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  1. leeccoll

    Fusion Speaker Replacement

    After hearing Fusion speakers side by side at a local West Marine, I was really surprised at the difference in sound quality vs. price difference. Love the crisp sound they put out. Glad you went with them FT.
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    On the West Coast picked up a boat on the East Coast and trailered it back!

    Nice eventful journey, glad you made it home safely!
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    Engine and Grady Bracket removal

    That looks incredibly nice! I would be adding a healthy bead of 5200 around the perimeter as well. Well done. Lee
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    Bought a 2000 Seafarer 228

    My congratulations GB! This might help ya. 24" is what I ordered. https://thmarinesupplies.com/products/seacock-remote-operation-arm?variant=48679515023
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    Lake Tahoe

    Thanks Shannon, We were one ledge that was 120' deep, and another that was 145-170' deep. Baits were right on the bottom trolling for em.
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    Lake Tahoe

    Took my older son and his girlfriend out today. They got a fish each. Happy campers.
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    New grady

    Really like the color scheme.
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    Time for a new trailer

    I meant getting onto you truck from the dock, is that possible? Once I am ready to launch or load, I am only 12-18" from stepping on my side rails on the bed of the truck. Maybe it's not possible for you, I have the Ram toolboxes built in to the sides so there is a 12" step in of a standard...
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    Time for a new trailer

    Yeah Robert, I forgot to mention I leave it in gear too. Then like you power down after secure and trim up the engine before I leave the boat to drive up the boat ramp.
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    Time for a new trailer

    As to climbing over bow rail, I am guessing you don't have an open bed truck? Mine comes in handy for this, I step from dock over and into back of my pick up, then climb down on to the front of the trailer and strap and winch from there, then reverse those steps getting back off and I never...
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    A question about trailers

    Nice you two could connect!
  12. leeccoll

    1999 seafarer 228 makeover/ flush mount for 2 nine inch screens.

    GREAT job compounding your hull. I did that over the winter. Yes patience and Advil. ;)
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    '96 228 electronics options

    I lost both sets of plexi for a different look. Used upper to draw a template for new cover.
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    Transducer installation

    I had this same issue adding my new pick up and 1 1/2 inch drain. The hull slightly curves, and I believe that's the issue as well as the finish in the bilge is uneven here and there. All the more reason to apply a sealant that keeps out the water, and has some grip to it. As long as the...
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    What's up with my gelcoat damaging so easily? Can I use the boat?

    Unfortunately part of boating. I had my keel and strakes repaired over the holidays, and then my old trailer chewed them up again. It was frustrating. I patched the dings up with Marine Tex a few months ago, and will get them professionally repaired when the shop has time. Small shop and many...
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    Added New Bolsters

    Took about 6 weeks. Covid has definitely slowed them down. The vinyl they used seems very nice. I had a friend make me the rest of my cushions (he was taking an upholstery class so he could make a set for his boat) and he used high grade vinyl. Morben Catalina series in killer white -CL-500. The...
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    Added New Bolsters

    Thank you Blood. Now to get em dirty from rail action ;)
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    Added New Bolsters

    Ordered 42" bolsters from Affordable Boat Cushions in Florida, and at $90 bucks each I think they hit the mark. Better finish than expected. Vinyl color blends in with existing seats nicely. They came with a rail to attach that was too much of an eyesore for me, so I bought 2 aluminum strips...
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    What's up with my gelcoat damaging so easily? Can I use the boat?

    Yeah, I think the damage was caused from trailer or a hard item like wrxhoon suggested. Gel coat doesn't chip off like that under normal operation. Possible that damage was there when you bought it undetected? I will say this, my '87 Grady's gel coat is still in remarkable shape for the hull...
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    Slipping without bottom paint

    I used to keep a boat in a saltwater slip without bottom paint. After months of non use, barnacles and growth took hold, but for a few days to a week, I can't imagine anything will happen. You would likely be using it daily, which would also remove anything on your clean hull. Curious what...