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    Overheat Alarm / Hoping problem is resolved

    I have a 2007 226 with a Yamaha 225 on the back. We were out trolling for coho's last weekend and the overheat alarm went off. I have gauges and the temp seemed to be within normal range however I decided to shut it down to play it safe. Started it up a couple more times for boat control...
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    Gas Leak / Possible Vent?

    Filled up the auxiliary tank on my 226 while on the trailer. I was sure to not over fill. I put the in my driveway and left it for a couple days before I could get out. When I rolled up the curtains and went under the hardtop i could smell gas for the first time ever. Went fishing and had to...
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    Cabin Fever

    Glad I'm able to post on the Great Lakes Club board. Tried a few times when they 1st created this board but it never allowed me to post or view?? Well I'm ready to get out on the lake. I have been Steelhead fishing the rivers all winter (until recently) with decent success but I'm ready to do...
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    One leak at a time....

    I hate leaks. Even small ones. I guess I have always felt that a leak can do nothing other than get worse. New to my 2007 226 I have been on the hunt for any leaks. There have been several however nothing serious. As a matter of fact my auto bilge has only engaged once in all my trips. I would...
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    Cabin Cushion 226

    Hey everyone, Looking for a cabin cushion for my 2007 226. This is the cushion that would go just aft the port potty cushion. I found a 2007 Grady White parts list with the exact picture, however I'm not able to copy or save the picture. Below is the link to the parts list and it's referred to...
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    226 Before and After

    Towards the end of last season we purchased a new to us 2007 226. It took most of the Winter (which was a LONG WINTER in the Chicagoland area) to get all the work done and turn her into the fishing vessel that she now is. On the Trailer in Two Rivers Wisconsin. The day I picked it up With...
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    2007 226 Before & After Pics

    Towards the end of last season we purchased a new to us 2007 226. It took most of the Winter (which was a LONG WINTER in the Chicagoland area) to get all the work done and turn her into the fishing vessel that she now is. On the Trailer in Two Rivers Wisconsin. The day I picked it up With...
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    New Rod Holders w/pics

    Hey everyone, Purchased a new to me 2007 226 towards the end of the season last year and was looking for some tips on rod holders for long lines. We fish the Great Lakes for Salmon and Steelhead. I fish down riggers, dipsy divers and planer boards in the spring and add copper and lead core...
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    Maximum Bridge Clearance While Trailering

    Hey everyone, About to add a 3G Lowrance Radar Dome to my 2007 226 hardtop. I'm just over 12 feet now from the top of my rocket launcher to the ground while on the trailer. I would really like to mount the radar dome on a bracket to elevate however I want to make sure I stay under the maximum...
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    Raymarine Autopilot / Help Needed

    Looking to have an autopilot installed on my 226. Was looking at the Raymarine Evolution Autopilot system. At 1st Raymarine suggested the T70157 which has a Type 1 hydraulic pump however suggested that I contact them with the serial number off of my Sea Star steering system before purchasing...
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    226 Rigging / Lots of Pics

    Well.....Finally started to rig my new 226 for Great Lake Salmon fishing. Was lucky enough to have a few friends come by and give a lending hand. It's a 2007 with very low hours and beyond clean...I hope to end that with some Coho scales and blood soon. Boy I wish this season was just starting...
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    226 Hardtop Tube Diameter ???

    Hey everyone, I recently bought a 2007 226 with a hardtop and I'm looking to mount some clamp on rod holders onto the tubes that support the hardtop. The rod holders I'm interested in require machining so I want to make sure I have the correct diameter. I have searched for other posts on the...
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    Fuel Meter Help

    Hey Everyone, Recently purchased a 2007 Seafarer 226 and was trying to determine how much fuel is in both tanks. The boat is equipped with an electronic Tachometer gauge and next to it is a Speed and Fuel meter gauge. I have the quick reference guide but for the most part that seems worthless...
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    Complete Rigging for 226

    Hey everyone, New to site and completing purchase of 2007 226 powered with a Yamaha 225. I troll on Lake Michigan for Salmon/Steelhead and have been doing so in an 18 foot Hewescraft for the past 7 years. Have always admired GW's and cant wait to get her on the water. Also fish the...