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    87' Evinrude 150hp on 1987 overnighter WOT

    I would imagine that wot rpms should be around 5000 for that engine, so something is not right. Many times when boat sits for extended times, it needs to run a while to clear up and run right. I would first check condition and age of current fuel, boat bottom for smoothness, check all bilge &...
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    Transom Rot Rebuild on a 94 Tournament 192

    I've seen people do various Grady transoms from the outside, but when I did a 22' Seafarer I owned, after thorough research, decided to do a recore from the inside. My reasons were, (1) stringer connections to transom are critical for strength of structure, and I wanted to be certain they were...
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    Boat buying advice

    The most important, and most problematic issue with boats of this vintage is transom and stringer deterioration. The transoms and stringers both have wood cores and if water gets into them, they will eventually rot and weaken. The notched transoms (like one in pic) are notorious for allowing...
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    Fuel tank project is complete

    Looks great!
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    Buying an “underpowered” gulfstream

    I agree with above posts. 225hp is on the low side for powering a Gulfstream, but if it will get up on plane with full load of fuel, 4 or 5 people, plus gear, etc., and meets your speed requirements, and you can get it at a very good price, then maybe it's the one for you. Recommend a sea trial...
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    Fuel lines

    I'm just finishing up pulling both tanks, replacing one, and reinstalling them, along with all new fill lines, vent lines, and supply lines to outboards. I paid approximately $12-14 a foot for 1 1/2" fill line, and $2-2.50 foot for 3/8" supply lines.
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    Hose stretcher needed,,,,,,,

    I've had good luck duct taping end of new hose to end of old one, and pulling in new line while pulling out old.
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    Hose stretcher needed,,,,,,,

    I'm just finishing up pulling both tanks, replacing one and returning other after pressure testing, etc. Also pulled and replaced all fuel and vent lines with new, and glad I did because they were really dry and didn't look so good. I personally would never splice a fuel line, especially under a...
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    Cockpit drain hose replacement

    I'm not familiar with the Sailfish layout, but am currently replacing cockpit, baitwell, and other floor drains throughout my Gulfstream. What I wanted to say to you is that rear cockpit drains on this boat are two part. lower elbow drain that attaches to drain hose, which can be preattached to...
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    New boat contract signed and check is in the mail.

    Congratulations!
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    Towing a 282 Sailfish

    Tongue weight article= https://goneoutdoors.com/set-up-boat-trailer-boat-5711721.html
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    Cost of gel coat

    I'm no expert, but I believe that the "diamond pattern" on our cockpit floors is established in the forms used to build boat, then gelcoat is first sprayed into form followed by fiberglass. Not really sure if it can be duplicated from the outside in, but maybe somebody knows.
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    1986 22 seafair

    I agree with others here that you need to assess this complete boat/motor/trailer at this point before you start repairing items. Let's start with what you have: 1986 Grady Seafarer/? Yamaha 225 maybe/trailer. Let's say for the sake of conversation that you could go and buy a similar setup like...
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    Gone Off The Deep End

    Looking good!
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    1986 22 seafair

    Here is a link to determine Yamaha outboard info. Should help you out some. https://www.murrayyachtsales.com/decoding-yamaha-outboard-motor-model-number-and-manufacture-date-mfg-date/ Here is another: https://impremedia.net/yamaha-outboard-motor-serial-number-lookup/
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    1986 22 seafair

    Well, the price sounds great, so you're off to a good start. Personally, I would start with a good power washing so you can climb around the boat some. One quick easy way of checking for water in transom core is to remove any screws holding trim tabs, transducer, speed sensor, etc on lower...
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    1986 22 seafair

    First and foremost, determine the condition of transom core, stringers, and bulkheads. These all have wood cores and are subject to water intrusion and rotting. They can each have you over-invested in time and money before you know it. I have rebuilt several Grady transoms, stringers, etc., and...
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    1996 Seafarer project needs: need resource help

    I doubt vey much you will be able to find "new old stock" of most of the cushion items you mentioned. You can look around ebay, boat classifieds, and maybe place an ad here "want to buy", and maybe find some used clean examples. You could try contacting Grady White and perhaps that can hook you...
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    Well, here goes!

    Congratulations, and fair seas! She's a beauty!
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    Might be moving to FLA

    I ran a 22' Seafarer offshore east coast, Fl (Vero Beach) for years without any problems. Like anywhere else you need to watch the weather, and choose the right days. My last 22' Grady which I repowered with twin Tohatsu 115s is running back and forth from Miami to Bimini and back, by it's new...