fuel tank dimensions

Keith · Post by **Keith** » Mon May 01, 2006 8:16 am

I am trying to locate the dimensions for a 1987 Convertible 315gal fuel tank. I called High Tide Marine but they didn't have it. I am trying to get a head of the ethanol issues. Keith

Post by **dougl33** » Mon May 01, 2006 8:26 am

Keith, Welcome aboard. Where are you located in Boston? There is a fairly large 33 contingency on the North Shore of Mass. You may want to wait it out a little longer. Early indications are that tanks made from mid 1985 and up are ethanol safe. So far, the only Berts with documented issues that I've heard about are the 20's, 25's, and 31's. All3 models were designed and built starting in the 60's. If I had to guess, I'd say your tank will be ok. Regards, Doug L. 1986 33 Bertram FBC Queen Elizabeth Marblehead, MA [img]http://www.bertram33.com/photogallery/p ... sabeth.jpg[/img]

BottomLine · Post by **BottomLine** » Mon May 01, 2006 8:29 am

Keith: I have a '78 FBC and not having any luck on this either. I contacted the factory and was told they do not have any drawings or dimensions and Danny didn't either. His suggestion was to remove the tank and take/send it to him. Mike Ford

Keith · Post by **Keith** » Mon May 01, 2006 8:30 am

Thanks for the quick email return I am at MarinaBay in Quincy. I hope the the tank is ok but you don't know... The tank was made 11/86 the boat is an 87. Keith

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Mon May 01, 2006 1:25 pm

Welcome aboard Keith, glad to have you here. 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR BERTRAM PRIDE '06 yet? DO IT NOW... SPACE IS LIMITED!

Brian Davin · Post by **Brian Davin** » Mon May 01, 2006 2:40 pm

Keith, Welcome aboard! I have a '90 FBC being repowered in RI and currently have my cockpit off. If you still want to get dimensions, here are two options: 1. I can try to measure for you this weekend and give you my best estimate? 2. Your welcome to come and measure it yourself at Johnson's Boat Works in Cranston, RI. I'll be there all day Saturday and maybe even Sunday this weekend? Let me know. Brian '90 Bertram 33' FBC Never Say Never Guilford, CT (Homeport) Kinnelon, NJ (Home)

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Sat Jun 03, 2006 3:14 am

Hey Keith, welcome aboard ! I might be looking for a 315 gallon tank too. From everything I've heard, you will probably be okay. Since my boat was built in '85 (they are saying prior to '86), it seems I have a lot more risk. I'm looking for those dimensions too and absolutely need them in order to get a quote. I called SP tanks in NJ and no one has approached them as of yet. Rick Ticket 85 SF Falmouth, MA

Brian Davin · Post by **Brian Davin** » Wed Jun 07, 2006 12:50 pm

Rick / Keith: If you call me on my cell (973-214-4212) this Sunday, I'm planning to be on the boat working and will stop to measure the tank. I'm just so busy up there every weekend, I forget to measure. If you remember to call me when I'm on the boat, I'll do it right then. Brian '90 Bertram 33' FBC Never Say Never Guilford, CT (Homeport) Kinnelon, NJ (Home)

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Wed Jun 07, 2006 2:23 pm

Brian, Will you be able to see if the tank is flat on the bottom ? Rick Ticket 85 SF Falmouth, MA

Brian Davin · Post by **Brian Davin** » Wed Jun 07, 2006 2:37 pm

My recollection is yes. I believe I was looking under the strut pocket in the rear bilge and noticed that the fuel tank was flat across the bottom, but I can double check. You can look under your strut pockets in the generator bilge probably too? Brian '90 Bertram 33' FBC Never Say Never Guilford, CT (Homeport) Kinnelon, NJ (Home)

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Wed Jun 14, 2006 6:34 am

Brian, I don't think so - but I'll be down there and will check. Rick Ticket 85 SF Falmouth, MA

Brian Davin · Post by **Brian Davin** » Wed Jul 05, 2006 12:48 pm

Rick, Correction, the tank bottom is a V that follows the deadrise of the hull, maybe 6-8" off the bottom of the boat. I dropped a tool in the generator bilge that fell into the strut pocket area. When retrieving it with a flashlight, I noticed that the tank bottom is not flat, but in fact follows the same angle as the deep V. My tank is 24" deep at the sender. Brian '90 Bertram 33' FBC Never Say Never Guilford, CT (Homeport) Kinnelon, NJ (Home)

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Sun Jul 23, 2006 8:27 am

Brian, Thanks for taking a look and sorry for delay in getting back. They had to make it that much more difficult huh ? I can't see the bottom of my tank but it's got to be the same. Now we need angles as well as dimensions...this one's not going to be easy ! I can't help think that there's got to be a scrapped 33 out there somewhere that we could use for this kind of research. Rick Ticket 85 SF Falmouth, MA

BECCA ROSE · Post by **BECCA ROSE** » Sun Jul 23, 2006 4:24 pm

Where is Fishstix?? Bill 33 FBC Ipswich, Ma. [img]http://www.bertram33.com/photogallery/p ... a_Rose.jpg[/img]

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Mon Jul 24, 2006 2:17 am

In the frozen food section. The last itme he posted he was focused rebuilding his home and business. 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida [img]http://www.bertram33.com/photogallery/p ... xandra.jpg[/img] HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR BERTRAM PRIDE '06 yet? DO IT NOW... SPACE IS LIMITED!