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    GelCoat Chip Damage to the Starboard Strake - Pictures Incl.

    Hi Guys. When I purchased my boat the strake on the starboard side of the boat had a small nick about the size of a dime on the strake. Now, after about a year of usage the nice has grown in size and also it has seemed to spread. I may have caught it on a roller when landing my boat the last...
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    Adventure 208 Vee-Berth Drain -- Where does it drain?

    I am cleaning out my vee-berth cabin and decided to wash and hose it out. I ran the water for a few minutes washing away the soap and all the water drained out through the drain hole near the cabin door and the portable head; it is a small drain hole about 1/2" wide factory installed. My...
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    Roller Boat Trailer for Gradys. Need your opinion and help

    Hi Guys: I was wondering for those of you who have roller trailers for your 19-23 foot Grady's could you post or email me a picture of how the boat sit and how the rollers are adjusted for your trailer? email is ebaybrad@gmail.com I just purchased a new trailer for my 208 and trying to...
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    Buying a new trailer; Adventure 208 Trailer Capacity

    You guys who have an Adventure 208, what capacity trailer do you have? I am looking at getting a new 4600 lb. trailer and was wondering if that will be enough? Or should I go with a 5400 lb.? Thanks for your input!
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    Galvanized Trailer Brand Recommendation

    Hey Guys: I think I have decided instead of converting my 2004 EZ Loader bunk trailer to rollers, I am going to just buy a new trailer. My trailer is practically brand new and I think it has quite a bit of value. It has only been in salt water two times in its lifetime. What do you guys...
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    The new 2004 Grady 208 Adventure

    Sorry guys it too me so long to post these. Been enjoying the boat for almost a month now and loving it. The boat was barely used (36 hours) and in practically brand new condition; 2004 208 with a F225 Yamaha. 2004 EZ Loader trailer never been launched in Salt water (boat too)! Delivery day!
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    GPS and VHF Antenna Mounting Ideas

    Hello! This weekend I have dedicated to installing my new Garmin 4212 in my 2004 Adventure 208. Can you email me pictures of where and how you mounted your antenna for your GPS units? Any pictures from your installs would be great. If you like you can email them to ebaybrad@gmail.com...
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    EZ Loader Bunk to Roller Conversion

    I just purchased a 2004 Adventure 208 this past week and I am not a huge fan of the bunk trailer. Most of the ramps around here can be rather shallow and I don't like dipping my new 07 Tundra in the saltwater :( Has anyone ever heard of converting their trailer to rollers and what do you...
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    Post 1997 Adventure 208 Electronics Box Size

    Hey Guys! Does anyone know or could measure the electronics box size on a 1997 or later 208? I have a 12" Garmin 4212 that I am going to mount in that box and wanted to know if it is going to fit. I would most likely take off the cover and flush mount the 4212 with a piece of starboard...
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    Doel-Fin Hydrofoil Planing Stabilizer Anyone using them?

    Hey guys: I was browsing the web and came across the Doel-Fin Hydrofoil Planing Stabilizer. I have seen them on many boats but never really heard if they are worth the money or not. Any thoughts? Thanks.
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    Adventure 208 with F225 What Props are you all running?

    Hello. I just bought a new (to me) 2004 208 and it has a cheapo Aluminum prop on it and want to get it replaced. I am looking at what pitch, diameter, and brand/model I want. I'm not sure if I should stick with Yamaha SWS II or look at the Merc Mirage plus? What do you all run on your 208's...
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    Installing a CD/FM Radio with speakers

    Hi: I was wondering how hard it would be to install a CD/FM radio system on a 2004 208 Grady? I would be installing the speakers as well. Could it be done over the weekend? Also, has anyone ever added a fresh water tank as a OEM installation on a 208? Thank you for your input.
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    Good price? 04 208 with a F225 $35k

    Hello. I am getting pretty serious on a 2004 Grady Adventure 208 with a 2004 F225. The boat and motor have 36 hours on it and has always been garaged. Comes with the usual: trim tabs, vista top with drop curtain, livewell, raw water washdown, etc. It has never been launched in salt water and...
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    2000 Yamaha 200HP HPDI Good motor?

    Hey guys. I am looking at a boat with a 2000 Yami HPDI 200HP 2 stroke. On my current Grady I have an 06 Yami 200HP 4 stroke. I really enjoy the four stroke but just wanted to get your opinion on the HPDI. I've read that the SSII series are not good 2-strokes but can't find very much on the...
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    Yamaha Command Link Operating Manual

    Does anyone have a PDF copy of the Yami Command Link system manual. I cant find one on Yami's website. Thanks!
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    Kicker Motor Installation Which side is best?

    Which side should the kicker motor be mounted on? I have heard that it should go on the port side or does it matter? Thanks.
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    Swim Platform Step Max Weight Rating

    Does anyone know what the maximum weight rating for the Grady White OEM swim step platform is? I am looking at getting a kicker motor bracket that mounts on the swim platform instead of drilling new holes. Thanks!
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    Fuel tank bad sending unit?

    My fuel tank gauge on my Yamaha Command Link system shows a full tank all the time. It was just working the other day at the gas station but when I took her out this weekend first noticed it wasn't registering my actual gas tank level. I know I don't even have close to a full tank. Does...
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    Hydraulic SeaStar Steering System Leaking Hyd. Fluid

    I wanted to see if anyone had any ideas on my leaking SeaStar hydraulic steering. The issue is the steering wheel module is steadily leaking oil especially when we take the boat out. Sometimes is so much that it creates small puddles on the deck. You can see the stream running down the helm...
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    Grady White Cushion Replacements Cheaper than Dealer?

    Hello. I am looking at replacing my aft cushions on my 1993 Adventure 208. I would like to get the newer style >97 that have the full back rests. Does anyone know of a good place to find cushions cheaper than the local Grady Dealer and if the post 97 cushions will fit a 93-96 208 model...