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How to Dock a Boat 🌊 Like a Pro? ⚓
In this video, we explore essential boating maneuvers and techniques. Discover how to effectively control your vessel, balance momentum, and adapt to changing conditions #BoatingTips #BoatControl
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Essential Boat Maintenance Tips for Smooth Sailing ⛵🔧
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Learn the crucial steps to keep your boat in top shape! This video covers important checks, from fuel pumps to water separators, ensuring you avoid costly repairs and enjoy uninterrupted adventures on the water. #BoatMaintenance #SmoothSailing #MarineTips #FuelEfficiency #PreventiveCare #BoatLife #EngineCheck #Seafarer #WaterSafety #AdventureAwaits
Discover the Engineering Marvels of the Nordhavn! 🚤💪
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Get ready to explore the incredible features of the Nordhavn, a 57-foot powerhouse of design and efficiency! From its unique cooling system to massive stabilizers, this boat is truly a masterpiece of engineering! #nordhavn #BoatEngineering #MarineVessels #OceanExploration #LuxuryYachts #InnovativeDesign #SeaAdventure #BoatLife #MarineTechnology #NauticalJourney
The Importance of Regular Maintenance for Your Boat: Anode Replacement and Heat Exchangers
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The Importance of Regular Maintenance for Your Boat: Anode Replacement and Heat Exchangers
The Importance of Pencil Anodes for Your Boat Engine Maintenance
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The Importance of Pencil Anodes for Your Boat Engine Maintenance
Silent and Efficient: The Next-Level Genverter Generators for Boats
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Silent and Efficient: The Next-Level Genverter Generators for Boats
How to Properly Maintain and Run Your Boat for Optimal Performance
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How to Properly Maintain and Run Your Boat for Optimal Performance
Choose the Perfect Speed for Your Boat 🚤💨
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Choose the Perfect Speed for Your Boat 🚤💨
Does DockMate really help?
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Does DockMate really help?
🔥 Interesting Revelation! Is This Boat Worth the Risk? 😱
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🔥 Interesting Revelation! Is This Boat Worth the Risk? 😱
What are the Advantages of the Glendinning Steering System for Your Boat? ⛵🚀
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What are the Advantages of the Glendinning Steering System for Your Boat? ⛵🚀
Unlocking the Secrets of Boat Corrosion!⚡️
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Unlocking the Secrets of Boat Corrosion!⚡️
Is your boat in danger? 🛥️🔨 Port floor rotting out may lead to serious consequences 😱
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Is your boat in danger? 🛥️🔨 Port floor rotting out may lead to serious consequences 😱
Revolutionising Boating: The Advantages of Electric Amphibious Craft
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Revolutionising Boating: The Advantages of Electric Amphibious Craft
Is Osmosis Responsible for Blistering Anti-Foul Paint on Boats? ⚓️🛥️
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Is Osmosis Responsible for Blistering Anti-Foul Paint on Boats? ⚓️🛥️
Revolutionary 🔥 Must-Have Tech Upgrade! 🌪️
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Revolutionary 🔥 Must-Have Tech Upgrade! 🌪️
Stress-Free Boating: Meet the Marriage Saver!!
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Stress-Free Boating: Meet the Marriage Saver!!
Why is RPM 🔥 Important for Boat Engines? 💥
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Why is RPM 🔥 Important for Boat Engines? 💥
Say goodbye to old-fashioned thrusters. Say hello to the future⚡️
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Say goodbye to old-fashioned thrusters. Say hello to the future⚡️
5 Signs of Neglected Boat Maintenance: How to Protect Your Investment
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5 Signs of Neglected Boat Maintenance: How to Protect Your Investment
From Strength to Success: Unveiling the Evolution of Edencraft's 255 Boat
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From Strength to Success: Unveiling the Evolution of Edencraft's 255 Boat
"Unexpected Boat Engine Failure: Lessons Learned from a New Model"
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"Unexpected Boat Engine Failure: Lessons Learned from a New Model"
Modern Boat Building: Common Issues and Quality Control Revealed
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Modern Boat Building: Common Issues and Quality Control Revealed
How to Read a Survey - Look out For This...🚤🔍
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How to Read a Survey - Look out For This...🚤🔍
Is Your Build Plate a Hidden Code? 🔍🔍🔢
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Is Your Build Plate a Hidden Code? 🔍🔍🔢
Is Your Build Plate a Hidden Code? 🔍🔍🔢
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Is Your Build Plate a Hidden Code? 🔍🔍🔢
Is Your Transom Soft? How to Identify Common Issues
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Is Your Transom Soft? How to Identify Common Issues
Boat Review: The Unbelievable Sharpness of this Aluminium Hull
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Boat Review: The Unbelievable Sharpness of this Aluminium Hull
Is Top Speed the Key to Choosing a Boat? ⛵️🚀
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Is Top Speed the Key to Choosing a Boat? ⛵️🚀
Maintenance or No Maintenance... Is that the question?
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Maintenance or No Maintenance... Is that the question?

