by Joe E May 17th, '16, 20:59, Post 25 Bertram the 13/8" shaft is aquanet 19 not good for 315hp diesel and 500 plus lbs of torque.dug is right do it right the first time.think about it; shaft breaks and you lose a 1300.00 dollar prop what did you gain? I am leaning toward Yanmar over the Cummins. Prep Centers If you don't use a lot your boat on long cruises is better be on gas the maintenance is cheap. by JP Dalik Sep 22nd, '08, 17:41, Post 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. 36 Webber Cove Twin 330-hp Mercruiser gas engines powered the majority of the Bertram 31s with several GM, Cat, or Cummins diesels offered as options. Presently looking at a 31 in nice shape, with original Cummins 504's that are also said to be in nice shape. The math on that requires minimum 1.5" shafts. Here's my 2 cents, and yeah, its a little contradictory at the end. by mike ohlstein Dec 31st, '15, 09:55, Post Our business plans have changed and lack of time forces sell. Over the past couple of years while doing research I came across the project completed by Seaboard Marine, Shooter awhile back and started reading various forums on this site. The forms of resplash are as varied as the ports the 31s call home from adding outboards to slicing off half of the topsides; if you can think of it, likely it been done. Topics. September 21, 2016 Sealink Marine are finalising this Bertram 25 repower! The universal opinions stem from the boat impact. Understood on your plan. Works really nice. We are excited to work with you, boats are our passion and we take pride in what we do. 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. You have 454's and it's time to re-power: what option do you choose? Show More. Just a small remote about the size of a key fob for a car. A few questions: Admittedly, the owner of the 35-foot Bertram Moppie Fiddler says it took him a beat to get used to his boats new power package and controls after repowering the 1970 build using Volvo Penta IPS600 with D6 435 diesels. my 2 cents. Noelle Mae - 28 ft. Bertram and the Yanmar 4LHA 240 - One Sweet Combo. 46 Bertram Contact Us | Marine 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. Fenders and Bumpers Great project! Actually I rarely use the remote. I have no problem if they need to be rebuilt either or "freshened up". Boat has Covered top flybridge, outriggeers, no soft spots, no damage. exactly what you would expect from a company that use a converted gas engine to satisfy the small diesel market. In Forked River, the Yanmar dealer's reputation was lacking while the Cummins dealer has one of the best reps around. Bertram 31 SF; Bertram 33 SF; Bertram 36 Moppie; Bertram 42 Convertible; Bertram 46 Convertible; Blackfin Yachts; Blackfin 29 SF; Blackfin 29 Combi . General Discussion. I have seen several stainless supports like this crack after a few years of enduring the stressing of ocean fishing. I splashed on Jan 16 2016 after a 4 1/2 year build and just turned 400 hours. by Navatech Dec 29th, '15, 15:33, Post A Bonnier LLC Company. Contact Information. One regret we often hear from customers is when they sell their boat instead of repowering. Finest 31 renovation around? 34 Hatteras After a few weeks, I took another quick run with 3 guys total and about 100 gallons of fuel left on boat. 28 Main Boat This remanufactured engine delivers delivers 340 horsepower and more torque than any standard 7.4L big block. Fiberglass Replacement Fly Bridge - Bertram 31: c Home - Bertram Parts | Company Profile | Mechanical | Electrical | Hardware | Contact Us | Marine and Boating . by JP Dalik Sep 22nd, '08, 19:09, Post The meeting place for all Classic Bertram Owners and Fans, Moderators: CaptPatrick, mike ohlstein, Bruce, Post The original windshield was removed and replaced by an EZ2CY three quarter enclosure with various openings for ventilation. The 383 MAG Inboard is the perfect answer. Re: Cummins repower. Here are some pics taken by my friend, the . Did she make 40Ks with those 800++ Yanmar ponies? Post by scenarioL113 Mon Jun 28, . by Tony Meola Jun 1st, '16, 22:56, Post I have the Yanmar 240's. Sadly the 6BT wont fit, so hes choosing between Yanmar 4 and 6 cylinder options. by Tony Meola Jun 15th, '16, 20:49, Post 35 Ocean The quality of our work will exceed your expectations. When I disassembled my 25 I discovered there had been a small fire under the fuel tank, in the bilge. 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. Shoreline Panels by Carl Sep 27th, '08, 09:07, Post Tony suggested the 370 (which has the best bang for the $buck$) for the extra 200 rpms and we propped the engine to 3250 effectively de-tuning the engine so that the 63A gear could safely handle the 370s hp. by J Clark Sep 22nd, '08, 21:13, Post They're mostly heavy (for their output), dirty, loud, slow, and in need of TLC. When I put my hand on the joystick, it took a minutebut I got it. Being a fire captain in an area with a large harbor I have been on 6 boat Fires (in the water) in 19 years and many more in dry dock. Replacement Fly Bridge - Bertram 31: Home One stripe equals 30 feet, 2 stripes equals 60 feet etc. We made 41-42K in some nice weather, but realistically, shes only a solid 30K cruiser when you can hold on. Subscribe to InTheBite to get our latest issue - You don't want to miss it! 828-696-4153, Fiberglass To not highjack this thread Ive started a new one here: Im a little late on this post/project. 