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for sure that is just for transport and storage. As soon as the boat is boarded all those rods gotta go to the hardtop (if you have one) that’s 6 slots, plus the four in gunwale holders and four under the gunwale and remaining 4 2-pc can stay in the cabin. That’s a max capacity of 18 rods...

I have a 208 as well. Rod length is an issue in the cabin (one piece rods). I remove the anchor locker panel and there is enough room for 7ft rods to lay down with tips poking into the locker.

Ok. As I think about it, if they are wired in parallel when running on both, then when one starts going bad, it will be “supported” by the other and likely accelerating its demise. I was examining the config on my 208 recently which is a 2021 but similar battery layout and electronics loads...

I would go with quality AGM batteries, they are more tolerant of discharge, and generally more robust. I have not had great experience lately with the quality of batteries. I would use a Marine battery for sure hoping for a better build quality. While most batteries are made by relatively few...

It is odd that both batteries seem to be bad at once. No? For sure they are likely due for replacement but you may have a charging system problem. in my (automotive, not marine), a low voltage indicator with a running engine is a charging system issue. Not sure what gauge package you had but...

My smaller 208 has small front cockpit drains (forward of the helm seating) that go directly overboard just above the waterline. I’d be pretty surprised if Grady designed a deck drain that went to the bilge on bigger boats. The drain holes are definitely small on my rig and I could see a bit of...

Between the boats in question I would choose larger. Have ridden in some snotty seas on a Sailfish with 300’s and it does really well, owner is super happy with boat and power. I hear you on running costs and am very happy with the miniature Sailfish a/k/a 208 that I bought this year. I...

Call or email Ken at PropGods. They will help select a prop. Just helped me and lots of others have same experience. Plus, if the prop is not right they will exchange until you do get it right. Good luck with the power upgrade!

The storage bins are a great location. I don’t really use them. I don’t want to lose the porta potti location since my girls use that to pee on cruising days. The well in front of the porta potty would work. Easy install and access and can build a cover over the top but I use that location...

Yeah I don’t have that skill to make that multi-dimensional part, or the tool, or a shop.

So you fabricated that piece with the sheet metal folding tool. I forget what that is called. I have seen that at the body shop/fabricators. Looks like some work in cardboard to get the dimensions and angles correct before the cutting and bending, and fabricating hold down strap attachments.

Thanks, really helpful pics and advice.

Nice install! @Mustang7565fbk pointed me to your post. I think I saw some pics of an install in a sailfish, liked the mounting and there was enough room to lay the unit down in the walkway versus up on the cabin or gunwale but that’s a lot bigger boat. I would probably do the bow mount...

Oh that last one I missed in my search. My bow mount would need to be different as I have a pulpit and windlass. I could see losing the windlass as most of the anchoring where I am at is in only 10-15 feet of water. I hadn’t thought of putting the batteries in the bilge are under the cabin...

Thanks for all the links and thoughts on a gas trolling motors, appreciate that. For my purposes I’m thinking of an electric, bow mounted GPS controlled motor. The bow-mount motors are great for holding a spot over structure without anchoring, controlling a drift in a narrow channel or over...

Any thoughts and especially pictures of mounting solutions for trolling motor and battery locations on a 208 would be appreciated. If I look at thrust requirements it seems that I will need 36v or three batteries to have around 100lb thrust. If anybody is successfully using 80lbs that would...

Installed the 14x14p Powertech SCE4 4-blade recommended by Ken at Prop Gods. Running solo with full fuel and canvas, 40 mph @5700rpm, did not need to trim out to the extreme. Overall the boat feels so much more lively. Much better acceleration and throttle sensitivity/control, and easier to...

Nice Mustang. Yeah it’s hard to beat an 8.1L engine with an Allison or a Gearstar 4L80 for real work, unless it a diesel. I’d be keeping that Suburban as well. My current boat car…not so powerful but suprisingly useful and reliable. On dry land I am an Alfa Romeo driver. Good for the drive from...