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Dennis, All good advice. I’m looking to purchase this spring and there is a high probability I will hire a surveyor when I find “the one”. I’m not new to boats but I’m new to saltwater vessels. I’m located in northern Michigan and Grady’s here are very scarce. I’ve been asking a lot of...

Thanks Art, that a good idea. Im trying to educate myself a bit before I purchase. While combing thru 100's of ads I've seen both Gil and Armstrong brackets advertised on different vessels and google searches have revealed vague results. Myself I feel a bit more comfortable purchasing a vessel...

Hello everyone, I'm looking at a 1999 gulfstream with twin 200 hpdi's mounted on an Armstrong bracket. Does anyone know if the armstrong bracket was a factory option or was this added at a later date? For some reason I thought Grady used their own. Thanks, Mark

Nice looking setup for a kicker and great write up. How do you determine what height to mount the bracket at? Well ....let me rephrase this, for a kicker install do you want the lowest partition of the kicker motor to match the main? I will probably be going this route next year and I’m sorta...

Good explanation of the pros and cons of this scenario. While WOT runs can be entertaining (and expensive) I would like the additional HP more for the loads I carry. I frequently fish with 3-4 adults 50+ miles offshore with full camping gear and food for a weekend. Now saying “offshore” I’m...

While I’ve been looking around for 232’s (to purchase) I’ve noticed a few pre 2000 with twin 200 hpdi’s. Now according to Grady White 2000 is the first year that the hp was increased to 400. The thought of twin 200’s is very appealing but I have some concerns about exceeding the manufacturers...

Thanks everyone for the excellent feedback. At this time I have decided to wait until spring. Winter closes in quickly in northern michigan and my timeline and schedule are too tight to go ahead with the purchase this fall. This being said, I am going to be in the market for a Gulfstream 232D...

Thanks bill, I’m not the type of guy that goes thru boats quickly and I’ve been looking for one that I’m able to repower. The 232 platform to me seems like a perfect fit. Being a freshwater fisherman a saltwater boat gives me some concerns but finding freshwater Grady’s are rare and expensive. I...

Hello everyone, I’m considering purchasing a 2000 gulfstream 232d. It has twin (same year) 200 Yamaha Hdpi motors but one has a blown power head. No trailer as well. The electronics are a bit dated but functional. What are some of the problem areas I should look for? The boat appears to be in...

Some great points to consider. My biggest issues surfaced when the transition to ethanol was implemented. The first year I used it (before I switched back to non ethanol) the new fuel completely cleaned my fuel system of all varnish left behind by standard gasoline due to what I've been told is...

Regarding fuel level for winter/extended storage the rules have changed a bit since ethanol was introduced. Myself (until I sold my boat) I used only ethanol free fuel which is still available in Michigan. That allowed me to fill the tank full to prevent any condensation from building in the...

Thanks for measuring. If possible could you check what the highest point is if the radar dome was removed? I may have to consider fabbing a quick release for the radar dome if I indeed decide to go this route. Thanks

Very tempting Joe, but I have a few limiting factors that prevents me from going ahead with a purchase this year. We are expecting a new baby and relocating as well. You could always tempt me with some pictures though. Mark

I will! I'm limited on purchasing until spring so I figure this is a good time to do my research and pick other grady owners brains a bit. This forum has been very helpful and educational.

I agree Billl, baseboard heat in January in Duluth can be a chilly evening. Im located about 4 hours east of Duluth so not really that far away. Odd, I would have guessed that the 232 would ride better than the 248 but you make a good point about the beam width. This will be my 3rd boat in the...

I'm looking for some feedback on a few different boats. I recently sold my proline 231 and now I'm looking to purchase a Grady. Due to my type of fishing/boating im a bit torn on which model to chose. I live in northern Michigan on the shores of Lake Superior. My fishing is generally for salmon...

Thanks everyone for all the feedback. I do own a tractor (newholland 33hp) so this may be a good option. I had some feedback from another forum and had some measurements ranging from 11'4" to 13' so when the time comes when I do indeed find a boat that I'm interested in purchasing the height may...

I suspect I may be upset that I went with the 14' walls instead of the 16' :bang

Hello everyone and thanks for the adding me to the "club". I recently sold my proline 231 and will be in the market next spring/summer for either a 232 or a 228. My question is how tall does a 232 sit on a trailer when equipped with a hardtop and possibly a radar dome. My garage/shop at home has...