Комментарии

  • @NapoleonDynamyte
    @NapoleonDynamyte 2 дня назад

    Not true. Many cars are sold that aren’t road worthy. As a matter of fact, where I live we have no annual inspections of cars. Not for road worthiness or emissions.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship День назад

      Fair enough. I am specifically talking about Australia as that is my patch. So do they crush old boats were you are?

  • @strata114
    @strata114 17 дней назад

    Harbour Control Tower is opposite the mouth of the Maribynong River at .... 2:20 .... mark of the video

  • @adamhitchmough2079
    @adamhitchmough2079 22 дня назад

    The irony of naming a Nordhavn "Speedbird" is not lost on me...

  • @johnyseimah229
    @johnyseimah229 Месяц назад

    it identifys as a submarine now

  • @Nwrx
    @Nwrx 2 месяца назад

    I just.bought my 1st boat a 1973 bertram 28 fb she is in great shape last owner owned it for 21 years and she looks sweet OG no updates how can I get brochures and any more info

  • @amcboats4756
    @amcboats4756 2 месяца назад

    What a boat! What an incredible launch and event. The 255 is the new benchmark for trailer boats.

  • @christophernavarro1036
    @christophernavarro1036 2 месяца назад

    Interesting. I have just changed the motors in my boat for Yanmar 8LVs there is what seems like a large gear change delay compared to my old cable controls. I have been looking for information on how to deal with this is a skipper. A video explaining strategy would be very helpful. Am sure I am not the only person struggling with this.

  • @robertstancer4469
    @robertstancer4469 2 месяца назад

    A view from the UK. What a load of old Flim - Flam. One of the biggest load of Bulls**t i've heard. Straight out of the sales blurb. Do we know the genesis of this company, how long they've been in business, do they just hawk their service to unqualified boat captains. Do they go into boat builders yards and check them out? So, some bright spark thought they would tell you you have a COULD BE, MAYBE, LIKELY problem and - hey presto they have a company to look into it for you......at $150/hr. ALL boat builders are extremely aware of corrosion on their products. The path to minimising it is well trodden. It is part of an electrical engineers DNA. If you have ANY doubts about corrosion on your vessel speak to the boat builder and ask them what precautions they put in place and how they test it. For me, they're another company preying on the gullible.

  • @lightning9279
    @lightning9279 3 месяца назад

    Thanks for the captions. I'm American and I don't speak Aussie. Seriously, I have bad hearing and accents are hard on my brain. 👍

  • @redfox644
    @redfox644 3 месяца назад

    Useless video learned nothing

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship 3 месяца назад

      Fair enough... some are better than others!

  • @snapper2784
    @snapper2784 4 месяца назад

    The owner has told the builder to spray the cabin of the boat, they should be re gel coating the whole boat. Probably better to go two pack

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship 4 месяца назад

      True that. But the owner is thinking of selling so doesn't want to make the investment.

    • @snapper2784
      @snapper2784 4 месяца назад

      @@nedtalksship The owner shouldn't be making the investment the boat builder should.

  • @jimm3379
    @jimm3379 4 месяца назад

    Ditch the captions mate

  • @nhr97
    @nhr97 4 месяца назад

    Would be nice to know the make. Very poor workmanship really for the money.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship 4 месяца назад

      Indeed. It is happening with a few brands and seems to be becoming more regular

  • @markbailey6051
    @markbailey6051 5 месяцев назад

    Stop the madness and just paint the bottom. No boat has ever sank from blisters. Planning the structure because of blisters will weaken hull and make the boat hull questionable.

  • @scottkeehn9190
    @scottkeehn9190 6 месяцев назад

    When you guys took the gel coat off with that, what looked like to be a planer what kind of piece of equipment was that?

  • @DylanWOWilliams
    @DylanWOWilliams 6 месяцев назад

    It’s my dream to be a captain.

  • @Steve-jq4st
    @Steve-jq4st 6 месяцев назад

    Why was my comment on inspections/ surveys deleted?

