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    228 windshield help needed

    Was actually a lot easier than I first thought. Screen size is somewhat limited. Let me know if you need help.
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    228 windshield help needed

    I used just 4 screws with cream colored painted heady (Grady) to secure the corners.
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    228 windshield help needed

    I did that modification over 10 years ago. I still had 2 pieces of starboard left over. it was 1/4 inch cream colored.
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    228 windshield help needed

    The starboard on the flush mount was cream colored and I believe I installed a screw in each corner. I'll go to the boat later and take some pics. It was a long time ago and I don't remember.
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    228 windshield help needed

    The flush mount for the fish finder was mounted in starboard cut to the size of the opening after the plexiglass door was removed.
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    228 windshield help needed

    Actually the philips head screws look perfect. I might try to take it apart.
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    228 windshield help needed

    I have a 2003 - 228 and on the windshield there is a black aluminum separator rail between the 2 side windows (pics attached). This black aluminum seperator is very corroded at this point. If there any way to easily remove this aluminum bar? Looks like just philips head screws on the top frame...
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    Vinyl Lux 355

    any idea what the actual reason or risk was that Interlux discontinued 355?
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    Vinyl Lux 355

    Does anyone remember Vinyl Lux 355 ? I found it was excellent to rejuvenate my blue rub rail. I believe it was discontinued about 10+ years ago. Gotta love ebay.. https://www.ebay.com/itm/254509782483
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    Plastic Steps Sealant?

    I totally Agree with the 303 Aerospace Protectant
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    Need insurance recommendations

    OK. So I called up Boat US and inquired about my SeaTow $160 package and the Geico Insurance that supposedly includes it as part of the policy. BoatUS/Seatow told me the only difference is that the Geico insurance policy will cover the boat tow but only to the insured boat. The BoatUS policy...
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    Q about Lewmar Pro Series 700 in Seafarer

    I have this exact setup and highly recommend the 8 plait 1/2' line which lays down very tight. I have 150 feet with no problem.
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    Need insurance recommendations

    So I called Boat US Insurance which is GEICO and asked about the $100 increase. Pretty interesting.... They said it was a general increase related to higher costs on their side, yada, yada, yada. When the agent looked at my policy he told me that my Boat US/ GEICO policy has unlimited towing as...
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    Need insurance recommendations

    I have a 14 year old 228 in Connecticut and Boat US insurance (GEICO). Usually goes down a few dollars every year. this year it went up $100 for no aparent reason. Have not made a claim in 13 years. While I am looking for more reasonably priced insurance I would want to know that they will...
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    Need Trim Tab Hydraulic Advice

    When I replace the fitting should I replace all the hydraulic fluid? I figure if hydraulic fluid can leak out then water can leak in??
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    Need Trim Tab Hydraulic Advice

    Seems that the pistons off the transom are leaking fluid a bit. It's a 2003 Grady 228 so I guess it time to replace. I'm above average techie but smart enough to have a professional when appropriate. Any advice?