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  1. Ryhlick

    228 Seafarer to a 258 Journey?

    Having owned a 228 for 6 years and love it. I think the 228 is the biggest small boat out there. All that said, the Journey 258 with twin 150's is another level of boat. Ride quality is same to better than the 228 but you are also 2 feet longer. I fish regularly on a 258 (10-15 days a...
  2. Ryhlick

    Gulfstream 232 vs Journey 258 deck space

    Having fished on both several times, all I can say is the Journey is a way better ride.
  3. Ryhlick

    TRANSDUCERS

    I love my B175hw for finding tuna in that are in mid water column. I usually set my depth to 250' while I'm out chasing albacore here in the pacific nw. I regularly see bait while running and will stop and drop jigs or start to troll. My 175hw will read depths down to 800-900, but with very...
  4. Ryhlick

    What to use AGM or wet cell batteries on a Yamaha 225 ox66

    I am going on my 3rd season with AGM's in my 228. I have a 2001 ox 66 225 and it works just fine, no issues.
  5. Ryhlick

    1999 228 SEAFARER

    Pull the front floor hatch and you will see it there. That's at least where it is in my 99.
  6. Ryhlick

    Seaspension install on a 228

    Lucky, I think you are going to enjoy the sea post, definitely takes a lot of the edge off. I also use this gorilla anti-fatigue pad on the floor under the helm. Gorilla Grip Anti Fatigue Cushioned Kitchen Floor Mats, Thick Ergonomic Standing Office Desk Mat, Waterproof Scratch Resistant...
  7. Ryhlick

    Rod holders

    Not too pricey, if you go with the black base. The way I always look at it is, each one of my fishing setups is pricey as well. Burnewiin system is a great upgrade with the fender holders, rod holders and what ever else you want. I had 2 OEM ones break, the bottom half must have corroded to...
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    Rod holders

    The standards are 30 degree, but one of the best upgrades I have done to my 228 was to put Burnewiin rod holders on my boat. Check them out, I do not know anyone who regrets their purchase.
  9. Ryhlick

    2006 seafarer 228

    I don't think it is about the top end speed with a 228 / 226, I would want it for the low end grunt. I regularly fish albacore with 3 guys and 400lbs of ice and all the gear. Now pile on 30 fish and things get heavy quickly. The torque of a 250 or 300 would be nice for offshore fishing...
  10. Ryhlick

    228 offshore

    I run my 228 regularly 50+ miles offshore chasing albacore out of Garibaldi or Illwaco. They are an amazing small boat that will handle way more than I would ever want to. That being said, I pick my days and I carry a life raft, epirb, survival suits, plb's, and all the other necessary safety...
  11. Ryhlick

    Thinking about air ride seats for my 228

    You're going to love it and what a generous gesture you did. Well done...
  12. Ryhlick

    Thinking about air ride seats for my 228

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/PHE4boV7uXJNXgfE7
  13. Ryhlick

    Thinking about air ride seats for my 228

    Lucky, Sorry about the recent health issues, but I am stoked you're still getting after it. I put a SeaSpension seat base in my 228 a couple of years ago. I also suffer from back issues, and this has made a huge difference. Between the SeaSpension seat base and a Gorilla floor mat where my...
  14. Ryhlick

    How far out in the ocean would you travel from land?

    I have a yamaha 9.9 hi-thrust on my 228, it will push you along just fine even in a decent amount of current. I know some people don't care for a kicker, but to me you would be a fool to go offshore with out a back up.
  15. Ryhlick

    Wise Coaming Bolster Pad - GW - 228

    I used www.https://www.affordableboatcushions.com out of Florida and they did a good job and are reasonable.
  16. Ryhlick

    What have you done to your Grady lately?

    That looks. great, did you cut the plexiglass yourself?
  17. Ryhlick

    Gulfstream 232 vs Journey 258 deck space

    My fishing partner has a Journey 258 and I have spent many days on that boat in all kinds of weather. I have spent 5 or 6 days fishing on a gulfstream 232 and I much prefer the 258. The ride is much better on the 258 compared to the 232 in sloppy conditions and I attribute that to waterline...
  18. Ryhlick

    Pulling the trigger on a pilot house on the 228

    looks amazing, out of curiosity are you going to install windshield wipers on her?
  19. Ryhlick

    Seafarer 228 Transom Rot?

    I have a 1999 228 and mine is dry as well. Replaced the trim tabs and rebedded the swim platform. All the areas I drilled and filled, were in great shape. Being that the 228 doesn’t have the dreaded band cap, I think this models transom is less of an issue.
  20. Ryhlick

    Live well removal

    Not sure why you are taking the lid off? I have replaced my pump on my 228 a few times and never took the lid off. Undo the the lift arm and then the screws around the top.