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    1990 242g offshore w/twin 135 opti's ?

    Yes, the boat does have trim tabs. On my little wellcraft v20 i trim the motor down in the chop to keep the bow down, wont that work for this 24 grady also? Mark
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    1990 242g offshore w/twin 135 opti's ?

    Thanks again guys. I guess im going to have to go for a ride to really know if it's right for me here in the SF bay and ocean. It's in my price range and has all the things that i want in a fishing boat, lots of deck space, hard top w/full enclosure, electronics, range, fuel efficiency. I really...
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    1990 242g offshore w/twin 135 opti's ?

    hey jellyfish, No I haven't yet. I'm not sure what to do. The guy wants $50 for the sea trail if i dont purchace the boat. I spoke with a couple of guys from South Carolina and Louisiana i think. They said they love their 24 offshores. They both said if you get into bigger chop you just slow...
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    Power for an Off Shore 24.5 ft

    24 offshore I'm looking at a '90 24 w/twin '03 opti's. I haven't seen the boat in the water yet. Any one familiar with this setup? Will it be taking water in from the scuppers? And is the ride as bad as some make it out to be? Mark
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    1990 242g offshore w/twin 135 opti's ?

    242 offshore Hi Fishingstories, Thanks for the reply. It's nice to hear somone say something good about the offshores. The boat i'm looking at has trim tabs also. I hear they are a must. I am concerned about the scupper issue and the ride. The honda 4 strokes are heavier than the merc...
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    1990 242g offshore w/twin 135 opti's ?

    I'm looking at a nice looking'90 - 242gt offshore with twin merc. 135 optimax's on a bracket. I've heard the ride was rough (pounds)compared to the newer seav2 hull. Is this boat worth buying for a fishing machine offshore in Northern California. Any owners out there that can help me with info...