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    Teleflex Sea Star Cylinder Leak

    Have had a slow leak from the cylinder seals and have been keeping up with it by topping off at the helm. For the seal kit/replacement: Marina wants 4 hours labor + parts For a cylinder replacement: They want 2 hours labor + parts for a cylinder replacement. How easy is it to do either of...
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    Quick Flush Port Adapater?

    Has anyone found or made a good DIY flush port adapter for easy flushing on a Yamaha 4 stroke? I'd like to avoid having to hop over onto the swim platform and unscrew/rescrew the flush port every time I flush. So the question: What have you rigged up to make flushing easier? Thanks...
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    Engine Winterization Work

    First year with my Gulfstream and single F250 and I am contemplating doing the winterizing work myself. The boat will be pulled out of the water next week and will go on blocks for the winter. I am not well versed in mechanics, but I am handy and can figure things out. I've got the service...
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    Suggestions for Securing ahead of Irene

    I will have a Gulfstream tied up at the marina on the south shore of Long Island where I am on a floating dock with with pilings. Looking to hear any suggestions and thoughts on best ways to secure and what line setup might be a best bet. Much thanks and let's hope for a push to the east!
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    Fuel Flow Meter / Management Meter Issues

    My digital yamaha guages for the fuel flow meter and the fuel management meter have stopped flowing numbers for my F250. Before completely stopping, they would intermittently operate and prior to that they were fine. Could some of you fine folks recommend where I should be looking to get these...
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    Selection of Anchor/Rode for Gulfstream

    Was hoping I might get some suggestions or thoughts on selection of an anchor and rode for a Gulfstream which will mostly be spending time in the Great South Bay of Long Island. Any thoughts? Much thanks!
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    Upgrading from AM/FM Tape Stereo

    I am looking to upgrade the AM/FM Tape deck that is on my1998 Gulfstream i recently purchased. Will I run into any issues with purchasing any type of unit? I am looking at the Sony CDXM30 Marine CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player with its relative low cost and good reviews. Any advice or things...
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    Boat Transporter DE --> NY

    Hey All - Finally made a purchase and now need to get my Gulfstream from the Millsboro, DE area to Long Island! Aside from uShip, does anyone have any local suggestions for transporters in Delaware? Much appreciated!!
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    1999 Gulfstream Value?

    There are plenty of variables, but would anyone have thoughts on how much a 1999 Gulfstream with a 2003 Yamaha F225 with about 225 hrs go for? Boat is very clean, has everything it should, has electronics (radar, gps, sounder, radio) though they are a few years older (probably original). Your...
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    Anyone in the Wilmington, NC area?

    Might anyone have some time to perhaps look over a grady I am seriously considering? I do not live in the area and wanted to get a better idea about the boat before I plan a trip down there, find a local surveyor, and make some serious moves. Would anyone be able to help, or make any...
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    Help! Choosing Between Boats

    Hey Folks - I might be getting ready to purchase a used grady and wanted to get some advice. Boat 1: 1993 246 Explorer with 2004 225 Yamaha 4 Stroke (205 hrs) One Owner, Well Kept, Lift Kept. Fresh water flushed after each use. Professionally cleadned 4-6x yr. Minor cosmetic issues here...
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    Purchasing a Used Grady

    Hey All, New to the forums here and looking for some advice. I've done some searching and read quite a few threads on the topic, but can always use some "customized" advice. As a child my family had a Offshore 24 for a handful of years (loved it) and now it's time for me to get into the...