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Well this has turned really fun… boating is a luxury pastime for most… far from a necessity… anyone that can’t afford the gas can sell their boat at record high prices quite quickly

What about getting a guest slip for a night at a marina? I realize it’s not exactly what you’re looking for but an overnight guest slip typically isn’t that expensive and would allow you to use their services

I have to imagine you could research and fix yourself for much less than really expensive… the materials aren’t cheap, but your own labor just costs your time. If you have the means and prefer the professional job, I’m sure it will come out good as new

If your anchor gets hung up, keep a buoy on board your boat so if you do have to cut it, get the buoy on the line so you might be able to hire a diver to retrieve it

seems you already have the likely culprit. Others have filled the bracket with tennis balls or other similar floatation. Get that bracket drained, reseal it with some 3m 4200 and report back

Looks like an awesome boat. Check the transom for any signs of wear, delamination, cracking around the motor mounting bolts. Congrats on the new ride

Canyon 271 or 306 would be pretty sweet on the Cape if you’re considering a CC

oh sorry, I linked a chrome plated set, but either way, quite honestly dude, your posts are a bit obnoxious sometimes…I don’t think you really mean to be that way, just reread your posts to yourself before you submit. Btw I’ve had that set on my boat for 3 years with no rust.

Agree with hookup. Definitely stainless. You want some basics if you need it. this kit has the sockets and screwdrivers and is pretty small. DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 84-Piece (DWMT81531) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0767QTGFX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Q2Q1AW4W85G23Q2ZT251?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1...

Put some dielectric grease on the battery connectors before reinstalling

1) do you keep in the water and is there bottom growth? 2) I’d pull the spark plugs and replace and check compression of the cylinders

https://www.greatgrady.com/threads/ac-install-in-282-it-works.33696/

If you have multiple wires going to your batteries, bring some wire ties to keep it organized for the reinstall (red and black wire ties)

For a kicker on a 22-24’ I would go 8-10hp. 8hp high thrust, long shaft (20 or 25”) ideally. Even 6hp would be fine for most purposes and would be lower weight hanging off the back of the boat. My 6hp on my sailboat is 60 lbs. my 9.9hp kicker is closer to 100lbs. If you get a boat with dual...

You can tilt the engines up and lean on them to see if there is any flex to the transom. Also look inside at the mounting bolts for any signs of cracking, wear or delamination to the fiberglass. Enjoy the few more trips!

I agree with others… a nasty winter storm could drop a tree in the yard (or any number of things) and you would want coverage in off-season

There was a thorough thread recently if you search back a couple months update: here is the thread I was thinking of https://www.greatgrady.com/threads/ac-install-in-282-it-works.33696/page-2#post-231144

I don’t think topsultime was suggesting this. He said that max ratings are a little conservative, which I agree with, the OPs Jeep would no doubt move the boat fine being right around or just under the max on flat ground. I also agree with you Mustang that pushing the limit for a couple hundred...

Make sure you have good brakes on your Jeep as well. You could rent a truck for the long haul days if you are uncomfortable. Keep it slow on the highway and provide plenty of room for braking especially on downhills. If you have 4x4 low gear that might help. No doubt it’ll move the boat, but 120...

Looks like a beaut and you are checking off the right boxes!