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    Fuel Gauge Problem

    1986 Sailfish 255 - Both tanks were replaced with new senders last year and all worked fine. Now when I select the main tank the indicator pegs hard to empty and I just put 40gals of fuel in. I did replace my switch panel but that went pretty well....i thought... Aux Tank works, no problem...
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    Bottom Paint on Metal

    I'm using a bottom paint with 45% copper and I'm wondering if I can use this on the trim tabs and outboard engine brackets? I dont paint the anodes but will they still protect from corrosion or should I be using a different type of paint on the metals? Thnaks in advance!!
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    OB mechanic?

    Can anyone recommend a good mobile outboard mechanic in the southeast MA area? Thanks.
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    Smokin' Johnson!!

    I've got twin 1996 175hp Ocean Pro's on my '86 255 Sailfish. Both engines run pretty well except for the excessive smoke on the starboard engine. Both engines got new VRO's last year and all was good. Carbs on the SB motor are wet and oil will pool beneath them when sitting on the mooring a...
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    Y-Valve replacement

    Hi, Does anyone know where I can get a new washdown/livewell Y-Valve (GW# 11-517) or one like it. Boat is an '86 Sailfish 255. Got an email out to GW but nothing back yet. Thanks guys, Brutus
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    Carb leak?

    Hi Everyone, Finally launched this morning and knew something wasn't right when I saw fuel on the water. Took the cover off the port eng and found fuel pouring from a hole at the bottom of the middle carb bowl. We noticed there was some type of ball the size of a BB in the other carbs held in...
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    VRO Tank Low Oil Level Alarm

    Hi Guys, Looking for some info on testing VRO tank level alarm. I've got twin 1995 Johnson 175's so there is no system check lights, only the horn at the ignition. It's got one oil tank with 2 pick ups. The horns do chirp every time the ignition key is turned on so I have to assume the...
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    Trailer Tires

    Hi..I joined last year and finally got a GW this year..An '86 Sailfish255 very well kept...Got a few questions but I'll start with the trailer tires first. Previous owner put new radials on the twin axle 7200# trailer. They are trailer tires but even with proper air pressure they bellow and ride...
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    Dolphin verses Sailfish

    Hi, Just joined the forum and there is awesome info I'm learning here so up front, thank you all for that. I'm looking to purchase a used Grady but I want to know if there are any significant differences between the Sailfish and the Dolphin models. I've been in a couple of 25' Sailfish...