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    2000 Islander W/ OX66

    In 2018, I purchased a 98 Sailfish with the original twin 225hp OX66 SWs engines. During the survey, it passed the compression tests with flying colors. I have no idea how many hours are on the engines but I completely agree with Fire93Medic. I keep them well maintained, flush them after each...
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    repowering 2001 282 sailfish

    I have the same boat and engines. Do the F300s cause the 272 to ride low in the water/scuppers? Are you pleased with them and any suggestions? I currently have original engines and I am hoping to avoid a re-power so any advice/experience is appreciated.
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    autopilot install

    In 2019 we upgraded our 98 272 electronics. We went with 2 9in Garmin displays, radar, autopilot, and remote spotlight. Two seasons in and I have no complaints. Here is a picture of the helm.
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    autopilot install

    Nail it..... Favor to ask. I have a 1998 Sailfish also and I was curious how your boat handle(s) the F300s?(weight, performance etc.) I have twin 98 225 HP OX66 SWS.
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    First time GW owner

    Squid, welcome! Congrats on the 33 as she is a beautiful capable boat. I purchased a 98 GW Sailfish that week keep in Portsmouth, RI but we love to hit Cuttyhunk, Vineyard, Block, Third beach etc. Since you are located in Westport perhaps our wakes make cross in 2021.
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    cruising club buzzards bay

    Frisco, Welcome and I have not come across a BB GW club/group. I have also been looking for GW groups located in the BB and Narragansett RI area to no avail.
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    Trolling with my GW 282 Sailfish.

    I have a 98 272 Sailfish with the 225hp OX66 2 strokes and I can troll nicely with both around 2-4 kts with no problem.
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    Cuttyhunk

    Hey, I was on Cuttyhunk on August 24th. I probably saw your boat as I always keep an eye out for GW's. We were on a 98 Sailfish and yes we had the floats out and the inflatable kayaks. We like to go to the entrance and sit in the surf on the right as you head out. You are spot on that it has...
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    Replacing light on Ritchie compass?

    Just an FYI. I live 15 mins from Ritchie and took my compass in for a complete refurb. They are awesome people and will go out of their way to help you out.
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    98 272 Sailfish Remote Oil Tanks

    Hello all! I wanted to see if the following has been encountered before. This boat is new to me and I noticed on the gauge that the upside down triangle is pointing to the oil can/image on the gauge. Now......I am not getting any low oil alarms which I believe is triggered by the smaller oil...
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    1998 272 Sailfish port wiper motor

    Marina fixed this while I was away on business. Hate to admit I don't know what they did bit the wiper works.
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    Just wanted to say hi!

    Welcome and I hope you find the SeaVee hull and ride to be better than the Whaler. Heading into our 3rd season with a 98 Sailfish with the original 225 OX66 Saltwater series engines. By far the best boat we have owned. Can't wait to launch in April!
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    First Blood

    Beauty! Love the canvas!
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    First trip to the Vineyard

    Awesome! Is there someone that manages or organizes events for GW owners in Southern New England. Would be cool to have a get together next summer in Block Island.
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    Need input on 98 272 Sailfish Yamaha Binnacle/throttle.

    Purchaed the boat in May of 2018. The throttles seem loose and at WOT I get 5500 rpm from the port engine and 4500 rpm from the starboard. In addition, the throttles are touchy when trying to synch the engines. Do I replace the the throttle binnacle or does it need adjusting? They work but...
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    Battery

    Quick question. What engine spares do you carry on long trips? Our last boat was a large cabin cruiser with twin V8s. So we are new to outboards.
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    Battery

    Hey, great to come across another 98 Sailfish owner. Thanks for the information as it is a big help! We keep the boat at Safe Harbor Marina (formerly Brewers Sakonnet) in Portsmouth, RI. Weather permitting, we will be pulling out of the marina for Block Island this coming Saturday evening...
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    Battery

    My boat has twin 225hp two stroke Yamaha Saltwater series II engines. Wondering if I should go with three dual purpose batts vs two cranking and one deep cycle. Thanks
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    Battery

    Hey folks, need a little help/suggestions with the following. In May of 2018 I purchased a 1998, 272 Sailfish where the previous owner has 3 Interstate cranking batteries one of which is the house battery. The three battery models are Interstate 24M-XHD. I want to replace the house/accessory...