36 Tiara Who knows what the 120's made at the prop. My current B31--Crows Nest--has 8.2 Detroit Diesels. Rest assured you won't get a Mercury motor for less anywhere else! 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. 42 Bruno Its bigger, beefier and better looking.. In business for 50 years we have repowered 100's of Vessels and have 1000's of satisfied customers. the marinize version is a POS. Where I boat there are long stretches of river running to the ocean and I didnt want a down easter that cruised at 16 knots. Adding the cabin and bridge moved the CG orward of where C. Raymond Hunt intended it. I've got 454s in my 31 and I replaced one of the motors last year total cost was around $6000, I will likely replace the other motor in a few years. One of several Bertram 31 models, more than 1,000 Flybridge Cruisers were built over the years. by Tony Meola May 16th, '16, 22:23, Post 40 Knot, 31 ft. Bertram Odyssey. Niels, I am very excited to see that the project has started, its going to be a lot of fun and especially when it is done and we are fishing. 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. by Yannis May 20th, '16, 08:16, Post 3) Funds (more than a little). 1969 31 Bertram FBC "East Wind" hull #315939, i would go with the mercruiser 383s 370HP carbureted and more torque than the 454 and less weight than the 454 a boat that I work on (not a Bertram)a searay he took out a big block and did a 383 and he loves it he gained fuel mileage less weight and he absolutely loves the engine and the boat performs better than it did. by ranjr13 Dec 29th, '15, 16:00, Post Your comments make me feel more comfortable that if the boat is running well, that an imminent re-power may not be necessary at all..thanks again. by nic Sep 26th, '08, 09:59, Post Just an idea to think about. Bill Fuller wrote:..Also, I always found the foot operated windlass switch on the bow a pain. by bob lico Dec 30th, '15, 22:42, Post Im with you on the 370 choice. The twin Mercruiser 3.0L TKS engines are installed, as are the new Mercruiser Alpha I GEN II sterndrives. MOBY DICK is a leisure boat Bertram 31 fly, made in 1962 and acquired in 2013 to be restored. The 383 MAG also has a full roller valve train which reduces friction and saves on fuel. First off, great site - newcomer to this forum, but not Bertrams. I would think aluminum would be much better. by Yannis May 17th, '16, 10:53, Post My loss your gain. Plus it sounds like your going to keep your 31 for a long time. Thanks Rob While I originally planned to be hands-on, I realized a couple of things as we got closer to the project, #1 besides raw labor this is not in my skill set to properly rebuild and re-power my boat in a timely manner, #2 My current work schedule would not permit adequate time to make progress and would drag out the total time required to complete. Good Luck. by Tony Meola May 17th, '16, 22:42, Post bertram31.com Last visit was: Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:18 pm It is currently Wed Mar 22, 2023 8:18 pm Topics Topics Posts Last post General Discussion The Main Sand Box for bertram31.com Moderators: CaptPatrick, mike ohlstein, Bruce 10554 Topics 121729 Posts Last post Re: BAYLISS--31 REFIT by trace elements Wed Mar 22, 2023 3:47 pm Swap & Sell I cruise at 2400rpms (23-24 knots) and top out at 2900rpms (29-30 knots). I will defer to Tony on the engine recommendation specifics but basically Tony and I discussed several options and based upon my intended use, this is the engine he recommended. thats it carl now you said it-------torque,torque ridiculous comparison ! 4 1/2 years to build, Slashed Sept 16, 2016. On a typical canyon run (65-70 miles each way), with a full day of trolling she burns 110-120 gallons. Just wrapping up my second year. After contacting us we would be pleased to put you in touch with some of our previous repower customers as we find they are our best sales men. I had a Bertram with twin 140's. Does anyone think 500 hp will be too much. I did not need to change shafts. by Harv Sep 22nd, '08, 21:51, Post For the time being our 454's are running and I plan to keep them that way. by Yannis May 17th, '16, 03:12, Post The investment will be well worth it in 15-20 years. Also, I always found the foot operated windlass switch on the bow a pain. 46 Silverton You will see the results if you read through his threads. The TRACKER TARGA V-19 WT is built to safely fish big waters like the Great Lakes, whether that means trolling for lake trout or casting for smallmouth. Why