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You definitely can find cheaper than $300 per battery. You can (very likely) do the install yourself- just get a couple wire ties to make sure all wires go back on the correct place.

https://www.catalinadirect.com/shop-by-boat/capri-22/hull-deck/stern/motor-mounts/motor-mount-transom-backing-rails/

Rock solid transom on this one!

From the pictures they don’t look bad at all for almost 25 years of use. I’d keep how it is and save your money for a real problem in the future

Sea trial, open the throttle all the way and see how the engine reacts and the speeds/rpm, check the plugs after and ideally compression if you want with a mechanic but I don’t think you would be upside down at all with that price. Easily could get a few years out of the thing and then unload if...

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/boa/d/windsor-grady-white-seafarer-228-hardtop/7660218302.html

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/boa/d/santa-cruz-2003-grady-white-seafarer-228/7663100369.html

I looked at the picture again this morning and noticed the barnacles on second look too, barnacles all over would definitely slow it down and impact the performance

I also do not think your boat is waterlogged and would first suspect fuel or engine issues. Ethanol in fuel sitting around in the engine or lines for 2 years may have turned gelatin, clogging something up, or eaten at fuel lines if there was water logging going on you would have other signs...

Was thinking maybe a little more scope for your mooring line? Agree with chafe protection for your lines and maybe snubbers?

The issue with the gulf stream is the need for permits towing, and twin engines. Any GW model is a safe, stable build that is seaworthy. Find out the next boat show GW will be at and take a quick trip to see the different models in person

I’d recommend spending a bit more time on different models before pulling the trigger. As other mentioned each GW model has a slightly different purpose, ideal conditions, usability and features. What works well for one is not always best for others. You will want to see some of these...

Epifanes varnish on teak!

Capt - after you did all that on Thursday I thought you’d have the boat finished by now! ;) any updates?

Did you use tabs with the old motor and do you with the new motor?

I think ideally you drill, then coat the inside of the hole with epoxy, then if needed, redrill after it sets up. Then use sealant for the install. Tape around the fixture to keep the area clean, apply sealant so there is a little extruding and gets air bubbles out but not so tight to squeeze...

if the ramp doesn’t have great slope, then rollers help. Also easier to paint the boat yourself (can move the boat slightly on the trailer)

You will want dual axle. Generally GWs use bunks rather than rollers. You don’t want your 6k lb rig rolling off at the ramp. Lots of 228 owners that could give you specs here but you want to get your tongue weight right and balanced with the axles positioning. Are you looking used or new? Do you...

I would suggest Fbook marketplace too. I was skeptical until I started looking there and seeing postings that were not on Clist

I think you need to be watching nationwide (probably already are) and possibly consider expanding your search to some other similar models. I have seen more and more availability of quality boats for sale, prices are still high but I suspect they will come down within a year or two. There’s just...