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    1986 overnighter fish boxes

    What you can do to prevent the sloshing of bait is to mount a removable divider. Lexan type material or starboard, with holes drilled in it so the water can circulate. Not sure about the size of the bait you use but it works well with minnows and such.
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    225 OX66 Service issues with local Grady dealer in Ohio

    Can't help you on this issue but have seen posts on thehulltruth , there have been quite a few threads on this subject. I am a tech in another field and can understand your frustration. I also would like to know if you find a qualified tech in Ohio for future reference. Nothing like wanting...
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    Thru hulls - 1997 Grady Adventure

    Too bad your not closer I'd install them for $500...seriously there not too bad to do if think you are capable. Helps to have long skinny arms!
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    saltwater wash down issue

    Sounds like it could be the pressure switch, mine had corroded connections.
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    Rigging Another Jet Ski For Fishing

    I was wondering why all the rod holders?
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    Fire In The Sky

    As usual you take some awsome pictures. Thx
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    Water Ski Tow Rope Attachment 208 Adventure

    How does that work for you? Are you able to get more air? Maybe I should try that for skiing.
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    1989 208 Thru Hull Question

    If you could, can you tell me if you found a decent price on the thru hull fittings and where. I need to do this soon also.
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    86 204c inshore ocean

    I think he meant 8 to 10 miles...
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    Cracked pipe on hardtop tower

    Had the same issue... crack right under the weld, had my friend weld it up. No bolts were loose.
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    Kicker motor

    I did google and alot has been said about this, even before on this forum :hmm
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    Kicker motor

    Setting up a 9.9 kicker on my 208 and have a question...do I hook into my fuel/water separator ? It has a port that is plugged and I thought I could tap in there. Or do I need to have a valve to change from main motor to kicker ? Thanks in advance, Tom
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    208 prop and wot question

    Thanks for the replies, I ordered a yamaha manual so I will be able to check into that end when it arrives. Will post an update in the next few weeks.
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    208 prop and wot question

    Compression is 115 for all the cylinders. New plugs, fuel filters. It did sit for a year or two. I'm thinking about carbs also...guess I should invest in yamaha repair manual.
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    208 prop and wot question

    Hey Guys, I just purchased a 95 208 with a 200 yamaha 2 stroke, has the hardtop and trim tabs. This is not my first boat but my first yamaha. I have a 13 1/4 x 16 1/2 p prop and wot is 5000 rpm, speed is roughly 32mph. This is with trim tabs up and motor trimmed up just enough for best speed...