stainless steel support work for the hard top? For the last decade we have averaged 10 repowers a year. Again for railing system, Aluminum at greater than 1 inch diameter? by Navatech May 17th, '16, 08:05, Post 35 Bertram 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. I had a Lewmar windlass on my previous 31 Blackfin. Cloudman . According to Soundings, aficionados refer to it as "Bertram Art." I purchased the boat with those intentions after months of due diligence. by dougl33 Sep 23rd, '08, 08:08, Post Bruce is the best one to answer the Yanmar question, but from what I have heard they are not the engine they used to be. 30 Trawler 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, SHOOTER 4 Year, 40 Knot, 31 ft. Bertram Odyssey, Marine Age the REAL age of a Marine Diesel Engine, Propellers Move Boats, Engines Just Turn Them, Everything you Need to Know About Marine Exhaust Systems, Continuous Duty A Different Perspective. 26 Wahoo I purchased a Bertram 31 FBC mid last year following multiple years of looking at various fishing boats. An iconic 31 Bertram with a recent refit and repower. Add new engines and you should be able to net your full repower investment cost, or very close to it, with little difficulty. There are many contenders for the throne, but there is something about one 31 in particular, delivered new in 1971 the Priceless owned by Dr. Pasquale Pertrera and fished out of Indian River, Delaware. Luckily the prior owner was onboard with the Seaboard way so when I took possession there were already several nice upgrades in place so I had an excellent starting point to continue with further customization and add-ons. Henriques Yachts use the GOOD windlass on all their production boats. by bob lico Dec 29th, '15, 08:57, Post Its Makos way of rewarding loyal customers for inviting their friends to become part of the Mako family. I doubt the PO ever even knew it happened! While we are at your vessel we take engine and transmission installation measurements and discuss with you in person every aspect of the repower. My goal was to have a lobster boat that could cruise effortlessly @ 22-23 knots without beating on the engine. Swim Platforms Regarding my engines I purchased her with the 330Bs. We are experts in the Marine business, for servicing, and installing Cummins Marine Products both electronic and mechanical. Cummins Marine Diesel Repower Specialists Forums General Discussion Bertram 31 Full Restoration. I would suggest setting down with Tony and discussing the pros and cons of aluminum vs. stainless for the hard top frame work. Good question. I used to own a 35 bert. Vents Ames: State University - West Lawn. Yard is saying do not have to change shaft or stuts and they have done several 31's already, Cummin would require the larger shafts and Struts, plus increased air flow, Any comments would be great and am sure will be needing more advice as we move forward, Thanks Captain Bill Mckinnon JP Dalik Senior Member Posts: 1317 most are done with aluminum which allows you to use a much, much thinker tubing. Im 54, so Im a little old-school, he stated in a press release. by Bruce May 17th, '16, 20:30, Post It is leisure and recreational fishing boat that holds up to 8 people. All great advice but for your budget, I would strongly suggest selling your existing boat and buying a 31 Bertram that is already converted to diesel. I don't know when the exhaust manifolds or risers were last replaced, so I'll be doing that this winter. 37 Mathews Once we clear this hurdle, I will have to evaluate what accessories and cosmetic issues to address. Everything said on this post is true, all valid points. One piece fore peak or deck 1 form core with about 2.5 of crown. by moguls2go Jun 13th, '16, 19:15, Post The 3 gas fires were all fuel related. With the variety of Bertram 31 modifications out there, comes the inevitable debate who has done it best? x 33 ft.), SMX Bronze Freshwater Flush Cap for Groco ARG Series Strainers, Bronze Tee Adapter and Freshwater Flush System, Military Style Top Post Battery Terminals, Heavy Duty Marine Grade 316L Stainless Steel Washers, Cummins Marine Diamond Performance Series Engine Sticker, ZF Marine Transmission Sales & Current Inventory, ZF 45-85 A/IV Shift & Troll Cable Bracket, ZF Marine Transmission Oil Drain Line Kit, Suredrive Coupling for Borg Warner & ZF 220A, Suredrive Coupling for ZF 301 & 302 VLD/IV with Vulkan L, Marine Flex Plate (Velvet Drive, SAE 11.5), Vulkan Vulkardan-E (2K3411S004) SAE No. Lower cabin & engine box work This all had to ties together structurally so we could create the strength and stiffness needed for out projected 30K cruiser. by Dug Sep 23rd, '08, 08:06, Post Thanks, I am using a Lewmar windlass. The yanmar's are a little more money but seem easier on the installation side and would reduce the cost. Fiberglass 48 Viking Many 31's have been renovated at great expense, including new engines. We hope to get started in the next 30-60 days. A Classic 49-Year-Old Ribside Whaler is Given New Life. . 