Recent content by TerryP

Hi Bob, This is a little late-haven't visited for a while, so I hope you're still watching for replies. I have a 226 which is almost as heavy as the 228 and have no problem towing with a 5.4l Ford Expedition and never had to use 4wd on a ramp, either. If you're towing in flat country (I'm in...

Sorry to hear about your problem, mate. I have a 2008 Seafarer and have never heard the sound you describe nor has anyone mentioned it in forums I read. I would look first to my dealer for assistance. If there's no solution there, contact Grady White customer service via the web or phone. In my...

My 226 with f250 gets about 3mpg at 4000 rpm which is 29-30 mph. Rough water decreases this slightly.

Right, a three bank charger would be best. It's possible to charge multiple batteries in the same bank,i.e. your two starting batteries, with one output of a dual charger by connecting the batteries in parallel. However, battery people say it's best to charge each battery separately because they...

I put my charger on the inside of the front wall of the battery compartment. There was nothing complicated about the installation or the electrical connections. It was a little frustrating trying to hold washers and lock washers between the unit's mounting holes and the compartment wall in the...

I just went through this process for my Seafarer. After much research, I bought and installed a dual-bank (10 amps/bank) NOCO Genius charger. Several years ago, I put a Dual Pro charger in an earlier boat and also liked it very much. I don't think you could go wrong with either brand. Both are...

My New Boat Congratulations. Seeing the 208 several years ago is what got me hooked on Grady. I wound up with a 226 but for what I do (up to 20 miles out or so) I think the 208 would have worked just as well. In many ways the Adventurer is the most amazing boat in the GW lineup--great lines, GW...

My 226 with F250, no hard top, 2 people, 3/4 tank gas will do 46-47 WOT in calm water. That's according to Yamaha speedo, not GPS, but generally the two agree pretty closely. Not sure what prop I have on. The F225 should be very close. I don't know how heavily loaded you are, but 38 mph...

I recently went through this same process and chose the 226. Each style has advantages and disadvantages. People tell me the handling characteristics are different, especially when backing. Many feel that a closed transom boat is safer, but not everyone. Research this topic on...

I recently purchased a 226 Seafarer with Yamaha 250 4 stroke. No name yet. Based in Edgewater, FL.