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    Garboard Drain Plug Sealing

    I know this was discussed and someone described in detail, with pictures, the whole process of correctly sealing the garboard drain from water intrusion. I've been searching for an hour with no luck. Can anyone please provide a link to the pics of the repair? I recently pulled the boat out and...
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    Yamaha Parts Online??

    I just came from my Yamaha dealer after dropping my boat off for the 200 hour service on the F250. They said it'll be at least $850!! The 100 hour cost me $640! He said they have raised the hourly rate to $110!!! I was shocked to say the least. Spark plugs $7, zincs $40 each, water pump...
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    Yamaha Control Cables ???

    I bought a new F250, new controls, new wiring, but am using the old (original) cables. It just seems hard to shift...especially since I have been running a friend's new 175 Merc. Verado lately with the electronic controls. Amazing! Has anyone ever heard about a conversion to these Mercury...
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    Pacemaker Wahoo 26 CC ??? (I Have a 228 Seafarer too!)

    Yes I own and love my Grady but...the other day, while telling fishing lies at the local bar, a guy offered to GIVE me this boat. It's a 1976 Pacemaker 26 Center Console. Twin Cummins 4BT (150 hp each) diesels in a straight inboard setup. It's not running right now but both engines turn over. I...
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    Drilling Angled Holes For Rod Holders

    I am about to install 2 new GW rod holders between the existing gunnel mounted rod holders on my 228 Seafarer. The 2 3/8" hole is supposed to be cut on a 65 degree angle. The Milwaukee hole saw I bought is not designed to cut on an angle. First of all the 1/4" drill bit in the center is too...