Recent content by patrick16

Prefer custom or semi custom fit. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks and Happy New Year!

I would like to repower my 2004 232 (currently has a Yamaha 225 with 1,700 hrs) with a low hour Yamaha 300. I am concerned about buying a used motor without seeing it run. Does anyone know of a reputable used motor dealer or marketplace? Thanks, Patrick

Great info. Thank you all.

I am looking at an upgrade from my 2004 257 and I really like the idea of the Skyhook feature for fishing. However, I have heard that the electronic steering can be a lot less reliable than the hydraulic steering. Does anyone have any opinions/insight they can share? Thanks, Patrick

Thank you!

On my 2004 257 Advance the top piece of the livewell drain pipe disintegrated. Does anyone know where I can buy a new pipe? The top appears to have been glued. Thanks!

Does the joy stick feature on twin Yamahas have the feature to hold a GPS position when fishing? Does the joy stick feature have any downside other than cost? Thanks.

Thank you!

On the Grady's with cabins, Will a/c and other accessories work off shore power, or does the generator need to be running?

I have owned both center consoles and cabin style Gradys. The center consoles are great for fishing but lack storage space. My kids like to dive, spearfish and rod and reel fish. The cabin would provide extra storage and the ability to sleep out if we wanted, but the center console is more...

Why are there no hatches in the floor/deck of Grady boats? Can they be added?

I bought a 2004 257 Advance last year in Sarasota. The boat had low hours on the twin 150's (260), but needed some clean up and minor repairs. No trailer. I paid $48,000. I hope that helps.

Thank you for sharing the cost info. That is very helpful.

I have a 2004 232 Gulfstream which I love, but seems underpowered with a single Yamaha 225. When we have a full boat, I struggle to get on plane. Does anyone have an idea of the cost to upgrade to a single Yamaha single 300 or 350? Is there any value in the old 225 with 1,600 hours? Thanks...

I just tried to buy a quart of Spectrum gel coat which is color matched to my boat and it was over $200. Are there any other options? Thanks, Patrick