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I will have to try that trim up backing. It goes against my basic instincts. So, I will practice it away from anything that I might damage. My boat is a 1999 with the single fuel tank and the water tank forward under the port seat. It also has the Sv2 hull. Thanks for the suggestion. Bob

I have found that it just takes more area for my 228G to properly "answer up" in tight spaces. I have also found that the motor needs to be turned more to a neutral position (forward/aft) when changing from forward to reverse or opposite while manuevering. I might suggest fenders and a good...

I compared your pic to a pic of my boat and it appears that my boat has a curved windshield. Mine is a 1999 model. I can see that your boat had a top with curtins at one time. Look closely at the pics that I sent you. Bob

I have a 228G and just a small bit of the gear case is in the water on full tilt. My motor is a 200 Yamaha HDPI. Remember the (G) means it is on a bracket. Since someone above mentioned it. . .performance. I have no problem with the running of the boat in open water, but that sucker has a mind...

I just took my bimini off and replaced it with a hard top. See ad in the for sale section of the forum. It is sitting in my den floor at the moment and at the base where the bimini attaches to the console or helm area (228G) is 69.5 inches. This is uninstalled. It appears that one would have a...

I too would be interested in the hardtop if you buy the boat. On the other hand I have a bimini top with side curtins. The curtins are in the closet and have never been used. There are no holes or rotten places in the bimini. I store the boat indoors. If interested email me at rcrudder@gmail.com...

Pardon the double post, I should say that I was considering having a custom top built to replace the bimini top. I did not want to add the weight of a hardtop but wanted the appearance of a hardtop. Cloth would be an option, but to me, just looks wrong on a Grady. This Stamoid stuff looks like a...

Grady White is using a material called Stamoid Vinyl on some of their tops. I like it because it is stronger than the bimini top material and much lighter than the fiberglass top. Cheaper too. I have seen this on two 2011 GW boats. Stamoid can be found on a Google search. I am considering having...

While we are on hardtops, I have a 228G with the bimini. It is fine except when I want the extra rod holders that typically are welded to the back side of the hardtop. After getting several prices and considering the extra weight, I have decided against this. I get wonderful gas mileage on a 200...

I have a 740s installed on my GW. It will interface with almost anything. I like it.

I have a 228G with the Bimini top. My 200 Yamaha if fine and the MPG is outstanding. . .for a boat.

Mine worked fine.

As much as I hate to do it, I think that I will just dunk the trailer. It does pain me because it is almost showroom new. Thanks to everyone who replied to this thread. Bob

No kidding, the wash down system is not necessary for disc brakes? Actually this is the first trailer that I have owned that had disc brakes. I did have a previous tailer with drum brakes and I never put it in salt water. I always used the forklift. However, I did loan it to a friend or former...

This is shaping up as a DIY project. Thanks for the info.

Hey Cumurg. I have been all over Google looking for an aftermarket product. No luck for drum or disc, not that it matters. Either would work. If you find a source please email me or post a reply. My email is rcrudder@gmail.com . Thanks for the reply. Bob

I have an aluminum trailer for my 228G. Up until now the trailer has never been in the water. That could soon change due to circumstances. I am told that some trailers are now manufactured with a fitting that allows a fresh water hose to be connected and the water is then directed to the back...

It looks like only the extreme Northeastern states are not part of the NOAA prepaid agreement.

Last weekend, the last for snapper in the gulf, we had a period of 3 to 5s. Our 228G handled them well. It took us about one hour to reach 20 miles offshore and about three hours to return. Not only is the boat hull important in the ride, but also the direction of the wind. I think that Grady...

I am the second owner of a 228G. I would buy another in an instant. The boat has a 200 HPDI Yami. I do not have a hardtop. This weighs about 200 pounds. The boat is faster with the bimini and gets better gas milege. The only regret is that I waited so long to pony up and buy the Grady.