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You can get them at the Grady dealer. You need to buy the underlying switch that has a little bulb in it. Rocker tops sold separately if the writing has rubbed off. Make sure you get the foam gasket if you replace the switch.

Re: 265 Repower (espcially those with 2001 hulls) Ping jekyl or do a search. He re-powered with Yamahas and posted up a lot of info a couple of years ago.

No matter what position I put it on, it always seems to end up at the 6 o'clock position just when I hit a wave and fall forward.

Lots of help out here. Bring on the questions!!

Anybody ever retro-fit install those rods to operate seacocks? On my 2001 265, I lay almost flat on the floor to reach the seacock handles. Newer models have the rods connected to the seacock handle with a support bracket near the top - which sure looks a lot easier to operate than mine. Can...

Its a Groco 155 series pump (note spelling) and you can get them for about $400 from Depco Pump Company in Clearwater, FL 727-446-1656. The part number for my 265 was GC 155-6110-12, where the 12 is the pump height. Some of the guys re-rig their systems but I prefer to stay as stock as...

Your fuse is blowing because the pump shaft is jammed. Only way to check it is to pull the stinking thing out. Sometimes, you can work the thing loose by putting a wrench on the shaft nut and working it back and forth. That approach will only work for a while if there is any type of corrosion...

Not sure where you are located but BOW (Boat Owner's Warehouse) will have many of the latches and other misc repair parts you need. I spend a ton of money on boats.net for my OEM motor parts. Great diagrams and model-year specific info on their website. Lots of posts here and on The Hull...

On the 265, the logo is embossed right in the middle of the rear bolster along the transom. I'll try and dig up some photos.

The Wise Company in Greeleyville, SC (843) 426-2125 is the OEM supplier. If you get GW to call them, they will send you an embossed panel so you can keep the factory look on your replacements. They will have the exact color you need. Ribbed, flat panel, etc.

I was at the BGC in June and took a ride up to BB on the golf cart. The place was deserted and I wondered how they were operational. Saw a Living Social package deal a week or two ago trying to draw people in.

Doesn't matter where you put it with hydraulic steering, it will move its relative position. Be careful its not in the 6 o'clock position when you hit a big wave and are thrown forward a bit. Don't ask me how I know. :shock:

The first scratch is the most traumatic. Scratch 100 just means you are using the boat and stuff happens. Assuming you know what a spring line is, just enjoy the boat and get a touch-up kit. Or make friends with a decent body shop who can re-spray them every few years.

Good info. Thanks for sharing. Regarding the pump-out, you can clearly hear a different pump sound pitch (sloshing) when the tank is near empty. The gauge is prone to be way off if it is even working.

Had to read your last comment twice before getting your point. I assume if the lower units were swapped accidentally, there would a more dramatic problem than a slight alignment issue. Prior replies are more likely right on - check your cav plate zincs to ensure they are aligned straight back...

Has anyone tried adjusting the head unit? I have a wrench (never used) that fits the large nut on the side of my windlass. Might be wrong but I think one time I jammed the windlass and it seems the center spool separated a bit and things now seem looser on the retrieve. My chain/rope...

If it is just the pump, you can probably handle with basic skills. Step into your cabin, turn around and face the entry. Remove the 2 drawers at your left knee level and the remove the screws holding in the drawer unit. Pull out drawer unit, stick your head in the hole and look left...

I saw them at Boat Owners warehouse for about $3 each.

Prices are escalating rapidly for the old stuff. I paid a little over $4.00 a foot and had to buy a pre-cut 78 foot roll. Includes rub rail, stiffener and tubing insert - all in original dark blue. For my 2001 Express, the part numbers were F2021 / R820 / F725. They only have a few rolls...

For product, I recommend http://barbourcorp.com/ Look in the marine section. Barbour was/is an OEM supplier. Just picked up new rub rail for my 265 Express but not installed yet. I'd like some tips/techniques as well.