Windshield and swim platform for Escape 209

[Ben Savannah]

I've got a 2005 Grady Escape 209. OEM windshield is badly spider webbed. Have you replaced yours, and if so who did you buy from? I'm having a hard time finding a company that has the mold for this model and I want to avoid the expense of shipping mine to a company to do it. Any advice is appreciated.
While I'm replacing, I'm also going to make it taller because I'm tall and the top edge of the OEM obstructs my vision. Any suggestions on this (have you customized, what measurements did you use etc.)? Would you go as tall as possible?

Second issue: swim ladder and platform need to be replaced. Who would you recommend I get the replacement from? I'm keeping the bracket so screw pattern could be an issue. Is there anyone who sells OEM Grady platform?
Thanks, Ben

 

[DennisG01]

I've got a 2005 Grady Escape 209. OEM windshield is badly spider webbed. Have you replaced yours, and if so who did you buy from? I'm having a hard time finding a company that has the mold for this model and I want to avoid the expense of shipping mine to a company to do it. Any advice is appreciated.
While I'm replacing, I'm also going to make it taller because I'm tall and the top edge of the OEM obstructs my vision. Any suggestions on this (have you customized, what measurements did you use etc.)? Would you go as tall as possible?

Second issue: swim ladder and platform need to be replaced. Who would you recommend I get the replacement from? I'm keeping the bracket so screw pattern could be an issue. Is there anyone who sells OEM Grady platform?
Thanks, Ben

Usually, on one of the corners (usually bottom) of the glass you'll find the manufacturer info. But this is irrelevant since you said you're going to make it taller. You're now into full-on custom territory so the original manufacturer doesn't matter. Start by asking aroudn at some bigger marinas for recommendations on who to go to.

Post a pic of the swim platform.

 

[Ben Savannah]

Usually, on one of the corners (usually bottom) of the glass you'll find the manufacturer info. But this is irrelevant since you said you're going to make it taller. You're now into full-on custom territory so the original manufacturer doesn't matter. Start by asking aroudn at some bigger marinas for recommendations on who to go to.

Post a pic of the swim platform.

 

[Ben Savannah]

 

[Tom O]

Hi, New to the site. Just got a 2009 209 Escape w/250 Yamaha 500 hrs. I also would like to replace the windshield. Does anyone know what years are the same?

 

[PointedRose]

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Pretty sure that step ladder was not original and obv caused the swim step failure. You could likely use the step you have and reinforce to fabricate it like new

Amarine Made 3 Step Stainless Steel Telescoping Boat Ladder Swim Step https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0097L6KM...abc_JF1TJ4EPA5BSDJ2GVYQ3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[DennisG01]

Ben, it's interesting to see the failure point was right where the structure of the bracket "went away".

Since the platform is fiberglass, you could fix it and reinforce it - that wouldn't be too hard, at all, if you're even somewhat handy.

You can look at companies like Garelick, JIF and others - they make similar items. The question is whether or not you can get JUST the platform from them. Even if it wasn't an exact replacement, that doesn't really matter - this is a super easy thing to "make it fit".

Still another option is to just make your own platform.

Ladders like this are plentiful - you can get very inexepnsive ones and you can get more expensive ones. Prices are all over the place... but again, very easy to find. Look for at least a 3-step if not 4-step. You could also switch to an undermount ladder to keep the surface of the platform clear.

 

[Atc235]

Hi, New to the site. Just got a 2009 209 Escape w/250 Yamaha 500 hrs. I also would like to replace the windshield. Does anyone know what years are the same?

Wow a 250hp. I have a 05 and it says it's rated for only 225. 250 would be sweet