You don’t need the AP24 display but you do need the AC12 computer to drive the RPU80 pump and RC42 Compass. The Evo3 takes care of the on screen Auto pilot. I brought the auto pilot as a package and want a dedicated device AP24. I don’t have a VRF. I use RPU80 pump to the hydraulic steering helm.
Just installed Simrad AP24, RC42 compass, AC12 computer, Rpu80 pump, connect to Evo3 on my 265 express. It’s so smooth. I use it mainly for trolling and heading hold.
Gulfstream is a heavy/wide boat and under power for a single engine. I would try a Revolution 4 to help with hole shot, planning and cruising. I run a pair of Rev4 17” on my F225’s 265 and it’s a game changer.
Skunk. The legs support the gate from falling forward so I don’t need to do anything more to the lock. I left it original. I used the starboard backer and thru bolts on both sides of the gate to re-enforce the wall.
I put one in my 265. Love it. I can fold it down or remove and put it in the cabin. I measured and ordered from Birdsall marine. Last pic is from the website. The other pics of white bench is on my boat.
I run a pair of Revolution 4 blades 15 1/4 x 17 on my Express 265 w/ F225’s. They are so so much better than the 3 blades. Fuel economy is minimal was 1.6, now 1.8 miles/gal. But the hole shot and midrange is beautiful and boat is 3 miles faster top end!
The 2004 F225’s are heavier than 4.2 F300. You have the 2003 hull, which made for the 4 stroke. Why not hang couple of F250 - F300’s as they are still lighter than what you have now.
Of course, it’s a good business model…if you ever need to replacement one of the engines or new lower unit , crown, trim mount. Grady White will glad to sale you more custom parts to match.
Took these pictures 6/24 Hood Canal, Wa. The owner forgot the transom’s plug after dropping her off the night before to get ready for a shrimping trip. A reminder to all to plug before towing, don’t wait until you get to the dock.