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    Why wood still?

    We're over analyzing this. The real answer is... Chics like it. :D :D :D
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    Why wood still?

    He's exactly right. A 4' x 8' sheet of 3/4" Coosa Bluewater 26 is roughly 2.5 times as expensive as the same size sheet of marine ply.
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    Why wood still?

    There's nothing wrong with using wood in a boat...as long as it's done correctly and cared for properly. The worst thing that can happen to a wood cored boat is to get in the hands of a lazy owner. FYI - Regulator, Parker, Carolina Classic, Albemarle, etc. all still use wood.
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    full canvas

    Keep an eye on Ebay too. OEM canvas pops up there all the time.
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    alarm problem on a yamaha

    Shoot this guy an email: andyjr@shipyardisland.com His name is Andy Munao. He works at Shipyard Island Marina in WI. He'll help you diagnose the problem and can send you OEM parts at reasonable prices. He's helped me out a bunch of times. :)
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    Deck Sealant

    4000UV would be my choice as well. Whatever you use, put a piece of heavy monofilament in the groove before you caulk (fasten one end down though). That way if you ever have to take the panels up again, you just dig in at one spot, find the free end and yank it out. It will cut the caulk as...
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    Purchasing a 1995 Spirit 175 CC

    My only advice is no sea trial...no sale.
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    Trim Tab Size on 25 Trophy?

    Yep!
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    Great Grady Site Rendevouz.

    That would be great...if it we actually still legal to tow anything there. :D
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    Bow Rail Stanchions Questions

    Bolts...with no access to the nuts. :(
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    outboard rigging

    I would just try to use two separate rigging tubes...one for the throttle/shift cables and one for the wiring, gas and oil lines. Ask you nearest OMC shop if there were rigging tube fitting for the motor end to give you a clean install. As for the hydraulic lines, get some bulkhead fittings...
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    Oversize Trailering in NC could cost you BIG BUCK$!

    I can certainly see increased restrictions for over-width rigs, but NC has gone off the deep end. All they are really going to accomplish is decreasing revenue for the state because people (residents and vacationers) won't want to deal with the hassles of trailering boats there.
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    Yes

    Twin 150 Optis will probably give you the BEST fuel economy and performance and would be my choice.
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    hand held gps

    :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: It is so funny you mention that. With all this fancy electronic crap that's out these days, I still run by a chart book and compass.
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    Another Great Grady member

    It's all in the hat...it's my lucky one. Has nothing to do with the boat. :D
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    Another Great Grady member

    At least you're recognizing them as "rockfish" now...and not using that NJ slang term "stripers". :D
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    Tough question

    I suggest you look at the Parker 2510DV. It's longer, wider, heavier, has a larger cockpit, is built better and costs less than a Gulfstream. The only downside is it doesn't have the sleek styling or creature comforts that the Grady has.
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    Jimmy's Marine Service

    What makes you guys think he would even want to come back?
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    Rinstalling the pulpit

    Personally, I would use either 4200 or 5200 around any hardware that passes though a wood core (after drilling the holes oversize, filling w/ epoxy and then redrilling) and 4000UV to bed the pulpit and on the visible areas that get sealant.
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    Anyone change to a 4 blade S.S. prop?

    Merc has a prop demo program that will allow you to try different props before buying. Check for a participating dealer here: http://sites.mercurymarine.com/portal/p ... ema=PORTAL