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There are small portable units made for camping and overlanding, DC or AC power. Like this. But I would only use that at the dock. https://www.bougerv.com/products/2899btu-portable-air-conditioner That said there are some relatively smalll Marine AC systems and a good boatyard could figure...

That fog was very reminiscent of west coat summer conditions. It even drifted into Barnegat Bay for spells. Glad you had the radar.

Luckily I have access to two hoses and great pressure so I shut down the engine and start flushing while I clean everything else up. Nice long flush time.

Pretty cool boat. While you won’t get top end(and will likely lose some) you can consider switch to 4-blades after you have some time on the three blades. Ken at prop gods is a great resource. Much different boat/engine combo but I have a F200 on my 208 and have gone to a 4 blade Powertech...

On my 208 I have 2 (yes two) Ocean Tamer bags for cruising and sanbar days. Supremely comfortable versus the stern or side jump seats.

Cool, have fun, for an aviation pilot getting the feel of a boat should be quick uptake.

Hardtop. A big and expensive option that you won’t regret on a new or used boat. Generally better sun and weather protection, durability, side curtain size and mounting, firm handholds, storage overhead in a bin or netting, rocket launchers, antenna/radar/FLIR/outrigger/ accessory mounting...

Gulfstream 232. Nice big cockpit.

Not clever, but could be modestly to very useful depending on the captain’s skill and comfort level, sea and wind conditions, and how the boat is used. I hear you on fishing by yourself, think it will be great for that. For fishing, an electric trolling motor might be more useful for some...

Caught in the trap.

I have an F200 on a 208 with hardtop, it’s good enough but I’d want more on a 228. HPDI 200 might be better but I wouldn’t put a F200 4Stroke based on my 208 experience with a smaller boat unless you run light, don’t have a hardtop and prop with a 4-blade.

Bean bag. I have two on my 208 for cruising/sanbar days. I do have the walkaround cabin to store stuff out of the weathe. I have Ocean-Tamer bags, a bit expensive but well built. Very comfortable, flexible, secure seating. A pFD cushion on top of a cooler works for short trips.

I’m in the water! The heavy 20-20kt southerly on Barnegat Bay NJ today was not conducive to a fun ride on a 208 - or even attempting to fish (for me at least) with a high and tight wave setup and spray blowing off the whitecaps but next Friday should be good. It’s a great day when you drop the...

Just a word of caution which you may or may not need… If you are uncomfortable with the concepts behind 12v electrical systems or if there are questionable wiring configurations then disconnect all the negative battery cables until you confirm proper configuration. Nothing like a voltage surge...

I’d be in touch with Grady. They may have had a run of bad pieces from suppliers. If this is a known issue they may cover all or some of the parts + labor. I have a ‘21 208 that exhibits none of these corrosion issues.

Will be in the water this week (NJ)!

Call/email Ken at PropGods. He can give you some alternatives. Mercury Enertia? 14.7x16? Expensive.

Maybe a checklist on your phone, use it

Definitely want tabs, I have a 2021 208. Not sure the size, I will measure this weekend but they are as installed by Grady. Most of my running attitude adjustment is via motor trim but I have had times where I have a lot of motor trim in (bow down) and still need a bit more bite especially if...

Not sure how much fading you have but I have used this (recommended by Grady dealer) https://spectrumcolor.com/collections/patch-paste-kit