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    Trailer Recommendations for Freedom 285

    Spoke with Owens and Sons he said about 2600lbs for the triple axle
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    Trailer Recommendations for Freedom 285

    I'm gonna say 2100...let see how close I am. Oh look at my AI depiction....
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    Trailer Recommendations for Freedom 285

    Well after a lot of back and forth about deciding if I wanted to move the boat seasonally betwen FL and MI, I pullled the trigger on an Owen and Sons Trailer. I went their recommendation of a 15000 lb triple avle trailer with SS brakes on all 3 axles. There is a good chance this trailer may...
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    Lewmar Pro Fish 700/1000 Windlass on a Marlin 300

    Pro Fish 700 is 1/4 inch chain correct? and 1/2" rode? thnx
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    Where to mount EPIRB on a Freedom 285?

    Thanks. I am probably overthinking this. Appreciate your thoughts
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    Where to mount EPIRB on a Freedom 285?

    It is the kind that will detach and float to the surface.
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    Where to mount EPIRB on a Freedom 285?

    I ask this question because the ACR EPIRB on our boat is mounted inside the storage locker forward of the helm. I have always thought that they should be mounted in a place in which they are not enclosed or unable to reach the surface if necessary. Any thoughts or suggestions would be...
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    Air conditioning a dual console

    No doubt a great boat!!! I really have no idea why I would want or need a larger GW. For what we do its the perfect size.
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    Air conditioning a dual console

    I may jump up to a 325 if you are interested in a great grady Freedom 285 (500hrs) located near Venice FL link to pics https://photos.app.goo.gl/F6JLAzFFmYNbAAMp7
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    Side Shade Curtains -Mesh perhaps?

    My wife is very sensitive to the sun. Has anyone ever seen or heard of a mesh screen shade for the sides where the isenglas panels slide in?
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    Head Door Gasket

    I need some of that for a 285....do you happen to know what information the dealer was able to provide to you? Thnx
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    New Grady Paint Color

    Have you considered using a color changing protective film like Yacht Armor
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    Ski Pylon

    I have a 2019 Freedom 285 that I purchased used. I dont have any use for the pylon. I will not be at or near the boat until 9/20. Is that too late for you? I could see about removing it and then shipping. Boat is located in Nokomis Fl
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    New Grady Paint Color

    Oh and I should have mentioned that your boat looks fantastic!!!
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    New Grady Paint Color

    I dont mind my hull color, celestial blue, at least for now. I have also thought about doing that color change wrap from Yacht Armor. Apparently they have about 30ish colors and the wrap is very substantial and protective. https://getyachtarmor.com/pages/marine-protection-film#colors
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    Switch Panel Before/After

    I'm looking to do something similar on my Freedom 285 with maybe a mat black background, but I was thinking about push button switches What was the cost of your new panel from new wire? Thnx
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    Switch Panel Before/After

    That looks really nice. What is the cost for that type of work? Thanks
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    Switch Panel Before/After

    Can or Can't speak highly? I got a quote (rough estimate) for a new switch panel w push buttons and an additional panel for the helm. It was about 3000. I am asking for a quote on just the switch panel
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    Freedom 285 Side Pocket Netting Gone---Ideas fro Filling Holes

    I did the same thing. Mine was all stretched out and ratty looking. I was wondering if they would have a replacement netting? I totally understand what you mean about all the holes. I told my wife that they were drain holes...for now.
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    Hard Top Courtesy Lights - Freedom 285

    Thanks again!!!