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I'm not sure what you mean by "trashed", but if they're just leaking externally, then an o-ring kit (which Bennett will sometimes send to you for free, by the way) should do it. But as long as the upper hinge is OK, everything can be done from the outside of the boat - no need to get inside the...

K2 - my panels weren't gelcoated on the underside. I don't see a reason or need to do so. What do you mean by "screw backing"? Do you mean the holes in the "boat side" where the screws screw into? Use the same holes. If they're stripped out, dribble some thickened epoxy in there. But, the...

I've always been a fan (and user) of ProNautics. I have lot's of experience with Pro Mariner, going back a couple decades and literally hundreds of these (between my own boats, family/friends and customers). Good track record and excellent customer service. This is not to say they are the...

Try AM Equipment - they're used on a lot of boats - good company, too. As long as the cup of the arm matches the size of the stud on the boat, you're good. Marinco/AFI is another manufacturer. Ongaro is another one. There's plenty out there. Get the adjustable style and MAKE SURE to get the...

What vinyl trim are you referring to? The only way to (not permanently) make that aft end into one, long bench is for it to be higher - which means you'll probably only have a few inches of backrest left... not very comfortable or safe. You'd to have fillers for the existing seat area to bring...

Always a hard pill to swallow, especially if it's not really expected. On the plus side, you're moving away from a trailer that was VERY much an entry level trailer with lesser components and design/engineering. We used to sell Venture - we stopped. 'Round here, we have a saying: "It's always...

If it was a wooden boat, that changes things. But as far as I know, there's no real "vintage" Grady following. In my opinion, I'd go ahead and change it up to suit your needs as you see fit. If it's been a while, obviously check out the transom and stringer condition before re-powering - but...

This sounds strange, but there really is no value to that rig. I don't mean that in a bad way, just that there really is no way to put a price on it - if you look up NADA values, it's probably somewhere under $1,000. Think about it this way - say you think it's worth $5K. Well, there are much...

I know - pictures always seem to make things like that look like they're in slow motion. But stating that wouldn't be funny :)

Oh, KY Jelly... err... I mean "Grady"... your engine pees like an 80-year old man. :)

It's similar to a JATO rocket (Jet Assisted Take Off) that some heavy planes/jets use to get off the ground when there is limited runway space. It helps the boat get onto plane faster. Either that, or it's a trolling motor.

Agree. Take a look at the hole in the female garden hose fitting - it is even smaller than the feed hose. The other concern is that there "might" not be enough water dropping down to the impeller to keep it from frying - although I've heard that enough water does drop down there. But, it may...

Oh, "flange"! I was thinking to myself "What the heck is a 'Falange'"! Plus, Tom, you capitalized it, so that threw me off even more! Hook the lines up and just start holding bow down for about 10-20 seconds, then bow up for the same, etc. It will purge itself. You can also check that the...

I don't know about all engines, but in many service manuals they recommend a gasket adhesive to help keep the cup in place. But the cup is keyed to stay put.

I wouldn't worry about anything, yet. There's a good chance a ring is stuck simply from sitting and being cold. Wait till you get at least a few hours of running before doing the compression test, again. Wouldn't hurt to squirt a little de-carboner like the stuff Merc has - or even some Sea...

Just looks like someone used a little gasket adhesive (or maybe just regular caulk?) between the SS cup and plastic housing. Nothing wrong with that.

Great! Thanks for posting back with the fix.

Russ, I didn't think your gearcase has "low water pickups", but it was mentioned above so just double check. In addition to the pickups you already know about, look under the front of the gearcase (the "torpedo" area). Just see if for some reason you have a second set of intakes there. As...

I don't know your layout real well - do you have a couple pics? But, often times on boats, you may be doing things more by feel or just one hand. It's just the nature of the beast. If there's no access panel or something else you can remove, then you're either doing as I mentioned, or cutting...

Don't worry about the pic - now that you mentioned the measurement, I understand. Slice it off most of the way any way you want - even a sharp razor blade. Then hit it with a sanding sponge or paper to smooth the edge. The amount of time to do it... it's less than a "1 beer" job.