Recent content by twoboater

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    use anchor locker as hatch

    Hello, I have a 1983 204 Overnighter. I wondered if anyone has removed the rope locker from the front of the cabin and converted it to a cabin hatch. I did a search but did not find anything. The well that the anchor sits in is half-way detached so I'm thinking of just pulling it out...
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    minimum hp for GW 19' tournament

    If you have to under-power invest in a stainless steel prop. It will improve both hole-shot and top speed.
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    Bottom Paint - Trailerable Boat

    Pete 1313's bottom pics look as though there is growth on the paint that wasn't washed off that's making it look crappy. New paint would look nearly as bad after it dries if it's not pressure-washed or scrubbed after hauling. If you trailer it each time just a quick rinse is all it needs. Use an...
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    A new way to install trim tabs

    I like how you did this. after looking at the pics I had an idea to counter-sink bolts in the fiberglass pads from the back side and use them as mounting studs for your tabs instead of self-tapping screws. Nice work.
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    New member old Grady

    Yeah, I saw that too! Hopin' it goes ok. at least it was real short money to buy the boat.
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    New member old Grady

    Thanks for your replies. You Guys really get down to brass tacks! As you discussed, I can try different props if there is any issue. Time will tell I guess! But more about the boat. I put a moisture meter to the transom, dry as a bone! No cracking anywhere. The interior cushions like new...
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    New member old Grady

    Hello All, I'm new to this site but not Grady-Whites. I just bought my 2nd Overnighter 20 and third Grady. I've owned two 24's in the past. this latest one is a "barn fresh" 1983 204 c, to be named, "Retro-Grady". It's really in fantastic shape. The gas tank was replaced when it was re-powered...