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Hello all, Do you guys think it would be a good idea to install one of those gunwhale taps on my 208? We have no sink and I'd find it good to have some source of running water on board - without using the shower. Are there any structural issues at all? I guess it's easy enough to link up to...

Hello all, I recently had my 3-gallon Yamaha portable fuel tank stolen from the marina. I stored it in the port fishbox (which does not lock). Silly me, I know it was gonna "fly" sooner or later but never measured its dimensions... anyone else know what size tank I should get, so that it fits...

Hello all, I am in the process of fine-tuning my recently acquired 208. After reading a lot about props and slip and WOT and RPMs, I had the chance to test a 17' Merc Rev4 - and compared it to the stock "17M" Yamaha (Stainless, 3-bladed) that was on the boat when I bought it. Here are the test...

Hello all, What do we look at when buying a used propeller? Is there any classic knowledge we should all know about? In other words, I've borrowed a used prop to test (and possibly buy) on my 208 - it's a 17' Mercury Revolution 4 (stainless). Prop looks totally fine, with no nicks, scratches...

Dear all, I've included the link in the photo section - but it may be of interest here, too. There are some drawings, measurements and parts codes for whomever might be interested (and more will be added as we near completion). Since the refurbishment of our new (old) 208 is almost done, I've...

Hello all, Since the refurbishment of our new (old) 208 is almost done, I've decided to share some images, hints and tips (and failures) with whomever might be interested. Here is the link to the full story: http://adventure208.tumblr.com/ As it's a blog, you'll need to read it from the...

Hello all, Is there a simple (i.e. inexpensive) method to shine the metal and plastic parts of a Yamaha 225 (4-stroke, if that matters at all)? Engine runs great, but the external surfaces have lost their initial shine... any advice appreciated!

Hello all, I am replacing the battery select switch and main electric "arteries" on my new-old 208. Also adding a Blue Sea Systems SI-Series Automatic Charging Relay and maxi fuses... The switch is currently mounted on the inside of transom, under the starboard seat. I cannot seem to find a...

Hello all, Any suggestions for the paint to use to freshen-up the bilge area in a 2000 Grady? My mechanic warned me that some types of thick top-coat paints may start flaking if the paint base is different... I intend to paint the inside of the anchor locker, too... Any ideas? something in the...

Hello all, here's a simple (?) question that I'd like to put forward... just in case: on my recently-acquired GW there are multiple screw holes on the Hard-top (old beamer, old GPS antenna, unknown holes etc). How can I fill them in? Some holes are small diameter and deep (well, the top's...

Good morning all, My factory-installed, original fuel tank has accumulated dirt/gunk over the years - I can see through the deck-plates. It is a plastic Moeller tank and is permanently installed* under the floor. Has 2 exposed (i.e. unpainted) wooden planks holding it into place**. Is it...

Hello all, I am currently rewiring part of my new-old 208. It's running a Yammie 225 + kicker and has two batteries. I intend to install the Blue Sea "add-a-battery" system (1 starter bat. and 1 house bat.) and was wondering how to best monitor my two batteries. Dual volmeters? Ampere-meters...

Hello all, I need to replace the deck plates on my 208 Adventure (year 2000). The old ones have all gone chalky and water seeps through the seals... Please see the photos.... From my online research, they seem to be manufactured by Beckson Marine, part no: Beckson Marine 8" White Pry-Out...

Hello all from the other side of the world...Greece. Oh yes, we do a fair bit of boating in the warm waters of the Med - and we love our GW's too! This is my first post in this forum, so thanks for hosting my question (and a -late- happy new year to all). Been studying hard all the interesting...