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    226 Seafarer Prop

    Greeting Fellow GW 226 Owners I have a 2000 GW 226 with a 200 HP Yam HPDI Z200 that is equipped with the original 17 M aluminum prop. Has anyone done the prop evaluation/investigation on this setup to improve cruising performance? Due to my age I am not really interested in going more than 30...
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    Oil tank bracket (2000- 226- 200Yam/HPDI)

    My oil tank bracket has rusted out and I will want to replace it with a non-rusting solution. The tank itself is OK. Does anyone have experience/suggestions? Thank you.
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    Rocker Switches on 2000 226

    Has anyone replaced the the old style oval rocker switches on a 2000 226 with updated versions using the same face plate and without have to enlarge the holes? Thanks for your assistance.
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    New Batteries, Seafarer 226

    I have been doing research on batteries for a Seafarer powered with a Yam 200 HP HPDI. The minimum battery requirements for this motor are 675.0 Marine Cranking Amps and 182 Minutes of Reserve Capacity (Owners Manuel). The Reserve Capacity is especially important in this particular motor...
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    On Board Battery Charger, Seafarer 226

    Any suggestions for a preferred on board battery charger for a Seafarer 226??
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    Performance Bulletin

    Does anyone have a link to, or the actual performance bulletin data for a 2000 Seafarer 226 w/200HP Yam HPDI?
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    White rubber gasket replacement

    Many post 96-97 Grady models have a white rubber gasket that trims off the top of the rod holder cavity, and extends forward and aft, about 12 running feet both port and starboard. In older models this trim was teak. The Grady dealer wants $5 a running foot. Any ideas on a suitable replacement??
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    Replacement Cushions

    I have a 2000 Seafarer and want to replace the helm seat(s) cushions. Does anyone know who the seat manufacturer is, and are replacement available without having to go to a GW dealer?
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    Bottom Paint, necessary for a ICW one off?

    My 226 GW Seafarer has never had bottom paint as it is kept high and dry in Florida during the winter and Maryland in the summer. This spring I am planning to travel ICW from Stuart Florida to Middle River Maryland. This will likely take 7-10 days depending. Should I break her cherry and bottom...