Recent content by Renegade_Master

I just purchased the US East Navionics charts for $149.99 two weeks ago, for my Garmin Echomap UHD 73SV. This was NOT the Vision+ version with the relief shading, so I was initially kicking myself when I read that the Navionics Vision+ NVUS007 was on sale for the SAME PRICE as the version I...

I bought a used seafarer from a private party several months ago, and have noticed that it will sway. I’m towing with a Ford F250, in very good condition, and the trailer has just passed its safety inspection. I suspect the trailer is not balanced for the boat. Would a trailer retailer be able...

I picked up my 228 this year, after solo launching a 17 ft cc for years. I took it for a test run a few weeks ago, solo, and found it to be the same drill. Before backing down the ramp, attach lines to front and rear cleats but leave them in the boat. Back her down until you see the aft part of...

I don't have any cross members. I just ordered some 1708 and plan to do 2 layers of that over the core. I understand leaving a gap around the edges but I'm not sure what you mean by "tuck the cloth". I can see the weakness in how Grady did it originally and don't want a repeat of the weak...

Thanks, all. I really appreciate the feedback, links, and tips. I'm still trying to figure out what kind of core to use, but I've scrapped my idea of using 10 oz fabric in favor of chopped strand mat. I also plan to use epoxy resin...will probably p/u West System 105 with 206 hardener, based on...

I plan to reglass the underside of the fuel-tank hatch on my 89 Searfarer. The previous owner stored the boat outside without cover and the plywood became saturated and the glass has delaminated. When I removed the delaminated fiberglass layer, I noticed that Grady had used small plywood...

Is the “buyer protection fee” you reference a feature of PayPal? What is the best way to transfer $ for person-to-person transactions?

I’ve just wrapped up requiring my 89 Seafarer, and I expect there are a lot of similarities. The breaker can go between the battery switch and fuse panel, but it should be positioned very close to the battery switch. The 4 AWG to fuse panel is overkill (unnecessary $), especially with a 30 amp...

DennisG, thanks! I’m running out out of budget on the restore for my Seafarer and have no problem picking up needle and thread. Good advice!

Norcoastal, I’m interested if you want to try messaging me. 541-760-4696

Can someone with an 89ish Seafarer with cushions on the rear transom seats (on either side of the livewell) post of few pics. My boat had no cushions at purchase and I'd like to make new ones similar to the originals. Also did Grady put a cushions on the exterior bow seat? Mine has snaps that...

I appreciate the responses but I guess I'm more interested in trying to figure out what to do if I can't get the test propeller the service manual calls for. The OMC P/N is 436080 and none of those listed on ebay are that P/N. That part number, or an alternate, is not listed for sale anywhere...

The service manual for my ‘94 Johnson (225, TXERK) calls for use of a test prop for various procedures (such as setting max advance). These are not easy to find and even used ones on eBay are pricey. Can someone explain what a test prop does? Are there alternatives?

The boat is a 1989 and she has teak trim around the helm and cockpit. The door to the cuddy is teak as well as cuddy trim pieces. The photos show the trim at the base of the gunnel-bolster area and the rails near the deck of gunnel-mounted fishing rod holders. I saw a photo someone had posted...