Recent content by MikeMadBch

So, I still haven't figured out how to put photos on the site, but, I'm working on it. My new (to me) Grady is doing well. I think she's happy to be getting so much attention. She's resting comfortably on my lift and she gets some attention every few days. While I still haven't managed to...

Well, we made it home without incident. Another 70+ miles and she ran like a champ. Due to inclement weather we were forced to take the ICW home for everyone's comfort. A 3+ hour ride in 4-5 footers and lots of wind would be no fun at all. So, we took the 5+ hour route through the ICW and...

Well, we did it. We decided to roll the dice and take the boat on our Memorial Day weekend trip as planned, even though we've only had the boat for about 30 hours prior to our departure. The good news is that the boat ran perfectly on the nearly-70 mile trip from my home to our vacation...

UPDATE. HOORAY!! After much waiting and significant frustration, I brought the boat home tonight. Yes, tonight, in the dark - one day before leaving on a 70 mile (one way) trip for the holiday weekend. We started the purchase on May 3rd, and due to a very thorough, although forgetful...

Good to see another newbie here. I'm picking up my 1995 Sailfish 272 tomorrow morning to bring her to her new home. I've never owned a Grady White before, but their reputation (and a good deal) made me go for it. Good luck with yours. I hope to see some posts and photos soon. I'll be...

Tucker, thanks for the continued guidance. Great tip on the 2 micron seps. Will also definitely check the oil tank filters. I'm sure the PO did not do that, doesn't seem like the hands on mechanical type. I'm definitely no mechanic either, but I can follow directions and not afraid to get my...

UPDATE - Motors are back together, boat's in the water. Sea trial tomorrow. Tucker - you were correct - not OX66's. My mistake. :doh I'm hoping all is well and we'll be bringing her home before the week's over. Ready to go fishing and cruising. Thanks to all for the input and advice...

Re: Grady 265 with flush mount raymarine C90W and Edson Whee That is a sweet looking setup :goodjob

Thank you for the great posts and advice. All advice has been noted and will be put into practice. Here's an update on the progress of the transaction: Seller has authorized any/all repairs necessary to get the motors in good order. The compression test revealed no issues - even...

I've been looking for 'just the right boat' for some time now (budget being an issue) and have found what appears to be a good deal on a 272 Sailfish, 1995, with 200hp Yamaha OX66's (also 1995). I have a contract on the boat, with sea trial next week, after some repairs are completed. Had a...