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship 6 месяцев назад

      Hi Steve - I can still see your comments and my responses to them. I am not sure why you cant see them

  • @Steve-jq4st
    @Steve-jq4st 6 месяцев назад

    I wrote a long response which has disappeared. It was factual and not in any ways offensive.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship 6 месяцев назад

      I am not sure how comments on RUclips Shorts work - but we certainly havent removed your comment. In fact we appreciate you taking the time to share your story

  • @Steve-jq4st
    @Steve-jq4st 6 месяцев назад

    I bought a 34 foot flybridge in board cruiser that at the time was about 15 years old. It was advertised as being in “first class” condition. Got an inspection report/survey from someone recommended by the selling agent. It highlighted a few things which were attended to and the price was adjusted but the penny dropped later when I read the report more deeply. It was a cut and paste from a much earlier report on the boat. It used the older name for the boat in places and mentioned things that the boat no longer had fitted such as a genset. Things that the report said were okay were later found to be not okay. I won’t list everything but over 12 months I spent over $25k making the boat seaworthy not counting my labour. Even just before I sold it things were still going wrong. I sold it with a clear conscience and bought a new boat with an outboard and warranty. I had hardly used the old boat in the 12 months I had it. It wasn’t safe or reliable. A very expensive lesson. I could have sued over the dodgy report but that would have been more expense. I sold it through the same agent for a slightly higher price than I paid that didn’t cover the cost of the repairs. The agent said boats can be expensive and with an older boat I expected some of that but not $500 a week on average.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship 6 месяцев назад

      Hi Steve, we have seen this sort of thing before - "surveyors" using old inspection reports to create new ones. Who you get to do your inspections is of the utmost importance and in our opinion it should never be the one who is recommended.

  • @outlaw565
    @outlaw565 8 месяцев назад

    I assume what anyone says is not the truth. All my customers never tell me the whole story. I don’t know until i know after i thoroughly inspected it.

  • @outlaw565
    @outlaw565 8 месяцев назад

    When my customers buy used boats there all fire hazards.

  • @outlaw565
    @outlaw565 8 месяцев назад

    All my customers are clueless on what they buy. They always do opposite of what i warn them about. All they want to do is turn key and go like there cars. And then they cry when i give them the cost of all the obvious repairs that need made.

  • @brianbarry6909
    @brianbarry6909 8 месяцев назад

    Wow the engine needs a rebuild cuss it won't start 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @outlaw565
    @outlaw565 Год назад

    The swim platform and rear door look great. Fine job to all the workers. I enjoyed this series.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Thanks for taking the time to comment. Glad you enjoyed

  • @roger9453
    @roger9453 Год назад

    I just finished a restoration on our 37Bertram! Best boats

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      That is awesome. What year was your Bertram?

    • @roger9453
      @roger9453 Год назад

      @@nedtalksship still have it - 1988 6-92’s 550 hp

  • @scimi7994
    @scimi7994 Год назад

    BOAT = BREAK OUT ANOTHER THOUSAND 😮

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Yeah - but it is better in you are spending money on maintenance and upgrades as opposed to dying engines

    • @Steve-jq4st
      @Steve-jq4st Год назад

      In the car world FIAT stands for fix it again Tony

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      @@Steve-jq4st We drove a FIAT in Spain and nicknamed it Tony... There is also JEEP - Just Enough Extra Parts...

  • @Steve-jq4st
    @Steve-jq4st Год назад

    Bought a second hand boat advertised as being in first class order. Had a survey done that highlighted a few issues but nothing major. Later I realized the survey report had been cut and pasted from a previous survey by the same person. It mentioned a previous name for the boat and some items no longer on the boat such as a generator. The troubles started almost immediately and I spent $25000 over the next 12 months until I sold it through the same broker. I cut my losses and spent more on a new boat.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      We are really sorry to hear that you had that experience! Unfortunately this situation is far too common. We suggest getting the survey done by a 100% independent inspector - definitely not the guy recommended by the seller. Hopefully you are now getting joy from boating!

  • @christophernavarro1036
    @christophernavarro1036 Год назад

    Great series thanks! Would be interested to know if the owner sold and if so did he get his asking price? On a side note. Anyone know where I can get the fiberglass engine vents from a Bertram 35. Doing a diesel repower and need some more ventilation. International marine won’t sell them to me as a spare part.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      The owner didn't end up selling, he has decided to hold onto it for now. My suggestion on the vents would be to take one off and see if a boat builder can make a copy of the ones you have - just as an idea.

    • @christophernavarro1036
      @christophernavarro1036 Год назад

      @@nedtalksship Thanks Ned. Might be the way to go.

  • @autoscotty2711
    @autoscotty2711 Год назад

    Excellent restoration series on the Bertram 35. Well done to all involved. The owner must be thrilled!

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      He is very happy with the end result...

