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Hey, that was my comment on expensive to maintain but realize that comment is loaded and reality more nuanced. My bad! Better to have a 3/4 ton for real heavy duty towing, yeah it is effortless, safer and low worry about breaking parts. The cost to buy/operate/maintain/repair is case by...

A well equipped and maintained 1/2 that has a high GVWR option and full tow package is capable. If you tow distance at highway speeds or in hilly terrain the fuel mileage will be punishing. Heavy tongue weights can significantly reduces remaining payload capacity. The transmissions in 1/2...

Ahh, that’s a good result. Not a lot of motor for a heavy boat. On my much smaller 208 with a F200 I will lose 25% of boat speed just with a dirty hull.

2021 208 Adventure F200. She is a great little boat.

Since you are already near wot rpm, unless the prop is damaged I’d think that a new wheel is not gonna make a big difference. 232 is a heavy boat for a single 225. Consider calling Ken at Prop Gods for suggestions that might optimize for specific metrics - hole shot, low speed plane, midrange...

Not my own experience but I recall seeing posts (perhaps it was THT) where 208 drivers using a 2.8L F200 or 2.7L F150 were setting up on the third from the top hole with good results versus factory setup at the second hole. Unfortunately a quick search did not turn up those posts. My own 208...

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Budget? Is this just for your cited short towing duties or do you need it to be a more frequent driver or for long distance trips with/without the boat? If it is the former and you prefer an SUV to a pickup, lots of options. An old but well maintained 4wd 1/2-ton Suburban or Tahoe works, no...

Good luck! Plenty of posts on the F150 being OK. I’d say make sure to sea trial with at least 1/2 fuel load and your expected passenger/gear load. Depending on your load and with no hardtop weight and lower wind resistance, you might be very happy with the F150. If it’s out of warranty you can...

228 definitely bigger in the cockpit and you’ll be a level more comfortable in nautical conditions. The cuddy is a nice storage space and to get out of the sun. I have a 208 and been out in some heavy weather, she does fine. Fishing two in the cockpit lots of space. I wouldn’t be that psyched...

If I was in the market for a 226/228 I would prioritize the 228 but a really well kept 226 would swing that decision. I have been a passenger on a 228/F250 running inlets and inshore/nearshore here in NJ on some salty days and have not observed any issues with seaworthiness or handling. The...

I could measure in a couple of weeks, will not be at the boat this weekend.

Not having helmaster I wouldn’t know but I would think there would be less disturbance in a controlled drift versus the spot lock in heavy current or wind. The single engine version there is more limited orientation (bow in current) which would seem to reduce reverse gear use? Just spitballing…

Thanks. I will have to do some investigation on plumbing and materials. Thanks for the advice.

Ok. I will admit that I sputtered in one day. Filled up, didn’t try to top top it but the pump shut off at 63 gallons. I have tried to top off a couple of times after the initial pump shut off, usually can get 5-7 gallons in. I will let the fuel settle longer and get a heavier mate to stand on...

Just as an additional caution, if anything happens in that little quarter mile you are at risk. Somebody backs out of a driveway, kid or dog chases a ball or whatever you will be at high risk. Just sayin’, there are a lot of ambulance chasers out there even if you are super cautious. On the...

Any advice on getting a full 80 gallons into a 2021 208 tank? Probably similar to later model 205/209. Seems like I have a hard time getting past 65-70. Not an issue in Barnegat Bay or inshore but am planning a nice-weather trip further out and would love that last 10 gallons for peace of mind.

Fitting spares/safety/personal/fishing gear on a small boat is a challenge. Tidy up mechanicals, bilge pump, thru hulls, ensure good batteries with tight connections. Get a ditch bag with flare gun and a handheld vhf. PLBs on inflatable offshore level vests. A real first aid kit. iPhone 14 and...

Congrats on your new crew! This has to be among the most battle ready 208 ever built. Love the seats, which are my least liked feature on the factory setup, especially in rough conditions. Are you still liking the SCE4? Safe travels!