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    New Prop. Three blades vs four

    Talked with Ken at Propgods and he recommended 17 pitch Powertech REL3 for what I'm looking for. So be going with his recommendation soon as I have the funds. Thanks for pointing me in right direction. Going out this weekend hoping for a good haul of blues and maybe a Spanish or two!
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    New Prop. Three blades vs four

    Hotajax unfortunately Bay Propeller has closed. P-TOWN Trailer Supply has taken over building. Will contact Propgods. Thanks y'al!
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    New Prop. Three blades vs four

    Want to upgrade stock 3 blade aluminum prop to Stainless Steel. Engine is Yamie 150 4 stroke on 08 208. Fish of VA Beach, occasionally OBX and troll 90% of time. Looking for input on pros and cons of each. I know I'm looking at $350-500. Thanks.in advance
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    Fuel Vent 208 Adventure

    It's a 2008. I'll pull up the inspection plate and see what I can see. Thanks for the help Rick
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    Fuel Vent 208 Adventure

    Evening, Past weekend was fueling up, boat was on trailer, and pump handle would shut off after 15 to 20 seconds. Took forever to get 25 gallons in tank. There was abt 20 gallons in tank and was sitting slightly bow down at the pump. Research has lead to clogged fuel vent as most likely...
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    Hard Top Conversion

    Afternoon all. Looking for some insight/advice on converting my 208 from Bimini to hard top. The Bimini needs replaced, worn and couple zippers broken. What's ballpark for having a hardtop installed, will have to get new side curtains etc. Thanks Y'al!
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    Boating from Norfolk to Annaplis

    Hi All, Looking for some information about going from Norfolk up to Annapolis. Approximatly how long would it take, leaving from Little Creek, Crusing at about 25-30 mph depending on condtions of course. Place to stop along the way, marinas, places to eat etc. Will be taking the trip in...
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    In Search for a Handheld GPS

    Don't have an Android, as cell phones go I have state of the art 2003 Tech! ie a Razor! LOL! I acutally went ahead and bought a Garmin 78. I looked at 76 but went with the 78. Appricate all the input and help! Rick, Huki Lau2
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    In Search for a Handheld GPS

    Thanks, will do! Rick
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    In Search for a Handheld GPS

    I'm in the market for a handheld GPS. Looking for some input. I fish/boat mainly in Ches. Bay/NE NC area and I want to start heading off shore to Ches. Lite Tower and other wrecks. Looking to spend between $150-300. Main features I'm interested in are preloaded coastline...
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    Great Way to End the Week

    Took half day Friday and two buddies and I hit the Croaker Jackpot! Orginal plan was to catch a few small croaker off of Ft. Monroe then move over to the CBBT and see if we could entice some flounder with them and some squid/minnow sandwiches, but we found a honey hole of Croaker and decided to...
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    Height of 208 on a trailer

    My 208 sits on a bunk trailer, with bimini down she tops out just under 10ft on the trailer. Rick Capt. Huki Lau2
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    Water In Fuel alarm

    I had exact same problem when I purchased my Grady, and 08 208/150/4 stroke. At about 10hours got "Water in Fuel" alarm. The problem is the Fuel/Water Separater on the Engine itself, it's located dead center forward section of the engine when you remove the cover. When I took it in to get...
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    HELLO GW LOVERS - a possible new owner has a question.

    I own an '08 Adventure, it is my first boat and I love it! I use it mainly to fish, but have done a couple of day crusies. It is the perfect family/fishing boat. I also did lots of research before I jumped on board with Grady. After I did all my research I had it down to either the 208 or...
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    August Fishin/Cruisin Trips

    I'm planning on it. Job isn't taking me on the road till November at earliest.
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    August Fishin/Cruisin Trips

    August was pretty good month for getting on the water for me and the family. My son and I got two decent fishing trips in, plus the Admiral and I got a evening cruise in with our daughter before she left for college.
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    208 vs 228

    TF, I own a 08 208 and I love it! I fish and boat on the Ches. Bay, Atlantic and down in around the Albermarle Sound. She is solid and handles like a dream. The admiral and I even took her on a day cruise up the Dismal Swamp Canal, which is windy, narrow and can get shallow. I have had 3...
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    Oregan Inlet

    Hey y'al, I'm considering doing some fishing off Hatteras Seashore, Oregan Inlet is closest ocean access for me. Looking for some advice on transiting the inlet. I know it's tricky on best day. If anyone has gone in/out thru there tips and advice is welcome. Thanks! Rick
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    Sunglasses for Fishing

    I wear Oakley, M Frame, with full sweep to protect from side glare, polorized of course. They work great for me! Rick Capt. Hukil Lau2
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    Dismal Swamp Canal Cruise

    Wandering if anyone has taken a cruise up through Dismal Swamp Canal. Looking to take day cruise through there with the Admiral on Mom's Day, plan on departing from E.City Coast Guard base. I've combed internet and have lock/bridge info, just curious for some first hand expierence. Thanks in...