  • @grahamalbrey2804
    @grahamalbrey2804 Год назад

    Hey Ned, long time since Mallacoota mate 😉 I enjoyed that series on the EagleIII very much. Just out of curiosity, what sort of money he asking for it now? Cheers

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      It is a long time since Mallacoota - but we came for a visit in April to reconnect and catch up with family... The owner of Eagle III is asking $510k - but is willing to consider offers.

    • @grahamalbrey2804
      @grahamalbrey2804 Год назад

      @@nedtalksship 🤑😬

  • @jasonreynolds2295
    @jasonreynolds2295 Год назад

    I remember when these boats were new, love them then and love them now. Nice boat's

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      They are definitely an awesome boat worthy of restoration!!

  • @anthonyconway180
    @anthonyconway180 Год назад

    Hi thanks for the vid. Now left field as a dedicated subscriber who loved the Eagle 3 vids your expertise on Bertram 35s is obviously vast. Dream boat for me is one restored and twin outboards on the back 😮 Is this possible with a large check book? Thanks Ant.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      That is plausible. You would need to do considerable transom work and engage a naval architect. I would suggest either a 31 or 35. But I am pretty sure it would be doable.

  • @stephenkeener9565
    @stephenkeener9565 Год назад

    Loved watching the transformation of this great old boat. I thought you were going to hit the dock going out lol

  • @leongt1954
    @leongt1954 Год назад

    I would love to buy a Hatteras 53 ruclips.net/video/sF-pg8eUA_0/видео.html to live on but my wife and son wouldn't be in it

  • @christophernavarro1036
    @christophernavarro1036 Год назад

    Me too. 😊

  • @mitchcumstein9808
    @mitchcumstein9808 Год назад

    If Bertram management has any brains they would bring back these 30’s boats with the new epoxy tech. They would rule the mid level sport fishing world. Funny that they still do and haven’t built a new boat since the 80-90s???

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      I guess it depends where you are in the world. I believe they still make the 35's in the US. And there are some boats like the Formula 233 which have remained the same for years because they found a hull shape that works - so why change it? But I get what you are saying...

  • @troyclayton1775
    @troyclayton1775 Год назад

    Thanks Ned. Looking forward to seeing the latest.

  • @brianbarry6909
    @brianbarry6909 Год назад

    Enough with the hardtop

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Hi Brian - we appreciate your comments - but if the videos are annoying you we would suggest you stop watching them...

  • @brianbarry6909
    @brianbarry6909 Год назад

    Yes Hardtop on a 35' Deep V hull? Beam seas Bad idea Most of your info is just no accurate Good video But you need to learn by doing and getting your hands dirty Then you know what your talking about! If you are the overseer! I feel bad for the Boat Owner

  • @AA-co8de
    @AA-co8de Год назад

    Absolutely stunning! I’m doing patchwork to keep an old Cresta 32 in good good shape until I retire and give her a refurb and if she come out half as nice as this Bertram I’ll be more than happy.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      We think it is great when people like yourself restore boats and keep them for life! That is awesome! Also - glad you like what we have done.

  • @peterraffen3465
    @peterraffen3465 Год назад

    They are a beautiful boat well done

  • @Micington
    @Micington Год назад

    the boat looks great! i love the paint. the hard top does look good.. im nearly up to making my hard top and dreading it because im fussy. lol

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Thanks - appreciate your opinion! Are you working on a Bertram or some other boat? Let us know if you need any advice on this - happy to chat.

    • @Micington
      @Micington Год назад

      @@nedtalksship I only have a 25ft Bertram. But I wanna make it a pop top with actuators. It’s on RUclips lol

  • @leongt1954
    @leongt1954 Год назад

    Was a stern thruster added to the boat ? Also love the blue color

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      The boat has a stern thruster but this was added to the boat before we started managing the project. We also love the blue - so thanks for that. We actually didnt know if it would work well initially - but once it was done, realised that it is a great choice!

  • @leongt1954
    @leongt1954 Год назад

    Found 4 of these boats for sale here in Aus ranging from 110.000 to 170.000 plus one 42ft at 185.000, And I'm guessing the restoration is not a cheep project

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      you would be correct - the restoration is not cheap. But like any boat, everything depends on how poorly it has been maintained over the years and how thoroughly you want to restore it. Just because a boat is old, doesn't mean it is in bad condition. Some people look after these boats and keep them maintained and in good nick.

  • @troyclayton1775
    @troyclayton1775 Год назад

    Good to see a classic Bertie coming back to new. When I was a kid, they were almost mystical in size and very American. I still love to stare at them, the angles, the hull form. From what I estimate they work will have cost at the end, you could have bought a later model, but that wouldn't be as cool.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      As you no doubt can see from my video - I also love the angles and hull form! When we started this project we let the owner know that he could buy a new boat for the same cost. He essentially didn't care - he just wanted this boat. We can't complain - this project has given us a huge amount of joy.

