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by joseraposo_46
Mon Mar 31, 2025 10:45 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 180415

Re: Advice

Thank you. I’ll reach out to them.
by joseraposo_46
Sun Mar 30, 2025 1:09 pm
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 180415

Re: Advice

Thank you for the information. I’ll give that a try. On a positive note I’m sure learning a lot.
by joseraposo_46
Sun Mar 30, 2025 6:53 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 180415

Advice

Hello all. I have a 1980 33sf with mercruiser 454’s model 330. The heads have to be rebuilt. I’m having a difficult time finding parts like push rods etc. I was hoping someone had a source for internal engine parts and a good machine shop. Also I’m considering repowering if I could find some running...
by joseraposo_46
Thu Sep 26, 2024 2:22 pm
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: rebuild or replace
Replies: 5
Views: 53568

Re: rebuild or replace

I apologize for not giving more information. I purchased the boat 2months ago with very little history. The boat is a 1980. I do need to replace the fuel tank because its fiberglass. The fuel lines had been disconnected and the motors both ran on temporary fuel cans a year ago. Since my last post I ...
by joseraposo_46
Wed Sep 25, 2024 2:56 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: rebuild or replace
Replies: 5
Views: 53568

Re: rebuild or replace

Thank you for the response. I have found a used pair of 454BB with low hours and fuel injection that were in good running order when removed. They also come with transmissions. How can I tell if the transmission will match my existing prop setup.
by joseraposo_46
Mon Sep 23, 2024 3:06 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: rebuild or replace
Replies: 5
Views: 53568

rebuild or replace

Hi all. I was hoping for some advise. I have a seized motor that has been soaking in mystery oil for 3 weeks. I was told these motors ran rough a year ago. The starboard motor does spin freely so I have not spent much time on that but the port motor is locked up solid. Is it worth rebuilding these m...
by joseraposo_46
Sun Aug 11, 2024 5:30 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: Bringing a 1980 back to life
Replies: 6
Views: 29991

Re: Bringing a 1980 back to life

thank you Al. The square at the bottom of the tank I found is 49"x39"x7.5". Thank you for the information and it appears I will need to find someone to make a tank. If anyone knows a place that would be helpful. And thanks to captain tony for the contact information. Mine is 508-827-0...
by joseraposo_46
Sat Aug 10, 2024 5:25 am
Forum: Services
Topic: old gas removal
Replies: 0
Views: 162198

old gas removal

Hello all. I am new to the forum and have found all the information here to be extremely useful. I recently acquired a 1980 33 sportfish with 454's and a fiberglass tank. The motors ran a year ago on a temporary gas tank. I just got it home and am in search of a way to remove and get rid of the old ...
by joseraposo_46
Sat Aug 10, 2024 4:26 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: Bringing a 1980 back to life
Replies: 6
Views: 29991

Re: Bringing a 1980 back to life

I also live in Hyannis. I will take you up on that.
by joseraposo_46
Fri Aug 09, 2024 3:03 am
Forum: Bertram 33 Sportfisher
Topic: Bringing a 1980 back to life
Replies: 6
Views: 29991

Bringing a 1980 back to life

Hello all. I am new to this site and I want to thank you all for sharing your knowledge. I have spent hours reading posts and found the information you all share to be incredible. I have taken on a project that I believe is over my head but your forum has given me hope. I finally got the bertram hom...