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    proper trolling kicker size

    Yep, that's the one. Be sure to get power trim/tilt. I put my T8 on a solid welded aluminum bracket. Sounds like you're going for salmon. I also put a ring around my prop. (To keep out fishing lines.) Tied fuel line in right off my Racor head.
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    Kicker motor

    On my 209, I just tied into the extra outlet on the Racor head like you mentioned. I have read that there may be a problem with that. I just Googled 'kicker motor fuel' and got some good hits. Guess I'll read some more.
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    Installing Speakers on a Grady White Escape 209

    I also have a 1993 209. My speakers came with the boat. They are not mounted on the center console. They are cut into the sides across from the console.
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    Looking at buying my first GW?

    I would use the boat awhile before going to leaning post. If you're going to troll the Great Lakes, I find that having the seats allows me to rotate around to watch poles for strikes while sitting. I troll alone alot and use the other seat for a place to set stuff. (GW Escape 209 ) Depends on...
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    2004 209 Escape

    I put on a Yamaha T8 High thrust power tilt and trim for salmon trolling. It'll get me home unless I get caught in 4-5' on Lake Huron.
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    bow cleat ID

    Send your hull # to Grady White customer service...they'll know exactly.
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    hull repair help

    I suggest you post this photo on http://www.thehulltruth.com Lots of fiberglass guys over there. Grady White customer service may be of help also.
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    Anyone in Florida own a GW209 want to give me a quick ride?

    Re: Anyone in Florida own a GW209 want to give me a quick ri There's a Grady White dealer on Long Boat Key. I believe they do rentals. I've got a 1993, solid stable ride. I don't get wet. Good luck. Cannon's Marina 941 383-1311
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    Manual vs Hydraulic Steering Question

    I installed this system on my 1993 Escape 209 w/Yamaha 200 HPDI. http://www.teleflexmarine.com/products/ ... teering-2/
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    Grady CAPSIZES Saturday 12/30 in the Chesapeake

    I'm wondering if the pump came apart due to frozen water in pump head. Accident was in December no? I cut out caulk bead in my 1993 Escape 209 rear floor panel so I can access bilge.
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    kicker mount bracket for 272 sailfish on starboard side

    These guys made mine: http://pages.pacificcoast.net/~bitemetoo/ 1993 Escape 209
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    Bimini form Great Lakes

    Great Lakes makes a quality top. Are you thinking aluminum or stainless? Believe it or not, I bought a friend's top from his Whaler and it swapped right over to my GW Escape 209 with minor adjustments.
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    209 Escape rigging questions

    I don't think you need to cut another hole in well. Are you thinking of converting to hydraulic steering in future? Dress up best you can, but I wouldn't cut another hole.(Grady didnt)
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    209 Escape rigging questions

    I think my 1993 Escape has 2 corrugated covers. Steering cover is smaller. I converted my steering to Sea Star hydraulic steering. Can't check now, boat is in Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Are you using the sliced covers with zipstrips?
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    New Member Intro

    Welcome Joe...
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    My son...not really Grady related

    Prayers on the way... Cedarholm
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    Binocular Image Stabilization

    I've got the Canon Image Stabilizer 10x30. Bought on-line. I like them alot. Sister-in-law bought a pair after trying mine.
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    Bilge pumps in a Grady!

    I would email Grady Customer service with your hull#. They'll have tons of info on that boat. Probably have original owner's manuals for you.
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    204 Fisherman Owners

    What year? Length? Trim tabs? I've got the Escape 209. Am assuming 204 is about 20'. The 209 could handle the loads/people you mentioned, but seem a bit crowded for my taste. Year is important due to starting year of SeaV2 hull which is drying than previous years.
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    209 Escape, best size motor,150hp,200hp,225hp?

    I suggest you search 'Escape 209 repower' here. I got alot of help here a few years ago with my 1993 209. Ended up going 200HPDI. Great match. What year 209 are you looking at?