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    repower

    The zuke 350’s with duo props are sweet, but the motors want higher octane fuel to get 350 Which may not be available and will cost more in fuel should you do so. zuke now does also have a DF300 with duo props, albiet motors are 65+# or so physically heavier than DF300 single prop version, not...
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    Microwave removal

    Hmmm, this leaking from port side to microwave area seems to be consistent issue for 282’s. mine suffered the same issue, but found was due to the hole cut to fit the port window was poorly cut and a bit too big in one spot which made sealing the window perfectly difficult And hence the small...
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    Repower a Sailfish 282

    2002 282 with yami F225’s re-powered with ZuKE DF300s this past January. For Suzuki, the DF250’s and DF300’s are same motor except the tune. Cant remember the exact number but the 300’s were only Cdn$1600 more total over the 250’s, so i opted for the 300’s. was worried a bit about going from...
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    pulling out frig to check plumbing ?

    Update: The water leak was due to a busted flow valve near the fresh water tank that the servicing dealer found and simply removed the offending valve. Valve was busted and stuck in open condition. I honestly would not have found this as getting to the tank in the 282 was extremely difficult...
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    2002 282 Sailfish re-power question

    Thx amf282 i think thats the exact same prop which dealer put on my zukes
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    2002 282 Sailfish re-power question

    1.8? that's fantastic. i think the added trim is indeed the ticket. boat looks good! i opted for the black coloured zukes. curious, what prop did you go with? will miss that boat . . . on to the search for the next ride for myself
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    Autopilot for Marlin

    A consideration when choosing between AP brands for your boat: maintenance and accessibility for various parts of the AP. And installation location of parts which may require regular maintenance. Please research what parts may need better access as they may require some maintenance such as...
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    2002 282 Sailfish re-power question

    long over due update: Mid January the 282 was re-powered from 2002 F225s to Suzuki DF300's! new gauges, controls and motors and into the world of fly-by-wire! the throttles are touchy especially coming from friction cable controls but know i will prefer them to the old. just some time needed...
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    2002 282 Sailfish re-power question

    got a response from Grady White factory. Was informed that they have only tested the boat with Yami power and unable to say how additional weight may adversely effect the boat if i went to Zuke 300's. Not the answer i wanted but understand their position and appreciate the reply. The boat is...
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    PLEASE READ THIS AND RESPOND!!!!!

    BC282 Nalie 2002 282 Sailfish F225's soon to be replaced with Suzuki DF300's with fly by wire!
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    Keep 228 or move up to 282??

    i went from a 22' WA to my 282 and zero regrets as PacNW coastal and offshore fishing suits the bigger boat. I keep the boat on a trailer and no issues towing with 3/4 ton truck but you definitely know its back there and not gonna win any races. But ... Bigger boat can equal bigger and more...
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    2002 282 Sailfish re-power question

    thanks guys for the insight. Boat sitting at dealer 1000 miles from me, mechanic informed me today that hull rated for 600hp. so option for twin 300 is on the table and for $1600 likely the way to go. Mechanic also stated that boats can be "over-powered" by 15% without insurance issues. Not...
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    2002 282 Sailfish re-power question

    hi guys, looking like its finally time to repower the Sailfish. Currently have Yami F225's (2002 vintage) with about 1200 hours. Looking at either new Yamaha F250's with fly by wire controls or Suzuki DF250's or even the DF300's (only Cdn$1600 more). Not looking for debate on Yami vs Zukes...
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    Unreliable Autopilot

    hahahahaha, it did fly over my head :<>< :<>< :<>< :dance :dance can't say anything about your admiral but if she can drive a car, i think she can learn to drive a boat. maybe not parallel park, but keep the boat headed in a safe direction towards destination. could just stop and enjoy a...
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    Unreliable Autopilot

    dale, what pilot do you currently have? i love my pilot (its not perfect) but i'm satisfied with my Garmin GHP10. If doing all over again, i''d probably go with a Furuno pilot as i'm a fan of furuno but at the time theirs did not have a virtual rudder. here's some Major Pros that i find with...
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    Great deal on Grady helm seat

    saw that deal earlier this past sept and was very tempted, price was very very good. that model is identical to what my 282 has now. Albeit this chair is pretty good, i decided to "upgrade" and went with a similar chair on sale fr defender > http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?pat ... id=3019240...
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    What is easiest way to drain fresh water tank 282 Sailfish

    Re: What is easiest way to drain fresh water tank 282 Sailfi have a 2002 282, where r the filters? i've cleaned the individual faucets (cabin tap, head tap, and transom tap), but have not seen a fresh water filter, to me i only saw the fill and hose going direct to tank with sits at the very...
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    Fuel vent line in 282 Sailfish?

    thx guys, i had a brief look and it seems like the vent is with fill.
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    Fuel vent line in 282 Sailfish?

    thinking about adding a Green Marine fuel whistle to the boat to help signal audibally when the tank is full and avoid any spillage(s). This simple device ($25-40) gets sspliced inline on the vent line (normally 5/8"). i'm 900 miles fr boat and can't easily look for the location of my vent...
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    Grady Helm chair replacement

    suzukidave, how's the color match of the 562 chair and cushions to the "Grady Creme" ?