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  1. JJF

    Hull value 2004 330 Express

    I would say $75k - $100k assuming it is in good condition and no rot. Let's say you buy it for $75k and repower for $80k and add $25k in electronics and $20k in misc. (upholstery, wiring, etc.)... you would then have a pretty nice boat at $200k. However, it must be a long-term ownership boat...
  2. JJF

    What have you done to your Grady lately?

    Yes, that is correct/accurate.
  3. JJF

    What have you done to your Grady lately?

    Hi, They are on my current boat: 2018 GW 306 Canyon.
  4. JJF

    What have you done to your Grady lately?

    Notwithstanding getting into a debate, I believe the USCG requires a throwable PFD be accessible at all times. Example:
  5. JJF

    What have you done to your Grady lately?

    It seems that I could never find a good place on deck for the throw cushion, so I made a canvas pocket that I attached with YKK SNAD (self adhesive snap fasteners) to the area between the footrests.
  6. JJF

    Navigation Lights

    My buddy and I replaced old (circa 2006) lights on his McKee with very similar lights to what you are showing. Very simple and no issues.
  7. JJF

    newbie needs some help with the head on a Freedom 307?

    you are sincerely welcome
  8. JJF

    newbie needs some help with the head on a Freedom 307?

    ok... On my boat, behind a hatch in the console, there is an upside "U" with hoses running to it & a small vent cap on top of the "U". When I use my pump-out, I can hear a whistle/whine coming from the vent. to see if there is a vacuum lock or something, you can try the following...at your...
  9. JJF

    newbie needs some help with the head on a Freedom 307?

    it seems really off that it doesn't discharge via the pump when the seacock is open. You said the tank was just replaced. Who replaced it? I would suggest calling them.
  10. JJF

    newbie needs some help with the head on a Freedom 307?

    Hi, The joker valve part number is dependent on the brand/model/type of head. On my boat, which has a JABSCO electric head, the joker valve is just after the macerator assemble found on page 5 at the following link...
  11. JJF

    newbie needs some help with the head on a Freedom 307?

    I can help with the duck valve. It's actually called a joker valve. There are different sizes.
  12. JJF

    WTB: 205, 225, 230

    little over budget, but you never know... https://www.baertmarine.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=13708030&p=1&s=Year&d=D&t=preowned&fr=xPreOwnedInventory
  13. JJF

    2022 Freedom 235 Fresh water troubleshooting help

    sounds broken to me. Is there only one faucet?
  14. JJF

    Docking restaurants North Shore?

    By water, do you mean direct dockage or mooring with launch service?
  15. JJF

    Docking restaurants North Shore?

    Gloucester: Cape Ann Marina has the Mile Marker Restaurant The Studio (in Smith's Cove) The Blue Collar/Gloucester House (diagonally across from the paint factory and just across from Pond Ice)--- if they still have public docking Also, you could call ahead and get a transient mooring and then...
  16. JJF

    Question about manual flush toilet

    It doesn't concern me....it's how it was designed.
  17. JJF

    Advice on selling my GW

    I don't disagree, but that's why you meet at a bank and let them run very it.
  18. JJF

    Advice on selling my GW

    No one is going to drop $55k in counterfeit money in one spot. It's a definite way to caught. It takes a lot of work to spread counterfeit money money around.
  19. JJF

    Question about manual flush toilet

    1. Don't be afraid to use the head for #1 or #2. It's one of nicest conveniences on the boat. 2. I think the fresh water idea would work. Do you have a shower/sink inside the console? 3. Use only marine toilet paper. 4. You should add the proper treatment to your holding tank. See link below. 5...
  20. JJF

    Advice on selling my GW

    Hmmmm.... let's see here/now..... GW 257 CC...late model, low hours, twin Yamahas, no bottom paint, rack stored, excellent condition, RADAR & outriggers suggest to me it's well equipped,,,, I would without question go FSBO and see what happens. Let's say pricing is around $135k - $150k. I...