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    Motor Gave Up - looking For Options

    Long story short, my 1993 Yamaha 225 HP two-smoke finally quit. Am hoping to repower with a used Yamaha if possible, but am having trouble trying to locate a reputable source for used motors. Am hoping someone here might be able to provide a few recommendations. For background, I've already...
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    Gulfstream Rescue with my 209

    Had a good reminder yesterday that it's always prudent to check your batteries early and often. Was out fishing on the Chesapeake Bay yesterday afternoon in my 209 with only one other boat near me late in the afternoon. Looked over at the other boat to see if they were catching anything and...
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    Anyone have an aftermarket bimini?

    Hello all - I'm in the market for a bimini top for my 209, but not sure whether to go custom or if an aftermarket top will do. Anyone have an aftermarket bimini? If so, are you happy with it? Where did you order it? I want to go stainless, but hoping to get by without having to have one...
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    Replacing Scupper Valve Assembly - Escape 209

    Hi all - Need to replace my scupper valve assemblies on my '93 Escape. These are for the deck drains and they sit above the water line (most of the time). They are the type that have the white plastic ring and the flap behind them held on by four screws. My question is do the screws need...
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    Recs on Fish/Depth Finder for Escape 209

    Looking for a new fish/depth finder for my '93 Escape 209. Don't need anything fancy as I'm a recreational angler, but don't want complete junk either. Boat is used on the Chesapeake Bay. Appreciate any and all advice. --Brad
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    Console Cover for Escape 209

    All - I've got a 1993 GW Escape 209 (no t-top) and would like to get a console cover for it. Boat is new to me as of July and am trying to make up for lack of care by previous owners. Anybody have leads on where to get a good one? Appreciate any info. --Fish
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    Yamaha 225hp Temp Alarm

    Hello all - New Grady owner here as of late July. Boat is a 1993 Escape with a '93 Yamaha 225hp outboard and I'm having a little trouble with the temp alarm going off after using the engine for a bit. Example, ran the boat approx. 5-6 miles at three-quarter throttle with no issues, but then...