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    Battery Placement

    I've been considering the same mod. in my 249 CC. One potential issue I've found so far (still researching) is that fumes from batteries when they are being charged are very corrosive to electrical insulation and connections. Any body else have more on this? My thought is that they shoud not...
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    How many Grady owners carry spare props on board?

    Spare Props My boat had aluminum props on it when I bought it. When I ugraded to SS, the aluminum props went in a forward locker as spares. BobS
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    249 grady cc

    249 CC I agree, I'd be most concerned about the deck area. The hatches and even the removable deck panels are relatively easy to rework. I did one of the large forward compartment hatches - reused the outer skin with the non-skid, but rebuilt the core with new marine plywood and glass mat. I...
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    249 grady cc

    249 CC Hi Tim I have a 1988 249 CC w/twin 120s. What I like: The size is managable but pretty roomy for a 24' boat, The ride is decent, The forward seatin g is great for family and friends, both bay fishing and just cruising around, The t top, The Teak trim makes it distictive, and it's a...
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    black specs in topside gelcoat

    black specs Not too slipery being the operative phrase there. I don't know of anything. BobS
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    black specs in topside gelcoat

    black specs How oxidized is your gel coat? I have an 88' and its finish is flat. Nearly every spring I had black mold or mildew specs on the decks and cockpit liner. Use a few drops of bleach and test a spot, if the spots turn greenish yellow and wash off....you have what I have and it's...