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    Looking for Anchor Windlass suggestions

    When I had my 208 (I upgrade to 232 last year), I had this one Lewmar installed it worked great. Lewmar 6656211967-310 Kit - Pro-Fish 700 6Mm-7Mm-1/4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WIGZ52C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y6YEXFB29HSSR6FW8Z2M?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
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    Tongue weight for gulfstream

    thanks for the tips especially about measuring from the transom. The trailer is a brand new venture VATB8025. It’s a little bigger, but was recommended based on potential weight if I have a full tank of fuel, etc (I won’t tow long distance with a full tank or heavy items). The trailer was...
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    Tongue weight for gulfstream

    I am using a tongue weight scale that my marina owner let me borrow - and yes it was level, but I will make sure of that when I re-weigh it. Thank you!
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    Tongue weight for gulfstream

    Yes glad you mentioned that! My ball mount on the Tahoe was too low - didn’t notice until I got the boat home. I raised it and now it’s level, so hopefully that helps. I will do some test rides over the next month or so. My local mechanic also mentioned tow bars that are made to help with...
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    Tongue weight for gulfstream

    Thank you, Dennis
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    Heading home with my Gulfstream

    Congrats! I just upgraded from 208 Adventure to a Gulfstream 232. Mine is a 2008 with twin 150’s. I am towing with 2017 Tahoe, so far it’s doing the job. I should have it in the water by the weekend. Enjoy yours!!
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    Tongue weight for gulfstream

    Question on tongue weight - for my 232 Gulfstream my tongue weight is low, about 350lbs. I am looking to double that for more stability and less sway. Does anyone have experience with how far to move my stanchion forward to gain the weight? I can go about 6 inches forward, but not sure if that...