebuilders. Post by scenarioL113 Mon Jun 28, . Both will need roughly a 20" diameter wheel. Urbandale: DM - I-35/80 @ Meredith Dr (57) Saylor: DM - I-35 @ Corporate Woods DMS (37) Cedar Rapids: CR - I-380 @ 8th St NE (11) Pleasant Hill: DM - University Ave @ Hickory (46) Beverly Depot: CR - US 30 @ Williams Blvd SW (24) Council Bluffs: CB - 23rd Avenue . 28792 | TEL: 305-743-0269 | FAX: Weve been serving local Ventura County, California since 1980 as a custom boat builder, repower specialist, designer, and supplier of equipment to builders, commercial fishermen, and recreational users. Ralph *** ***. my 2 cents. Board index. A Classic 49-Year-Old Ribside Whaler is Given New Life. This boat needs nothing but updating. 36 Tiara Outriggers I have no problem if they need to be rebuilt either or "freshened up". An iconic 31 Bertram with a recent refit and repower. Rod Holders 11.5, ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 for 45A, 63/68A, 63/68IV, ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 for 80A, 85A, 85IV, ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#4 for 45A, 63/68A, 63/68IV (Volvo D4/D6), ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 for ZF 220A, ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 ZF 220(PL) & IRM280 (Old Style), ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 CAT Engine for ZF 220A, ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 for ZF 280A/IV, ZF Transmission Adapter Plate SAE#3 for ZF 285A/IV & ZF 286A/IV, Transmission Adapter Plate to Bellhousing Bolt Hardware Kit, SMX Transmission Spacer for Borg Warner Velvet Drive, ZF Marine Mechanical ATF Series Shift & Troll Valve, ZF Marine Electronic ATF Series Shift & Troll Valve, ZF Marine Electric EB15 Shift Valve with Trolling Valve, ZF Marine Mechanical Trolling Valve (ZF 280+), ZF 220/A Marine Mechanical Trolling Valve Kit, ZF ATF 63 A/IV 85 A/IV Electronic Progressive Shift Solenoid, ZF ATF 63 68 A/IV 80 85 A/IV Electronic Shift Solenoid, ZF EB15 Electronic Shift Solenoid (TROLL), ZF EB30/31 Electronic Shift Solenoid Coil, ZF ATF 63 A/IV 85 A/IV Electronic Troll Valve Coil, ZF Electronic Shift Solenoid Wire Plug/Cap, SMX Marine Transmission Drop in Screen Filter 45/63/68/80/85 A/IV Series ATF, Fleetguard LF701 Lube Filter for ZF Gears, Genuine ZF Marine Oil Filter Transmission (3213308019), ZF Marine 25A, 45A, 63A/IV, 80A/IV Input Shaft Seal, ZF Marine 63IV Inner (Small) Output Shaft Seal, ZF Marine 63IV Outer (Large) Output Shaft Seal, ZF Marine 80IV/85IV Inner (Small) Output Shaft Seal, ZF Marine 80IV/85IV Outer (Large) Output Shaft Seal, ZF 63A/IV 68A/IV 80A 85A SMX Marine Transmission Mounting Brackets, ZF 85IV SMX Marine Transmission Mounting Brackets, ZF 220A SMX Marine Transmission Mounting Brackets, ZF 280A ZF 280-1 ZF 220PL SMX Marine Transmission Mounting Brackets, ZF Marine 220 / 220A Replacement Oil Pump, ZF Marine 286A / 286IV Replacement Oil Pump, Split Hub Propeller Shaft Coupling Kit (ZF 63/68 A/IV, Velvet Drive), Split Hub Propeller Shaft Coupling Kit (ZF 220 A/V/IV), Split Hub Propeller Shaft Coupling Kit (ZF 800 80 85 A/IV, ZF 220PL, 280A/IV, 286A/IV, 301, MG506 5061 507), Split Hub Propeller Shaft Coupling Kit (MG 509), Cummins Marine Engine Warranty Information, Marine 316L SS 4 inch Pipe (4.5 OD) 90 Degree Elbow, Cummins Marine Diesel Repower Specialists. thats it carl now you said it-------torque,torque ridiculous comparison ! My Cummins 6Bs are rated at 315/330HP, with a max cruise speed of 2,800 RPMs. Adding the cabin and bridge moved the CG orward of where C. Raymond Hunt intended it. Cockpit Panels. 37 Egg Harbor by Hyena Love Sep 26th, '08, 10:37, Post by Yannis May 17th, '16, 10:53, Post Gas Shocks I have the 315 Yanmars, 1.5"shafts, 20x23 4 blade nibral props, 2:1 gear I used to cruise at 26 to 28 Kts. We made 41-42K in some nice weather, but realistically, shes only a solid 30K cruiser when you can hold on. by Navatech Dec 29th, '15, 10:37, Post A good friend of mine is doing a 28 here in Australia right now, and hes doing a stunning job. I've got 300hp 6BTA's in my 33 Bert. I have a 28 with Mercruiser 350 mpi (fuel injection) 2003 and I personally rebuild it. Admittedly, the owner of the 35-foot Bertram Moppie Fiddler says it took him a beat to get used to his boat's new power package and controls after repowering the 1970 build using Volvo Penta IPS600 with D6 435 diesels. patrick rudders. Marine and Boating Websites by YATCO BoatDeck, New 383 MAG Inboard 4V a perfect repower for all Bertram 28, 31 & 35s. They're supposed to be relatively fuel efficient, and there's a guy somewhere around here that I've heard put the 6.2s in his B31 and really likes them. by Joe E May 17th, '16, 01:36, Post 30 Trawler I also own a 28 Henriques Sportfishing boat. This is what led me to Seaboard Marine and Tony to see what theycould do to help build my dream boat, a 31 Bertram. This way you know when the anchor is about to the boat and you dont crash it into the pulpit. 