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  1. wrxhoon

    Live well removal

    I would guess he has underwater light.
  2. wrxhoon

    Looking to buy Rub Rail end caps

    I sold that 3 years ago to a guy in USA. I don't think you will find the original ( as in photo) because they changed to S/Steel. Barbour plastics in Atlanta supplied them to GW. What's wrong with yours? Good luck in your search.
  3. wrxhoon

    Decisions decisions ...

    If the boat is in good condition I would consider buying . Don't forget you will get some money for your 350's and you will have brand new engines, not 15 yo engines.
  4. wrxhoon

    Outriggers on a 228?

    I went for wishbone, you may want to consider these. I custom made the plates 12mm (1/2") aluminum .
  5. wrxhoon

    Steering hose bend radius

    I can't see any problem with that.
  6. wrxhoon

    2004 Marlin Autopilot suggestions

    You got it .
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    2004 Marlin Autopilot suggestions

    Hi John, Unfortunately I don't have wider angle pictures and I can't take any now because I have to remove the cover. If you want to install one in your 228, take the cover off ( the one under the dash) and you will find a spot on the board that separates the cabin from the deck . As you can...
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    2004 Marlin Autopilot suggestions

    I fitted AP44, NAC-2, in my 228G , works fine. Easy to install in the 228 for anyone with some mechanical knowledge and able to use a spanner. Fit the pump as close as possible to the helm. Depending on the age of your helm to what type of fittings you need . BSP for older pumps and ORB for...
  9. wrxhoon

    Washdown pumps, 3.5 vs 4 gpm.

    That's another good reason to have pressure and volume.
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    Washdown pumps, 3.5 vs 4 gpm.

    I replaced my stock pump with Jabsco HotShot 6gpm, 70 psi pump . The pressure and volume helps cleaning the deck. I have 2 pick ups on my current boat . One for live well and another for deck wash. My old 228 didn't come with deckwash, I used a rule dual pick up livewell pump like Hookup1 used ...
  11. wrxhoon

    300hp on a 250hp spec'd boat?

    Insurance will be the main reason not to exceed the max HP. The other thing to consider is strength, this boat was made to take 250 HP max . On post 2012 228's the rear bracket and swim platform are all aluminum welded together so it is stronger. At the same time GW uprated them to 300 HP. If I...
  12. wrxhoon

    Helm master vs .....

    I don't have HM on my boat, I wish I did. A fishing mate bought a new 23' boat ( not a GW) with 300 Yam and HM . When you buy a new boat it is a no brainer. By the time you install hydraulic steering and auto pilot there isn't much difference in price. I was very surprised how well it works...
  13. wrxhoon

    letter Y on 228G

    That's the one John. I think 228's post 2012 have this style. Maybe earlier boats as well? The fish knocked the Y and the dash (-) next to it off but we retrieved the -. Looks like they come with double sided tape.
  14. wrxhoon

    letter Y on 228G

    Halfhitch, You asked for more pics. Short video on for a couple days . Unfortunately the only time he splashed was when he took the lure . Didn't see him until we had him by the side of the boat 2.5 hours later. Going on length we estimated about 180 kg (400 lb)
  15. wrxhoon

    letter Y on 228G

    Thanks for the offer but I think they are different. Mine are thick made out of some metal not plastic. Thanks for the advice JJF. I will contact Grady and see what they say.
  16. wrxhoon

    letter Y on 228G

    We got a big Blue marlin 2 weeks ago. He managed to hit the Grady White on the starboard side and I lost the letter Y. Does anyone know if I can buy just the letter Y?
  17. wrxhoon

    Finally!!

    I think that goes for the rest of the boat too.
  18. wrxhoon

    Be careful what you wish for...

    On game reels it is very easy to pull the lever to free spool even if the fish drags you underwater . That hopefully will give you time to undo the harness hooks before you get spooled .
  19. wrxhoon

    1986 Seafarer 226 stringer replacement

    I owned two 228's, 1998 and 2013 models and they don't have sealed coffins.
  20. wrxhoon

    Finally!!

    Hi John , Is that speed over ground? If so it explains the big difference in 100 RPM. I'm thinking of raising mine one hole, currently on second. The reason I haven't is the fact that I mostly travel offshore in the rough Pacific. I'm mostly heavily loaded with gear and 3 or four anglers. Enjoy...