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    Dry Stacking damage repair

    I have had three dangling transducers from the summer help they hire at the marina.
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    REUPHOLSTERING BOLSTERS

    Rather than replace the fabric on my 208's bolsters. I got a set of these. They custom make them to your measurments. They look great and have been on for several years now. http://www.seadek.com/c-8-coaming-bolsters.aspx
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    DeWalt 20 V Impact Driver: Any Of You Gents Own / Use One?

    Re: DeWalt 20 V Impact Driver: Any Of You Gents Own / Use O Love mine! It is a beast but not cheap! Porter Cable makes a 20V but only comes with one battery. Half the price of DeWalt, though.
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    Engine Flush

    If you are going to flush with the engine running, use earmuffs only. If you are worried about salt build up, use Salt-Away one or twice a season. Stuff works.
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    Looking for Your Opinion on Next Grady

    There is a very nice 2005 30' Marlin for sale near me. F250s with low hours, gen set and good electronics. PM me for info if you like.
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    new owner of a Adventure 208

    My suggestion for backing a single engine 208 into a slip between boats is.....tip the dock boy 5 bucks and let him do it. I found that if you tip the dock boys for each and everything they do, it will save you a lot of aggravation. So many people with big expensive boats have alligator arms...
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    Scratched Acrylic Windshield Repair??

    Quixx Acrylic Scratch Remover worked well for me.
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    yama-lube vs other brands

    Quicksilver is just fine. FC-W rated and has additives for four strokes. Just remember, your outboard is running at twice the RPMs of a car engine. Using the right oil is imperative.
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    Replacing horn on 2003 228

    Before replacing, try squirting some WD40 into the horns and bang them with your fist or a rubber hammer. Worked for me twice.
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    Battery Advice

    Group 27 is a size and that's what your 208 takes. I prefer Interstate batteries. If you don't have a charger, a dual hook-up Battery Tender is a great investment. Charges batteries and conditions them without overcharging them.
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    22' with porta potty?

    Head with pump-out or head with macerator are optional on the 225 dual console.
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    LED Bulbs for Spreader Lights

    My 2004 208 has the Hella spreader lights from the factory. The replacement bulb is H3. I tried the LED bulb but it was not as bright as the original. Since I am rarely out after dark, it really did not make a difference. You can get them here. http://www.amazon.com/Zone-Tech-Generic ...
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    New Member - Just Purchased An Adventure 208!

    Also, the 208 is not a Donzi. But once you get the bottom cleaned and trim tabs on, you should see much better performance and fuel economy. Bennett makes electric tabs that have no hydraulic stuff to install. Might want to give them a look. Watch your depth in Barnagat Bay. Don't ask how I...
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    Boat Floats Unevenly

    On my 2004 208, there was one battery on each side, under the stern seats.
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    Steering Wheel Cap for Adventure 208

    Try This http://www.ebay.com/itm/TRACKER-MARINE- ... 0421901355
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    Yamaha dry exhaust corrosion problem

    A reputable Yamaha mechanic will be familiar with this issue and will guide you accordingly. This problem has been discussed more than you could ever want to know. There are all kinds of theories about flushing, salt or fresh water, blah blah, but the real problem is Yamaha's mistake.
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    Stolen Motors, brave thieves

    They took 6 F350s from the transoms of boats at a dealer's yard in Georgetown, SC a few years ago. I was told by a federal agent that they probably end up in containers and are shipped overseas, mainly Central and South America.
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    Yamaha hdpi or 4 stroke

    First, there is nothing wrong with the HDPI. Pretty bullet proof. I have a 2004 Adventure with a F200 four stroke. Never a problem with the engine or the boat. Wife enjoys it, comfortable and fairly quiet. Do some fishing but mostly just spend a day on the water. Wait a month or so and...
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    Stripe Decal Patches?

    Some folks have removed the old striping and left it off. You can have a cool looking Grady logo made at many of the vinyl lettering companies on the 'net. One local guy did that and his 232 looks really good.
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    'Manual' Battery Tending

    Battery Tender makes great products. They have one with two sets of leads that you can use for your dual batteries. Have one on my boat and on my diesel pickup. You can install the cables on your batteries and just pug the leads in when you want to charge. Eliminates the clamps. you can...