37 Mathews This project is a goal I have been working towards for a long time. Navatech/Tony - exactly my thoughts. The meeting place for all Classic Bertram Owners and Fans. I purchased a Bertram 31 FBC mid last year following multiple years of looking at various fishing boats. Low hours and ready to go. Note down under our fuel is much more expensive (currently $1.60 per litre) hence we tend to run less hp. Another benefit of the 370 over the 330 would be that the 370 would turn a lesser pitched prop which would allow a slightly less idle speed that could be beneficial motoring in and around the docks. All that said, Priceless is greater than the sum of her parts. Sometimes familiarity can be equated to ease. She boasts full electronic instrumentation at helm and on tower. Walter. You need to decide on the size engine you want. by litecatch Jun 16th, '16, 08:18, Users browsing this forum: Google [Bot] and 1 guest, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. 26 Wahoo Regarding my obsession with stainless steel, I just like it. If you have a good shop nearby (I like speed shops--those guys know motors), you can have your 454s rebuilt for cheap, and have motors that are still really easy to work on and reliable. This allows us to develop a working relationship that doesnt end after the repower, we expect more questions and feedback and guarantee to continue our high level of customer support. 36 Webber Cove I put the 270 reman in mine and could not be happier. From my post, I said "I'm looking at a 1980 with original 504's" and my concerns were if and when I needed to re-power, what today's thoughts are from the experts updated from 7 or 8 years ago when this thread started. Is the hard top and isinglass in the attached picture look something like what you want? The boat has very low hour gas engines (200 hours total on recent Crusader "Captains Choice" 8.1 MPI) so our plan would be to use those engines indefinitely (we are low-hour users, so a diesel repower doesn't make economic sense). 31 Bertram After a few weeks, I took another quick run with 3 guys total and about 100 gallons of fuel left on boat. Bob - I appreciate your point of view on Yanmars - definitely a personal preference thing. I'm going into the deal budgeting little if anything in the purchase price for the "iron," as UV would say - just considering any life in them as a bonus with a boat that's very original and in nice shape. 6BTA 370 Tier I with ZF220A gear + mounts, New Flybridge controls including motor sync, Cockpit deck lighting In flaring and on deck Where to mount or have integrated in flaring, Fiberglass Hardtop, Stainless steel frame with full Eisenglas, Solid fiberglass Front window and sliding side windows, Full west coast stainless steel railing package. Also, do you plan to have the rails like this or bring them all the way back to the back of the fly bridge? I have a pair of running takeout B270 Cummins with MG 502's gears for sale. by moguls2go May 16th, '16, 20:57, Post Many 31's have been renovated at great expense, including new engines. FAQ; Home. My last boat, a BHM Downeast had a John Deere and it was great. 25 Buddy Davis. Scuppers and Seacocks I don't know when the exhaust manifolds or risers were last replaced, so I'll be doing that this winter. | Hardware The 31 Bertram began the deep v revolution, in many ways paving the way for offshore fishing to gain popularity. Can you send me more pictures please if the boat is still available. Tons of work but the boat and the speed I was searching for turned out spot on with Tonys input on engineering the power train. One of several Bertram 31 models, more than 1,000 Flybridge Cruisers were built over the years.

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