Bertram Electronics Refit – Bringing a Bertram Back to Life - Awesome Fitout
If you’ve spent any time around serious offshore fishos, you’ll know the Bertram name carries a bit of legend with it.
These boats were built to run wide, punch through rough water and chase serious fish. Plenty of Aussie game boats still running today started life as Bertrams because they’re tough, stable and built for offshore work.
But even the best offshore hull eventually needs modern marine electronics to keep up with today’s navigation, sonar and safety standards.
That’s where the Shotgun Marine crew stepped in.
Watch the Install
Contact Kurt for Marine electronics installation in Port Macquarie
Capt Kurt recently wrapped up a full marine electronics reinstall on a Bertram game boat, bringing the helm into the modern era.
This involved stripping out old electronics gear and rebuilding the system properly.
“Watch Kurt’s Bertram Marine Electronics Installation” - Check out the finished machine.
A stunning little 19ft Bertram thats just undergone a full restoration. Customer brought the boat all the way from Sydney for us to finish off with all the bells and whistles.
A full rewire, underwater, interior and exterior lighting, sound system, all pumps and plumbing, electronics, transducers, anchor winch along with lots of other bits and pieces.
Final product turned out insane and im sure the customer will be stocked with the outcome!
For any products, bookings or enquiries give us a call on 0418810022, send an email to pmms@shotgunmarine.com.au or come in and see us at our shop at the Port Macquarie Marina monday-friday.
Happy boating! ?
Classic boats often end up with years of upgrades layered on top of each other. Old wiring, different brands and outdated electronics can make the helm messy and unreliable.
Our approach is simple.
Remove the old gear and rebuild the electronics system the right way.
A Proper Marine Electronics Refit
When we upgrade a boat like this Bertram, the job is much more than just installing a new screen.
A professional marine electronics installation usually includes:
• Modern multifunction displays (MFDs)
• Radar integration
• CHIRP sonar systems
• Transducer installation and setup
• NMEA 2000 network integration
• Clean helm layout and dash mounting
• Power distribution upgrades
• Waterproof cable routing and connections
Older game boats often have wiring that’s been added to for decades.
Behind the dash can look like spaghetti.
When we rebuild the system we tidy everything up with:
• labelled wiring
• clean cable looms
• proper power feeds
• sealed connections
The result is a helm that’s reliable offshore and easy to operate.
Built for Offshore Fishing
Classic Bertram hulls were designed to run offshore comfortably and safely.
When you combine that hull with modern sonar, radar and GPS chartplotters, the difference is huge.
A properly installed system gives you:
• clearer fish finding sonar
• better radar target tracking
• safer offshore navigation
• integrated charts and sonar data
• a clean and easy-to-use helm layout
Instead of guessing where the fish might be…
You can see the structure, bait and fish clearly on the screen.
Why Installation Matters
One of the biggest mistakes we see is boat owners buying expensive electronics online and installing them themselves.
Marine electronics only perform properly when they are installed, configured and networked correctly.
That includes:
• correct transducer positioning
• sonar calibration
• network integration
• power management
• waterproof connections
Without that setup, even the best electronics won't perform properly offshore.
That’s why professional installation makes a huge difference.
Authorised Marine Electronics Installers
Shotgun Marine is an authorised dealer for all major marine electronics brands, Partnered with PMMS Port Macquarie Marine services for installs.
including:
• Furuno
• Simrad
• B&G
• Coursemaster
• Hella Marine
Because we work with all brands, we don’t push gear based on profit margins.
Instead we recommend the best electronics setup for your boat and how you fish.
Marine Electronics Installation – Port Macquarie NSW
Our workshop is based in Port Macquarie on the Mid North Coast of NSW.
We regularly install and service marine electronics for boats from:
• Port Macquarie
• Coffs Harbour
• Forster Tuncurry
• Taree
From trailer boats through to serious offshore game boats, we can design and install a marine electronics system that suits your boat and your fishing style.
Thinking About Upgrading Your Boat Electronics?
Whether you're running a Bertram, Riviera, Black Watch, Haines Hunter or trailer boat, upgrading your electronics can completely transform the way you fish and navigate offshore.
If you're planning an upgrade, the best place to start is with the right advice and a proper system design.
The team at Shotgun Marine can help you plan the right setup and install it professionally.
Port Macquarie Marine Services
Yard 7 / 18 Park Street
Port Macquarie NSW
pmms@shotgunmarine.com.au