31 Bertram NEVER an issue dropping or hauling anchor solo. by Navatech Dec 29th, '15, 19:53, Post by ranjr13 Dec 29th, '15, 11:12, Post and generally it only happens when your offshore.all repowering of 31bertram to 315hp diesel you MUST change to capt. Many of the several thousand built are still in use today, around the globe, still catching more than their share. 35 Duffy This boat is the basis for the project that will create a one of a kind Bertram 31. I will be calling you soon to discuss some specifics. by PeterPalmieri May 18th, '16, 13:07, Post Most of us have an opinion (usually a very strong one) about this iconic boat. Adds a tremendous amount of strength, adds more useable fuel in the same amount of space, and when plumbed right, 99% of the your fuel you carry is useable. 30 Columbia To accommodate all of the tackle necessary for canyon trips and trolling, the Priceless has 12 rod holders on gunwales and on transom, plus two additional rows of six rocket launchers on marlin tower. Im looking for about 50 kts. All that said, Priceless is greater than the sum of her parts. Now its a picnic boat on steroids, he says. by Hyena Love Sep 26th, '08, 13:31, Post Vessels range from commercial Downeasters to 60 recreational sport fishing vessels. For convenience I also paint orange stripes on my rode every 30 feet. We chose the 370s versus the 330s for the extra high cruise rpms. Hinges 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. Hi all, I'm tossing the idea around of repowering my 1970 31 Bertram Bahia Mar. Thanks Bill. I'm leaning towards Yanmar, but apparently need to go to the new 8LV-350 motors. If you have any notable resplashes that youd like to see in the magazine, send us a note and some pictures: [emailprotected] ITB. Remanufactured GM V8 Marine Iron Block & Gen+ Heads 062 Casting, Thunderbolt V w/Knock Control MIE Calibration, Dual Plane Aluminium Intake Manifold with Bronze Inserts, Multi-point drain Hand Removable Blue Drain Plugs, Iron manifold with Dry-Joint Exhaust Elbow, Thermostatically Controlled Raw Water 143F, High Flow 100 psi Oil Pump and Copper Oil Cooler, SAE 25-40 NMMA Certified FC-W Synthetic Blend, 980lbs / 444kg When Installed with 72C Transmission, Audio Warning System: Oil Pressure Coolant Temperature Transmission Temperature, Need a new website? It is in fair condition with a sound hull making it my ideal choice for a project boat. Jimmy G just put QSB's in his and I know he is happy. I am reaching out to the Seaboard Marine community for input as this project progresses as I value your practical feedback on various topics posted. 42 Provincial Many products featured on this site were editorially chosen. Just some of my thoughts. Unbelievable original condition. Started less than 1 minute ago This video shows a. InTheBite's print and electronic media is committed to providing timely news, useful and substantive content to professional captains, boat owners, crew and anglers. by bertram 20 Jun 1st, '16, 16:50, Post I have a friend with similar vintage Bertram 31 Express that is used 100% for offshore fishing and he loves it. She looks salty, runs true, is exceptionally comfortableand catches fish! Ill offer this. We seatrialed with 5 fat guys on board and the engines still made 3450 on the calibrated tachs. 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. Any thoughts would be appreciated, as well as present day price info from any recent boats would be greatly appreciated. That is going to be quite a project. Not any real damage. Pulpit For the last decade we have averaged 10 repowers a year. Yachting may receive financial compensation for products purchased through this site. Widgeon - A Very . but now have lowered my speed because of the price of fuel as many others have done. Full-service Marina with Certified Volvo & Cummins Marine Technicians 516-378-7331, Mako Marina Freeport New York 516-378-7331. Hatches "I'm 54, so I'm a little old-school," he stated in a press release. This time around it's a Bertram 25 from 1980 which we have decided to repower with two beautiful Yamaha f200 . I was able to stop and visit the Seaboard crew on a recent visit to Oxnard at the end of July and got these pictures of my boat. 212 hours already and counting. After its restoration it has real weight with half-filled deposit of 7.5 tones. Courtesy Volvo Penta. 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. And many, probably most, have been modified, repowered, and renovated. by Tommy Sep 24th, '08, 16:56, Post by Carl Jun 14th, '16, 06:15, Post This t. All MerCruiser Remanufactured engines come with a 1-year factory backed limited warranty. Adjusters and Cleats We evaluate every customer and vessel as unique, taking into consideration application, annual hours, and expectations. What do you mean by a Full west coast stainless steel railing package? 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