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I had an '03 F225. From what I recall, the service manual stated that the impeller should be changed every 3 yrs, or 500 hrs. Something like that. I changed mine after 3 yrs. Easy job to do.

Being a Lake Erie fisherman myself, I dread the thought of these asian carp making they're way into the Great Lakes. But given how far they've made it, it's only a matter of time. There'll come a day when you can forget about operating a boat in fresh water unless you don't mind getting knocked...

The best OMC mechanic in this area once told me that it takes about 10 seconds running an impeller dry to begin to cause it damage. But why take a chance. Just don't run it dry. I always replace my impellers at the scheduled intervals and the old ones ussually look like new. However...

That was my primary reason for selling my Grady. Two very active Sons, ages 10 and 13. All their seasons overlap. It was getting harder and harder to find time to use my boat. Not to mention that it was a 145 mile drive to where I kept it. This past year I had only used it 5.5 hrs. I didn't feel...

You could even be charged with manslaughter if someone dies in that accident. Happened up this way not too long ago. Neglegent tow vehicle operator forgot to secure safety chains. Trailer came unhitched and crashed into another car killing both occupants. Driver of tow vehicle went to prison...

For me it's more like "Still wish I had my Grady". Man that was one sweet boat. Nicest boat I ever owned, or maybe will ever own. Certainly no regrets buying that boat. Would certainly buy another.

Every article (and I do mean every) that I have ever read on this subject has stated to store tanks full. From what I have read, it is even more important to do so if you have E10 in your tank. September is when I begin using stabilizer in my fuel because I never know when something is going...

Perhaps I'm stating the obvious, but it must be strictly a saltwater related issue. My 2003 F225 was still like new when I sold it earlier this month, but it had never seen salt. That was one sweeeet motor. Best motor I ever owned.

I found a product similar to Plexus, but IMO, way better. It's called "Protect All". Only problem is, it's hard to find. It also does a spectacular job on Grady rub rails. I always use soft terri-cloth towels to clean. Never use a paper towel. Rolled, never fold. Store it in that nice...

When I bought my Grady back in '04, I saw a transom rebuild in progress on a mid-80s Offshore. The glass guys at the dealership were doing it from the inside (just like you did) and their reasoning was the same. Leaving the outer glass intact. I would think the outer hull would be where the...

Sand is an abrasive. When you apply sand to get coat and there is movement between the two, the gel coat gets worn.

Don't over think it. Nothing lasts forever, including us. I just sold my first ever Grady White (an '03 226) and I can honestly say Grady builds a damn fine boat ! ! ! Regardless of construction (and I think Grady's are top notch in that regard), the areas that Grady blows away the...

That manufacturer eventually agreed to my terms, but I had to sign a confidentiallity agreement, so no, I can't say who built it. A core is nothing more than just that. Doesn't matter if it's wood or something else. Where they used to place a hunk of wood, now they place a hunk of foam (be...

Before I bought my Grady, I had purchased a brand new boat of a different brand (ie. Not a Grady). When I went to drill the holes to mount the transducer mounting plate, water came out. There was a void between the non-wood core and the outer layers of glass. The void extended to a location that...

I believe it was 1998 when they began using the Greenwood XL product, but it's been nearly 5 years since I investigated that. Agree with BobP, Grady customer service is the best source for that information. I have so little time to think about boating these days, I can't even find the time...

I deal exclusively with Shipyard Island Marine for all of my Yamaha parts.

A product called "Protect All" makes a rubrail shine like new.

If you are mechanically inclined, you should have no trouble changing an impeller. In fact, you will find it to be an easy job. I do my own impeller changes. Been doing them for about 25 yrs now. I even change 'em for friends and family's boats. One thing, get a service manual for that motor. If...

According to 3m, seasick is correct. 4200 and 5200 share the same SEALING properties. It's the ADHESION properties where they differ.

I made a transducer mounting plate out of 3/4" starboard as your decribing. I used table saw to cut an angle on the bottom edge so that it would be parrallel with the hull bottom. I also routed the top edge round so that it would not chafe the transducer cables. I installed mine with 5 screws...