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  1. Timcan

    1999 Grady White Seafarer full enclosure/bimini top

    I have a full enclosure and Bimini top for sale original to the boat. It is in very good condition, I purchased the boat in Nov. 2020 and that was the 1st time the enclosure was used. As it was stored without use the enclosure shrank so I added zipper extenders so all the snaps fall in place...
  2. Timcan

    1998 Grady White 228 Seafarer for sale - $21,600

    Looks like it may be a scam same ad posted on our local Craigslist here in California. No state registration number on the hull also all license plates are white out.
  3. Timcan

    Removing Thru Hulls for resealing

    I had the same issue on my 228 I made my own wrench with a 3/4 pvc and it got the job done.
  4. Timcan

    yamaha 250 ox66 vs evinrude 300 etec

    I have a 1999 228 seafarer Yamaha 225 ox66 with Bimini enclosure, Powertech 4 blade prop 15 pitch, and I see 1.8-2.1mpg at cruise . What hole is your engine on and what prop are you guys using to achieve 2.5-2.8 mpg? Im located in Northern California.
  5. Timcan

    Fuel tank install

    I just finished installing my main tank as stated above Grady uses plastic/starboard wedges at least on my boat they did. I coal tar epoxied my tanks and glued(5200) 2 plastic strips to separate the tank from the deck. Anything the comes in contact with the tank should be glued on to prevent...
  6. Timcan

    Adding 9.9 kicker to 2008 tournament 225-setup

    I installed it in 2020 so far happy with the install.
  7. Timcan

    Ping Pong ball flow max scuppers

    Here is another option and they also have the spacer. http://www.duskyonline.com/scuppers.html
  8. Timcan

    Inspected Gas Tank Compartment

    If you still have the hatches open I suggest you remove the tanks and inspect the underside. I’m in the process of replacing my main tank. My tank looked great on top but it was pitted on the bottom where the 2 plastic strips that Grady installed to keep the tank from touching the deck. The...
  9. Timcan

    GW 1999 seafarer 228 fuel tank replacement

    Here are a couple other photos.
  10. Timcan

    GW 1999 seafarer 228 fuel tank replacement

    A quick update new main tank is in. I sanded the tank and quickly coated it with zinc chromate primer. Then I gave it 2 coats of Coal Tar Epoxy. I 5200 2 plastic strips on the bottom of the tank to lift it from the floor. I removed my newer auxiliary tank to coat it with Coal Tar and do the...
  11. Timcan

    228 is a beauty

    Seafarer 228 on an Easy- Loader Trailer 31 ft over all with engine down. Luckydude knows what he is talking about the 228’s extra length is worth it in my book. He has a sweet setup can’t wait to get back on it and checkout the new autopilot he installed.
  12. Timcan

    Fuel fill hose replacement.

    I’m in the process of installing a new main tank and replacing all hoses. I don’t think you need to cut an access hole especially if you only have a main fuel tank. You can do all the work accessing it under the gunnel.
  13. Timcan

    Sealing Deck Hatches

    I’m currently replacing my main fuel tank on my 99 Seafarer. Here are my observations from my experience. I pulled out the tank as a preventive maintenance to epoxy it and replace all the fuel hoses. The tank was pitted badly on the bottom where it sat on 2 plastic strips. The only pitting on...
  14. Timcan

    Mystery Part

    That would be the trim and tilt motor to your engine. If it fails you will not be able to tilt your engine up or down.
  15. Timcan

    GW 1999 seafarer 228 fuel tank replacement

    So my winter project was to replace all the fuel hoses, pull out my main tank, inspect it and done. Ha nothing is never that easy my main 92gal tank turned out to be badly pitted on the bottom so it needs replacing. The previous owner replaced the auxiliary tank but whoever did the work cut...
  16. Timcan

    Seafarer 228 fuel fill hose

    Great thank you I will look for that.
  17. Timcan

    Seafarer 228 fuel fill hose

    My Seafarer has 2 fuel tanks, I’m getting ready to replace both fuel fill hoses. For anyone who has done this how many feet of hose do I need for the job?
  18. Timcan

    Deck access plates

    It’s a good idea to to rinse the tank and check those deck plate o rings for leaks. https://www.gradywhite.com/explore/grady-owners/customer-tips/rinse-the-outside-of-your-grady-whites-gas-tank-s-with-fresh-water-at-least-twice-a-year/
  19. Timcan

    Hardtop

    There is one here for sale that might work for your boat. https://www.greatgrady.com/threads/228-hardtop-and-aluminum-frame-for-sale.31798/
  20. Timcan

    Suspension Seating for a Seafarer 228

    User JJmag has one on his boat I can’t remember the brand send him a PM. I know when I was on his boat I saw the seat in action and I think it’s worth it.