Recent content by G243

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    Selling Grady need advice

    Thanks for the tip. I'll check boatrader.com for some comps.
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    Selling Grady need advice

    I'd like some advice on what is a realistic asking price for my 1994 center console 24 ft "Chase 243" (26'-11" Overall) It's powered by a 2006 Yamaha 250 TUR and sits on a custom trailer by Owens and Sons. The trailer is less than two years old. It has the torsion axles 4 stainless brakes and...
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    Transom angle

    That is funny. :mrgreen: Just got back from Lowe's. Finally had a break from the rain so it's time to get going. And yes, I gotta admit I tend to overthink the easy stuff. Lol
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    Transom angle

    Can anyone tell me what the transom angle is for a Chase model. I need to remove the engine to do some transom work and will be making an engine stand. I think it's 12*. I know it's not a big deal but I'd like to have it right. Might help when I remove the engine and it matches the stand. I am...
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    SeaStar Fluid

    I recently replaced my leaking seals at the engine steering unit and then bled the system. I used the Phillips 66 fluid and it works great. I was fortunate enough to buy it from our local airport so it I saved shipping. Nothing wrong with buying the SeaStar branded fluid if it makes you feel...
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    Steering replacement

    I suggest you repair your existing cable system since the cost of the Sea Star is very expensive. I have the Sea Star and it is a good way to go if you want the upgrade.
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    Adding a Porta-Pottie

    Thanks Dennis. I'll do just that.
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    Drain Replacement

    While I am not sure about the Marlin it looks like your transome is similar to my chase. I removed the trash can on the Port side and hung upside down to complete the work. You can cut an access hatch but I wouldn't if you can otherwise do the job. I'm an old overweight guy so if I can do it...
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    Adding a Porta-Pottie

    I've been looking into buying a porta-pottie for my 243 Chase. It's almost identical to the 263 Chase so if you have a porta-pottie set up on your 263 please add advice. I want the simplest set up without a pump out and understand I'll have to remove the tank to empty. Can anybody tell me...
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    Tips on Using Salt Away

    I cannot thank you enough for the details. The water path is what I was looking for.
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    Transom fitting for engine rigging hose

    I am about to replace a tired worn out rigging hose on my Chase with a Yamaha F250, but I am not sure how this should be secured to the transom. Right now the hose is just plunged into a rubber seal on the transom without any watertight connection. It's my guess that something is missing. Any...
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    Removing Stern Seat Back Cushion

    Glad you asked this question. I need to remove mine after some other work. I did want to ask if you added that access hatch adjacent to the Port aft section. I may do that or something like it.
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    Interpreting HID numbers

    Some interesting stuff and helpful comments. Wish we had more year for year reports just to satisfy our interest for our GreatGrady's.
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    Interpreting HID numbers

    It really would make sense if they started at 001. If so I guess somebody had to have the number 243 and I won. Lol
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    Interpreting HID numbers

    Thank you for the information. According to your details my serial number is 243 built in April (D). I can't help but wonder if my hull was the first Chase built. Perhaps they began with the new design being a CH243.