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    What are the Best Websites to Sell a GW?

    Besides the Great Grady For Sale forum, what are other good websites to post a GW boat for sale?
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    Brief sudden power loss

    I have a 226 with a 2005 200 HPDI. I have had the boat out a couple of times since launching in the beginning of the month. Today I was out and experienced a sudden brief power loss when at higher RPMs above 3000. During acceleration or regular running, power would just suddenly go out for...
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    Basic Wax Question

    This is my first boat nice enough to consider waxing (used 2001 226). Does everyone just wax the outside hull? or do you wax all the top (inside the boat) surfaces? I assume it is the surfaces without the tread texture (just smooth surfaces)? Just looking for some basic help. Thanks.
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    Perko Scupper Flaps

    Anyone know a place to order just the flap part of the transom Perko scupper flap assembly? It is for a 226 and my current flaps have lost their elasticity to spring back in place.
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    Gel Coat Repair Kit

    Anyone have an online source to order a Grady White gel coat repair kit? GW says it is part # 30-029.
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    Trim Tab Indicator

    I have a 2001 Seafarer 226 and considering buying and installing Bennet 12 x 9 trim tabs. My question is whether an indicator that shows the tab position is useful? essential? Seems like it would help to know where the tab is rather than just the basic rocker switch? Also anything tricky...
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    Looking to Rent a Boat Trailer in Southern NJ

    I bought a 226 in the spring and it didn't come with a trailer. I was trying to avoid the cost of buying a trailer just for winter removals. Anyone in Southern NJ have a trailer to hold a 226 that I can rent for a day (around Thankgiving)? Just exploring cheaper options than buying a trailer...
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    Leave boat in water all winter - NJ?

    This is my first year with a 2001 GW 226 in the Avalon NJ area and I am thinking of leaving the boat in the water all winter. I am optomisitc that I can take sporadic cruises on the "warm" days. Anyone in NJ leave their boat in the water all winter? If so, take any extra precautions?
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    Yamaha Owners Manual vs. Service Manual?

    I recently purchased a GW 226 with a 2005 200 HPDI but a Yamaha Owners Manual didn't come with it. On the Yamaha website you can buy the Owners Manual for $20 or the Service Manual for $93. I plan to do my own basic maintenance and winterization. Is it better to have both manuals? or do I...
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    200 HPDI engine oil tank leak

    When I have my 200 HPDI tilted up while at the dock I get a very slight leak that seems to be coming from the cap in the oil tank on the side of the engine. Anyone run into this? Is there a cap or gasket that is easily replaceable?
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    Steering box leak

    I have a 226 Seaferer and when I looked up underneath the steering console the steering box (don't know the technical term for the box that attaches to the steering wheel and steering cables) appears to have a a very slight oil leak. Is it possible to repair this? I assume it may be a gasket...
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    Pitot tube question

    I have a Yahmaha 200 HPDI. The speedometer gauge isn't working and I saw from previous posts that it would likely be due to a clog in the pitot opening on the lower unit. I checked that and carefully reemed it out (nothing much in it) but the gauge still isn't working. Is there a easy way to...
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    Where to place shoot-thru-hull transducer

    Anyone have ideas where to place a shoot-thru-hull transducer? Anyone installed one or know where Grady White recommends to locate it? 2001 226 Seafarer
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    Looking for recommendation for a basic chartplotter

    Looking for recommendations for a basic chartplotter. Nothing too fancy or expensive. Just something that will show where I am on the chart and show detailed depth contours (back bays and ocean). I won't need any of the other gimicky items and don't need to tie in depth/ff Hoping for...
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    Window Leak 226

    I noticed some water/dampness on the cushions inside the cuddy after a rain storm and when I run my hand along the port hinge up window and front hatch window I can feel some water drops. Any hints for rehabbing these window seals?
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    Swim Platform/Ladder - Grady White or After Market

    I am buying a swim ladder for my 226 Seafarer (2001) and the Grady dealer gave me a cost of $560 for the GW ladder, but looking around I see after market version go for $150-$300. Any reason I should go with GW and spend the extra $$$$?
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    Sticky Throttle

    Any ideas to help a throttle lever move a little smoother? 2001 226 Seafarer with a 2005 Yamaha HPDI.
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    Speedometer Question

    I recently bought a 2001 226 Seafarer with a 2005 Yamaha HPDI. Everything works great expect the speedometer reading on the console doesn't show speed (just a blank or dash). The other fuctions of the same readout work (fuel). Any ideas? After reading some old posts I think I need to look...
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    Adjusting radius of wiper arm

    I recently purchased a 2001 226 Seafarer and the wiper arm appears to be positioned too low (sweep is over both windows instead of just the captain's side). I once had this issue on an old truck and was able to release a catch, remove the wiper, and reinstall at a better angle. I am not sure I...
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    226 Seafarer Trailer - What type do I need?

    Looking for a trailer for my 2001 226 Seafarer. Any suggestions? Grady White says my total weight to consider for a trailer (including motor) is 4,800 lbs. I checked with a Grady dealer and he recommended 5,800 lb trailer. Not sure if he is bumping me up to get more trailer and $$ than I...