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    WTB Cover for 2004 257 Advance with twin 150's

    Prefer custom or semi custom fit. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks and Happy New Year!
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    repower Gulfstream

    I would like to repower my 2004 232 (currently has a Yamaha 225 with 1,700 hrs) with a low hour Yamaha 300. I am concerned about buying a used motor without seeing it run. Does anyone know of a reputable used motor dealer or marketplace? Thanks, Patrick
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    Electronic steering

    I am looking at an upgrade from my 2004 257 and I really like the idea of the Skyhook feature for fishing. However, I have heard that the electronic steering can be a lot less reliable than the hydraulic steering. Does anyone have any opinions/insight they can share? Thanks, Patrick
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    Live well drain

    On my 2004 257 Advance the top piece of the livewell drain pipe disintegrated. Does anyone know where I can buy a new pipe? The top appears to have been glued. Thanks!
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    joy stick feature

    Does the joy stick feature on twin Yamahas have the feature to hold a GPS position when fishing? Does the joy stick feature have any downside other than cost? Thanks.
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    a/c at the dock

    On the Grady's with cabins, Will a/c and other accessories work off shore power, or does the generator need to be running?
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    Center console or walkaround/express?

    I have owned both center consoles and cabin style Gradys. The center consoles are great for fishing but lack storage space. My kids like to dive, spearfish and rod and reel fish. The cabin would provide extra storage and the ability to sleep out if we wanted, but the center console is more...
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    Deck storage

    Why are there no hatches in the floor/deck of Grady boats? Can they be added?
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    repower 232 Gulfstream

    I have a 2004 232 Gulfstream which I love, but seems underpowered with a single Yamaha 225. When we have a full boat, I struggle to get on plane. Does anyone have an idea of the cost to upgrade to a single Yamaha single 300 or 350? Is there any value in the old 225 with 1,600 hours? Thanks...
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    Gel coat $$$$$

    I just tried to buy a quart of Spectrum gel coat which is color matched to my boat and it was over $200. Are there any other options? Thanks, Patrick
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    Hatch repair

    I am attempting to repair the stern hatches (top of stern) on my 2004 232. There are pieces which cracked on the corners and edges and came off. I am trying to figure out what the best material will be for the repairs and adhesion. I have done repairs before and they come off again after 1 -...
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    Underwater lights

    I would like to put some LEDs on the back of my Advance 257 below the water line, but the thought of drilling holes in my transom makes me very nervous. Is there a way to attach lights without drilling? Thanks.
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    Advance 257 anchor locker

    I have a 2004 257 Advance and the anchor locker is very small. Does anyone have any creative solutions/modifications for storing the anchor and line? Thanks!
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    Satellite weather

    Is there a hand held or less expensive option to receive weather radar offshore by satellite?
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    Off shore safety

    I plan to take an Advance 25 with twin Yamaha 150's between 60 and 90 miles offshore in Florida. I plan to buy an epirb. Other than the required Coast Guard items, what other safety equipment should I have on board?
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    fresh water pump

    I installed a new fresh water pump on my 2003 Gulfstream and it is not working. The pump is running (I can hear and feel it) and there is water in the tank, but nothing comes out the sprayer. It did spray for a brief moment and then stopped. I looked for water in the bilge thinking a hose came...
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    Battery switch and charging

    I have a 2003 Gulfstream with 2 batteries and an A/B switch. If I have the switch set to one of the batteries when the engine is running am I still charging both batteries, or do I need to have it on "Both" to charge both batteries? Thanks for any help.
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    swim ladder for Gulfstream

    Does anyone know where I can get a swim ladder like this: it's on a 2003 Gulfstrea
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    Yamaha ran rough at low rpm

    I just bought a 2004 Advance 257 with twin yamahas with 250 hours. They ran well during trial, but after a short trip recently they were running rough in the no wake areas (vibration). Any idea what this might be? Suggestions?
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    Are stainless steel brakes worth the extra $?

    I'm shopping for a trailer and one of the guys selling them told me that stainless steel calipers are not worth the extra money because the part that fails is the boot/seal, not the stainless part. It seems to make sense, but I do not have the experience to know. BTW, thank you to all the guys...