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    307 Owner Feedback

    We have a 2012 Freedom 307 and are very happy with it. I fish with it up to 30 miles offshore and it also works well to take friends to restaurants, etc., as my wife doesn't fish. Great dual purpose boat. It is stable, dry and feels very solid. My friend who has had multiple Whalers has...
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    Bedding sealant for winch switches

    Thanks, guys.
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    Bedding sealant for winch switches

    I am replacing the deck winch switches on my 307. What is the best bedding sealant to use for this? Back in my sailing days, we used silicone sealants to bed winches, etc. to the deck. Is 4200 the recommended product for this? Thanks.
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    Freedom 285 vs 307

    As a 307 owner for just about a year (but do not trailer), can only respond to this one: "307 owners: is it even possible to think you purchased too large a boat?" On the water, I can't imagine any answer other than "no." Usually just two of us aboard, sometimes 4. Never felt the least bit...
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    What is the purpose of these small keys?

    Thanks, all. Fishtales' comments sound like a good idea.
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    What is the purpose of these small keys?

    I purchased my 2012 Freedom 307 almost 7 months ago, and don't have contact with the former owner. I came across the small keys shown in the photo, but haven't been able to figure out their purpose. Can anyone shed some light for me? Thanks.
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    Freedom 307 total draft?

    I bought a 2012 307 last August (twin Yamaha 300's), and am wondering what the total draft - to bottom of engines - is. I know that the hull draft is published as 22". Anyone know what the total draft is? (I know that I can measure the engine reach below the hull next time I get to the...