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guys, through my diligence, I was able to better understand the structural lift points (sling positions) for the newer Gulfstream 232”. I will NOT be lifting from the transom points nor the bow eye even though they sound adequately strong

Update from Grady in NC; The guy I spoke to today from Grady stated from that the bow eye and transom hooks will be fine to lift the boat with no issues. I will visit the factory in August to see the actual boat build and will send more information on how they recommend the boat be lifted...

Thanks, this harbor would require me to supply the spreaders and slings which is my fallback if the factory does not support the use of these factory points someone suggested. I have been rigging items for years (some much heavier than this) but this in new to me for launching a boat!

Ha! The "look on the face" that would be best would be mine for this first crane launch. This harbor has a tall-pier crane launch only and has a max 6 ton launch limit which is a big boat for sure. The closest trailer harbor along Hwy 1 is about 50 miles away so this is my best option. The...

Thanks, I am trying to communicate with Grady asking if the bow and stern points are adequately designed for lifting. The salesman stated "that's where we lift the boat when unloading from the truck". The transom looks beefy and angled for just this reason? There is an aftermarket bracket...

New to site and grateful to be a member! I just purchased a new Grady 232 Gulf Stream and will be pier-launching from a crane in Northern California. Any experience or advice would be very helpful on stringers or sling techniques. I’m currently working with Grady to see if we (they) can...