    • @troyclayton1775
      @troyclayton1775 Год назад

      @Ned Talks Ship Hi Ned, I'm interested in doing something similar here in Perth to an old Randell. Basically, making an old unloved flybridge into a giant cruising centre console. Could you please PM me with an indication of what the osmosis repair cost? I'm still deciding on whether it's worth building a new hull from a one-off mould. Love the work you're doing. A lot of people wouldn't get it, but that is what caravans and camping are for. "Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats."

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      @@troyclayton1775 Hi Troy, sounds like you are planning quite a project. The cost of the hull work can vary greatly. You can obviously tackle osmosis in a number of ways - depending on the severity. The way we did it was the most extreme of the options. Although I am not at liberty to tell you how much it cost for this project, I can tell you, from my experience it can cost anywhere from $30k - $60K. The variation depends on the vessel size and on how much of the hull needs to be planed back. For our project we had to fly a guy in from NZ to grind back the hull because there was no one local who could or would do it! This whole process is back breaking work - so not many people want to do it... I hope that helps, and feel free to reach out with any other questions. FYI - That Wind In The Willows quote is my all time favourite!

  • @malcolmwichmann8359
    @malcolmwichmann8359 Год назад

    Melbourne to Whitsundays is a stroll in the park for this powerful offshore cruiser. All you need is a good Chart Plotter / auto pilot and depth sounder. Radar helpful.

  • @malcolmwichmann8359
    @malcolmwichmann8359 Год назад

    Hello I was the proud owner of a 2007 Caribbean 35 from 2010 to 2022. My 3 sons and I had a wonderful 12 years exploring crayfish reefs and surf breaks around Rottnest Is. until ex wife (non bbq'd crayfish eater) had enough of time aboard with 4 males and reading books in "confined spaces". RESULT: 3 sons are safe reef navigators and skippers who moved on to rugby, university, 4x4 ing, cars, girls and drinking. GOOD RESULT. C35 Technical: Brilliant offshore hull with 2 x Cummins QSB 330 hp with silky electronic controls. (Worst fuel consumption was 4.1 l / nm @ 29 kn @ 2,900 RPM @ 120 l/hour, Best offshore cruising 3.5 l / nm @ 20 kn @ 70 l/hr. Usual load was 1,500kg including 5 POB, 300 l diesel, 400 L water. Swan River cruise 8 kn at 1.5 / nm). Value Retention: Purchased 2007 35 in 2010 for $350k @ 160 hours and sold for $270 @ 1,165 hrs. Bertram / Caribbean are an outstanding blue water hull and built to last longer than me. I can attest that a 10 kn reef hit with scratch antifoul only. All the best with your worthy restoration. Mal W. PS: Brand new from factory: Cummins QSB US$40,000 plus freight, GST and Australian fitting.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Hi Malcolm Thank you so much for sharing some of your story - even though your boating journey was interrupted, it sounds like it was awesome while it lasted... and yes, we agree - these boats are incredible.

  • @christophernavarro1036
    @christophernavarro1036 Год назад

    Great series. Own a Bertram 35. Looking forward to the next stage of the build. Interested to see if the owner goes for a repower and internal fitout. Next things on our list.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Hi Christopher - thanks so much for the feedback.. I would love to give you a heads up as to what comes next - but... I hope to have a new video ready soon.

  • @sherrin130
    @sherrin130 Год назад

    Fantastic you kept the lower station .Great memories of our B28 in the late 70s and 80s and always admiring the B35s .From memory when Norm Jenks was selling them, there was a early B35 called "Eagle" great video.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      Thanks for sharing and we are glad you have enjoyed. Make sure to subscribe as the next video will include an interview with the original owners of Eagle III - which I am sure will bring up more great memories for you!

  • @DavidSmith-le6fz
    @DavidSmith-le6fz Год назад

    I have so enjoyed this series. My dad bought an early 70s Bertram 35 about 1976. He repowered it with Cat 3208s. That boat was a rocket. He sold it and bought a Hatteras 41 a few years later. Big mistake. The Hat was nice but sooooo slow. That Bertram was the best boat we ever owned.

    • @nedtalksship
      @nedtalksship Год назад

      That is awesome! yes - a Hatteras is a very different boat to a Bertram! Included in our next video will be some snippets of an interview we did with the son of the original owner of Eagle III - which might inspire a lovely trip down memory lane for you!