Recent content by seansylva

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    Trailer Guide posts for 2003 Grady White 180 Sportsman

    Hey fellow Grady Owners. I have a bunk trailer with only two bunks and no other guides other than the front bow roller. I've decided I could benefit from some guide posts to help keep the boat centered over the trailer in the event there is wind when, and there always is, pulling my boat. If...
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    Storage on a 180 Sportsman/Fisherman

    Hi Byram. I don't have a T-Top so that does limit my storage. Thanks for the reply
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    Storage on a 180 Sportsman/Fisherman

    I have a new-to-me 2003 Sportsman 180 that I'll be launching for the first time this summer. I've been collecting all the necessary gear (life jackets, throwable, fenders, dock lines, collapsable paddle...ect) and I'm curious if the collective wisdom has found any unique storage ideas for...
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    Where do you store your gear on your 180 Sportsman

    I have a new-to-me 2003 Sportsman 180 that I'll be launching for the first time this summer. I've been collecting all the necessary gear (life jackets, throwable, fenders, dock lines, collapsable paddle...ect) and I'm curious if the collective wisdom has found any unique storage ideas for...
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    WTB/ISO Sportsman 180

    They are both nice. I decided against a dual console because a friend mentioned that with a dual console, it sort of forces everyone to sit rather than stand and the the helm does the same.
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    WTB/ISO Sportsman 180

    Hi Southshore Fisherman. Yes, I found a 2003 Sportsman 180 last fall. It needs a little maintenance but overall ok. Survey found no glaring problems other that the transom is a little wet, which is the case for all gradys. I'll be looking to have that addressed but haven't had luck finding...
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    New to me first boat 2003 Grady White sportsman 180

    I just picked up a new to me 2003 Grady White sportsman 180 with a 2003/04 yamaha 150 4 stroke. This is my first boat so i'll likely be posting a lot since I have a lot to learn. I need to have the bang plate replaced and the transom sealed but its currently not rotted but a little wet but...
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    Grady Transom inspection

    Yes, I leaned heavily on the motor with it up and I also, very jerckily put the motor down with the power trim button on the motor and watched for flex and saw none. There is also zero cracking or crazing in the motor well.
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    Grady Transom inspection

    This is on a boat that I'm thinking of purchasing and trying to decide if I should do so.
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    Grady Transom inspection

    The boat is on a trailer currently.
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    Grady Transom inspection

    I know this subject has probably been beaten to death but I'll risk it. I'm looking at a 2003 grady white sportsman. The boat is in excellent condition but I did notice the bang plate on the transom is eaten away and there is a slight bow, just at the top (see photo). I have thumped the whole...
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    WTB/ISO Sportsman 180

    HI All. I'm new to group and looking for my first boat. I've been looking for a while and even checked out a few boats- some were not for me and one I lost out to an earlier bird. I'm looking for a Sportsman 180 1998 or newer. Thank you