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1) do you keep in the water and is there bottom growth? 2) I’d pull the spark plugs and replace and check compression of the cylinders

https://www.greatgrady.com/threads/ac-install-in-282-it-works.33696/

If you have multiple wires going to your batteries, bring some wire ties to keep it organized for the reinstall (red and black wire ties)

For a kicker on a 22-24’ I would go 8-10hp. 8hp high thrust, long shaft (20 or 25”) ideally. Even 6hp would be fine for most purposes and would be lower weight hanging off the back of the boat. My 6hp on my sailboat is 60 lbs. my 9.9hp kicker is closer to 100lbs. If you get a boat with dual...

You can tilt the engines up and lean on them to see if there is any flex to the transom. Also look inside at the mounting bolts for any signs of cracking, wear or delamination to the fiberglass. Enjoy the few more trips!

I agree with others… a nasty winter storm could drop a tree in the yard (or any number of things) and you would want coverage in off-season

There was a thorough thread recently if you search back a couple months update: here is the thread I was thinking of https://www.greatgrady.com/threads/ac-install-in-282-it-works.33696/page-2#post-231144

I don’t think topsultime was suggesting this. He said that max ratings are a little conservative, which I agree with, the OPs Jeep would no doubt move the boat fine being right around or just under the max on flat ground. I also agree with you Mustang that pushing the limit for a couple hundred...

Make sure you have good brakes on your Jeep as well. You could rent a truck for the long haul days if you are uncomfortable. Keep it slow on the highway and provide plenty of room for braking especially on downhills. If you have 4x4 low gear that might help. No doubt it’ll move the boat, but 120...

Looks like a beaut and you are checking off the right boxes!

Seems a bit spendy to me honestly, since there is no useable engine and work to be done on the hull for the rot. Is there a trailer? You could find another brand boat for probably the same price or less with a running engine and a trailer similar year hull.

I think typical setup for a 235 is a single 300hp. Twins wouldn’t be necessary unless you were planning to go offshore. As a novice there is definitely some maintenance you can do yourself, but you may want to have a professional involved for more complex maintenance items, even for winterizing...

I think trips with a swim step

I agree, could be a line issue or a loose fitting. Typically an alum tank would have 20 years, but could be sooner in a more humid climate for example.

I made a sunbrella slip cover as well pretty easily

White vinegar is acidic and will counteract the salt (which is basic)

Beauty, enjoy!

Another thought from your clarification - use a Dremel or similar tool to cut a flathead notch into the bolt bottom. Then you can keep the bolt from spinning while accessing the nut. I am picturing your bolts upward with the nuts topside from your description. Caution - dremel may cause some...

This product is for fuel, but would also work for this purpose. It has a brass ball value so you just shake the valve a bit under the fuel/water until you get siphon flow and it’ll empty gallons in a few minutes. Siphon - The Original Safety Siphon - 6' High Grade Hose, 3/8" Valve...

Pictures look fairly clean, not that it matters much. Have a critical eye when you inspect. Start with the bilge, transom, and motor mount bolts for any signs of significant wear/delamination/core rot. Ask about degree of engine maintenance. Check compression of cylinders if possible. Ask if the...