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thanks for the info. what performance numbers are you getting?

Hi all, after years of saving, i will be in the market for a new (to me) boat this summer! It has been a lot of research and learning. The top boat on my list is the GW Chase. I am looking for opinions on what people that have had these liked or disliked about it (layout, slight changes year...

thanks guys, i appreciate the info

Are twin yamaha 250 four strokes from around 2005 (guessing, will get more info tomorrow) too much weight for a chase? its a 263, but it does have the extended running surface. i know a lot of the Chase's sit stern low with the deck drain thru-hulls at or below water level. Do you think this...

so, there is no solid answer other than the fact that GW didn't weigh boats every year. they said the change is due to hull changes (running length and extra bracing for 4s) and additional options

thanks for all the replies. I did ask the lady (I think her name was Jamie) if it was maybe t-top weight, but she said that it was always included on that boat. it still seems odd that it changed in the 05-06 transition unless they really added that much structure to handle the larger 4s...

I am researching the 263/273 Chase. I know there are two major changes in the line. First, when they extended the running surface in 2000 as a 263, and second when the console was redesigned when they changed the name to 273 in 2002. Here is the big question though, up through 2005, the dry...

you don't ever want to wish you had one when you need it. offshore, it is always a good idea. wind and current can push you out. the prices aren't too bad, and considering what they are protecting (your and crews lives), its a pretty good value. also look into PLBs

is the 257 fisherman the same hull as the 257 advance? i know they have the same length and beam. I am really interested in hull shape from the rubstrip down, and general weight distribution. I want to know if they would handle/ride the same, especially when it gets a little choppy, if they...

what is your reason for wanting to go with a single. there are many benefits to having twins

great info, thanks! when you got caught in the slop, did you have to drop off plane, or were you able to go fast enough to maintain a plane? if still on plane, did you just tuck the engines down and use some tab? hows the economy at cruise?

bump...someone must know something about these boats

As stated in my introduction post, I am not currently a Grady owner, but am strongly considering it as I research for my next boat. One of the models I am considering is the 263/273 Chase. I know there were some changes throughout the years. Here is what I think I know... 1. All have the...

thanks everyone!

thanks rob. I am definitely excited to learn about gradys from the experts. its great the gw community has regional chapters also. it seems that there are so many resources

that looks great. if you don't mind, what was the cost for the non stereo items?

thanks russ! it will probably be about 2 years before I pull the trigger. I need to save up a bit and want to spend the time to really make sure I get what I want. when I get one, I will be sure to post lots of pics

Hi everyone, My name is Eric. I have done some reading on the forums, but thought I would finally join. I don't currently own a grady white, but I am beginning the research stage before I buy my next boat. There are a couple gradys that have made the short list. The 263/273 Chase, and the...