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Sealevel: Welcome to the forum. Where do you boat (inland, offshore) and what do you want to do with the boat? In my opinion, both boats are on the low end of power. For inland cruising, that may be fine. But for offshore use in anything but calm water, you may wish for a little more throttle...

Bob: Don't kick yourself. You bought a motor with a great reputation. And I believe that yamaha will want to keep that reputation. Keep us posted. Rob

Tigercat: I'm curious, why aren't cats good drift boats? Tx, Rob

Brian: Your fishing boat is intriguing, but the pictures blew me away! Do you take what I presume to be a very expensive camera, fishing? Rob

Jekyl, whatsa "bombie"? Rob

Hi Bob. Yes, Boat U.S. Foundation is one of the more active lobbyists for boaters. When you pay your annual member dues there is a box to contribute to the foundation. Also, I suspect that SC would have a fairly strong marine industry association that would be directing boaters into an...

Bob: Congratulations to Kyle for making it through the cast! I imagine that a week of intensive physical therapy will be equally challenging, so tell Kyle - and Tonya - to hang in there. Y'all take care. Rob

I believe that all boats under 20' are required to provide "upright and level flotation", i.e., the gunnels would be above water if you drill a hole in the bottom and let the boat settle gently. All Grady's under 20' meet that requirement. I don't count on the "upright and level" provision...

Dwain: I wouldn't run on "both" or "all", even just on the way in. From what I've read, the engine's charging system can't properly read the charge on both batteries at once. And, depending on how far you run, I always like to know that I have a fully charged battery, should i have a problem...

Biscayne: First, welcome to the forum. I had a 1995 208 with a 150 HPDI on it. I got 30 mph at 4,000 rpm and about 2.5 mpg. Top end was about 38 mph with the bimini top folded down. Also, about halfway through ten years of ownership, I added bennett trim tabs. That made a good ride...

Bob: Sounds like Kyle got a good dad and you both are blessed. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for your Keys trip! Rob

Simply put, I believe it went from a 25' boat with a bolt-on bracket option, to an integrated bracket (272) to having the running bottom extend the full length beneath the integrated bracket (282). I believe the beam remained fairly constant. Best answer is to look under "customer resources"...

I've not heard of that with such certainty - but that certainly doesn't mean it doesn't happen. Before we had a Grady group, we would sometimes do a radio check and encounter someone else heading over. But most folks I know want to get an early start. Seas are generally calmer in early mornings...

A couple of points from my experience: 1. If you're returning home from the ports closest to Florida, i.e., West End or Bimini, your weather forecast is the same NOAA broadcast we get in the U.S. Okay, not perfect, but the best there is. 2. If you sign up for Local Boater Option, it is...

Well there has to be some upside to living in paradise ... :wink:

Watershark and Magicalbill: I posted some answers to your Bahamas crossings questions in the 'Grady White Gatherings' section. Rob

I have done a number of crossings with Mariner Marine, the Grady dealer for WPB. They have all been great. Mariner Marine used to organize the crossings themselves. Now we have our own Grady membership group in which Mariner Marine is very active. Check out our website at...

Finatic: If you're using the typical lead ball, then rod holder mount is okay, in my experience. However, if you're using a planer, like a Z-Wing, then I'd recommend direct mounting. Not sure you need to have a backing plate, but I've just used oversized washers with no problem. I do use a...

Jellyfish: Your numbers sound right. If you're topping out at 6,000 rpm with your typical load, then you're propped exactly right. And your speed sounds like it is just where it should be with an F200. As a former 208 owner, I'll add that trim tabs are a good addition. I added mine several...

I guess I have not paid much attention, but I don't recall seeing zincs on Grady tabs. I'm not sure where they would go? Couldn't go on top of tab because tab retracts into a pocket. If on bottom of tab, wouldn't it create some drag? Also, not sure how far this will go in Ken's situation, but...