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    To E-TEC or NOT E-TEC that is the question

    proof is in the pudding http://www.popularmechanics.com/outdoor ... ng/1276841
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    To E-TEC or NOT E-TEC that is the question

    As opposed to Evinrude and their FICHTengines that were a total failure and ended up putting the company into bankruptcy and screwed all its loyal customers.[/ I have Twin 200 H.P. FICHTS on my Gulfstream without a single problem. (437 hrs) I can also see how good Yamaha is only offering a 1...
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    To E-TEC or NOT E-TEC that is the question

    Different strokes for different folks is what I say.....I mean if you want to put an engine on your boat whos manufacture started out making pianos and stereo equipment be my guest.
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    Advice for restoring a "Gil" bracket

    Thanks for the advice guys...I'm gonna have to tackle this job in the spring. I know the drain plug is sealed good. I think I'm going to get a Armstrong deck plate that doesn't use screws to hold down the access plate then fill it with 10lbs of air and see where my leak is and take it from...
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    Advice for restoring a "Gil" bracket

    Hey guys...Boat is finally out of the water..Thank God it Survived Hurricane Sandy. When I was waiting at the ramp for the hauler I Noticed again that the boat was sitting really low at the stern and when I got it back to the house the engine bracket was topped off with water...I was wondering...
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    2000 GW GulfStream water in engine bracket???

    If I was to open the inspection plate to check if water is in there, the water would come rushing in. The motors plus myself on the platform puts the inspection hole under water.
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    2000 GW GulfStream water in engine bracket???

    Hey guys, I have a 2000 GS with twin 200 H.P. Evinrudes on the backet. I feel like the stern of the boat sits a little too low in the water. Is there anyway that the bracket could be filled with water>???? Anyway I can check while its in the water??? I've been looking at picks of other...
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    Voyager Vs. Gulfstream real draft numbers

    I have a 2000 GS with twin 200's. I ran a ground a few weeks ago @ about a Ft of water :bang ...Finally after a little manuvering I got freed up @ about 1.5-2ft so i would say 18" is the lowest you can go without getting stuck
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    Finally!!!! I'm a Grady owner

    Hey everyone, Just wanted to say that I'm finally a Grady white owner!! 2000 GW Gulfstream with twin 200 Evinrudes. I must say I'm very impressed with the way the boat rides and looking forward to many great outings both on the fishing grounds and with the Family. Thanks for everyone's advice...
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    Looking at a 1994 252 Sailfish. Need Advice

    Hey guys, I've had my eye on a 1994 GW 25 Sailfish for a few weeks now and I'm hesitant to pull the trigger. I was wondering if anyone out there has this model and how do you like it. Burn rates?? How does the hull ride in a decent chop?? The one I'm looking at had a pair of Yamaha 200's hpdi...
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    24 Explorer Repower

    Go for the Evinrude E-Tec; they weigh alot less than the 4S and run just as quiet and efficent if not more.
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    Thinking about buying a 97 Gulfstream. Need some Insight

    I'm in the market for a 23 Gulfstream but nothing arose that was in my price range until now. A 1997 with twin Yamaha Saltwater Series II for 24K. I would like to know before going to have a look at it if there are any specific things I should be looking for on this model?? Anything that you...
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    Thinking about a upgrade to a Grady..Thoughts, Opinions??

    Ever since the Boat show I've been wondering if I should sell my Parker 23 DVCC and upgrade. I just had a Baby boy in November and would hate to take him out on a CC with all the wind and possible sea spray. At the boat show in L.I. I stepped on the Gulfstream and fell in love. My Dads first...