Bertram33 User Forum

has any one blocked in front windows on a 33 or 35 and if so what was involved i think this modifaction would do much to make boat look more modern and do away with window leaks thanks JWW

Interesting topic. My windows don't leak and I love the visability that the windows provide. Lack of a forward view is one of biggest complaints about today's boats. Of course, I use my boat to cruise, not fish so its probably less of a concern for those that fish only.

I closed mine about 10 or 12 years ago since than 4 of my friends all with 35 berts. have done the same and we are pleased with it 4 were done in white no ploblem 1 with a black mask had a paint problem at first. I removed the bridge and cabin stripe put a new bow rail on and this made my 1974 look like a newer boat.I have not found any downside with this change. the same yard in n.j. did 4 out of the 5.If I recall they left the glass in added plywood inside and out glasses outside and finished inside with formica.all looks great with no problems. if your around nj I can show you a few. if you plan to do this project yourself I will confirm how my yard did it. Butch

I got my canvas guy to make a cover. I have in place all the time except when it's time to fish. Even then the cover is in place 95% of the time. It is nice to open things up especially when I am striper fishing by myself.

butch some more info would help as N.J. is a little out of my area i live in south texas thanks JWW

I plan on being at the boat yard late this week. I can take a few pictures and confirm how the yard did the work. I have seen a 31 bert and a 38 bert with blown out front windows (i believe this is very rare but something to think about if you spend a lot of time offshore) butch

I have a canvas I keep over my forward windows... It keeps all of the rain from working its way into the caulking. It is really nice to take it down and have the 360 degree view especially when we are on the hook!

butch looking foward to seeing pictures and getting more info on this thanks JWW

I used to cover the front windows but the cabin looks small and darkness is not to my liking. I also noticed happier passengers when the window cover is off and less sea sickness.

That's all I'm sayin'!

JWW Sorry I gave some wrong info. the glass and frame were removed and 3 pieces of plywood was used in it's place, than more marine ply in side and out all glassed in place. than lots of fill, glass and sanding outside,finished inside with formica.I'll get you pictures soon and if you want more detail IM me your phone# I have this boat since 1986 and have done lots of other projets and know several other 35 onwers that have thier boats for a long time Butch

butch did you get my number tried to email dont know if sucessful JW