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    Checked out a boat and need advice.

    I've been on the search for my next boat and I took a look at a potential boat today. Overall the boat was in good shape but my only real concern dealt with the aluminum trim that is mounted under the engines along the transom. I know there is proper name for this piece of aluminum but don't...
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    Comparing 273 Chase vs 282 Sailfish

    I know this is like comparing apples to oranges but I'm in the process of moving up from my 232 Gulfstream and I was wondering if anyone has experienced the ride of both boats. I've fished on a 282 many times and it is a great boat, everything is laid out very well and I like the ride when...
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    Looking for Real World 282 Sailfish Performance #s

    I'm kicking around the idea of moving up from my current 232 with f150s to a 282 with f225s but I'm a bit concerned about how much more fuel I may burn. I've compared the performance specs on the Grady site and it seems to be about a 10%-15% difference. When we spend the day trolling the...
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    Wise Boat Seat Parts???

    My 2000 Gulfstream has the Wise Ladder Back helm seats and the L-brackets for the back support are slightly bent on the companion seat. I've searched the internet for the brackets to no avail and I've contacted Wise and they don't sell directly to the public. Wise recommended that I try a few...
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    Adding a Downrigger to a 232 Gulfstream

    I'm planning to add a Penn downrigger to my 232 Gulfstream this season when fishing for tuna and wahoo. I recently purchased a used downrigger that is equipped to the rod holder mount, this seems to be my perferred method since I would like to remove the downrigger when not in use. My question...
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    Gulfstream Owners with Bunk Trailers

    I just purchased a used boat trailer to handle my 2000 Gulfstream. My boat is in the water and I want to adjust the bunks as close as possible before pulling the boat. The dealer did not offer any real assistance. If there are any Gulfstream owners that use a bunk trailer, could you please...
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    Deluxe Helm Seats

    I have a 2000 Gulfstream with the deluxe ladder back helm seats but the L brackets that connect the base to the seat back on the companion seat seem to be slightly bent back. I think the previous owner may have leaned a little too far back and now it has somewhat of a recliner feeling. It...
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    Modifying Bow Pulpit

    So when I bought my 2000 Gulfstream 5 years ago the only option missing that I really would have like was a bow pulpit. I called my local Grady dealer and was quoted approximately $1500 for a bow pulpit kit and I just couldn't justify the cost. A few years ago I picked up a bow pulpit and...
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    Trailer recommendation for 2000 232 Gulfstream

    I'm looking for advice from any Gulfstream owners that trailer their boat. I'm thinking about purchasing a trailer for my boat to use on seasonal haul outs, emergency situations and possibly bringing my boat from Ocean City up to the Chesapeake for the trophy striper seasons. My preference is...
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    Downrigger for Gulfstream

    I'm thinking about purchasing a downrigger for my 2000 Gulfstream. I've been looking at the Penn 600 which seems like it can handle the job when fishing offshore. I have 2 questions, first with the Gulfstream having the full transom with bracket will I need to go with the 48" boom or can I get...
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    Friend's 2002 Grady 282 - Stolen Ocean City, MD

    I'd like to ask everyone to keep an eye out for a 2002 Grady White 282. My friend's boat was stolen on 6/11 from a marina in Ocean City, MD. Here is a link to the details and info on the boat. http://www.tidalfish.com/forums/showthr ... Ocean-City Hopefully it is recovered soon. Thanks.
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    Gulfstream with Twin F150s

    Looking for some feedback from any Gulfstream owners with Yamaha twin F150s. What hole are your engines mounted on? Also, what props is everyone running? Lastly, I'd like to hear what the real world performance numbers look like. What's your average fuel economy with a crew of 3 and full...
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    Stereo Installation Wiring Help Please

    I am trying to install a Sony stereo on my Gulfstream and I can't seem to figure out the wiring. This "should" be a simple install as I am only utilizing the head unit and 2 speakers. Based upon the wiring diagram I should only have to utilize 3 wires (black, red, and yellow). The black...
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    Gulfstream Stereo Speaker Placement

    I'm adding a stereo to my Gulfstream in the next few weeks but I'm having problems deciding where to mount the speakers. If I remove the deck plates that are on either side of the fish boxes, I can fabricate a mount out of starboard and add a pair of 6.5" speakers . Has anyone every done this...
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    Freshwater Shower Cover

    While doing some spring cleaning on the boat today, I noticed that the rubber cover on my transom freshwater washdown is shot. Does anyone know the manufacturer or how to obtain the rubber cap?
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    Battery Question

    Hoping to get a little advice here. I'm planning to do some preventive maintance on my boat and I'd like to replace my batteries. I have a 2000 Gulfstream with twin 150 Yamaha SWSII. The current system has dual batteries running through two battery switches. Should I replace the batteries...
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    Caulk color???

    Can anyone tell me what color caulk Grady used on a 2000 Gulfstream? I read on here that it was GE II Almond but that color looks too brown to me. Thanks in advance.
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    Downrigger for Gulfstream

    Thinking about adding a downrigger to my Gulfstream this year and I've been looking at the Penn Fathom Masters. I'd like to use the rod holder mounts as opposed to adding a fixed mount base to the gunnels. If I use the rod holder mounts, do I need to add a backer plate or anything else to...
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    Aux. fuel tank not venting properly

    I'm hoping to get some advice on how to resolve a problem that I'm having with the auxillary fuel tank on my 232 Gulfstream. I purchased the boat in March and I'm still learning all the quirks. I recently discovered that the auxillary tank was not venting properly. I removed the gas cap I...
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    Clamp on Rod Holders

    Looking to add a few more rod holders to my 2000 Gulfstream. Does anyone have any recommendations? I'm leaning towards Lee's but open to suggestions. Also, does anyone know the diameter of the supports for the hardtop? Thanks.