MARION MASSACHUSETTS

[fishmaster63]

does anyone live in or near marion massachusetts? there is a grady im looking at but i hear it has a soft transom.

[chumbucket]

Marion is about 35 miles from my house. What year Grady? Very common problem for Grady models in the '80's that had the motorwell cutout in the transom. I looked at so many that either needed the work done or had half-assed repairs done to the transoms. I finally found a full transom bracketed model. Man, I wish I'd kept that boat. Then again, I've owned lots of other boats I wished I had never sold. Oh well. :'(

[fishmaster63]

hey bucket, the boat is on ebay, but i have no idea how to put the link in like the rest of you guys. the item number is 4582422770. the boat sold last week for a winning bid of about $5100 but the guy backed out. i figure worst case, i rebuild the motor and hang a new outdrive, im into it for $9500 or so... sure does look clean... dont she?

[chumbucket]

Here ya go.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.ebay .com%3A80%2Fsearch%2Fsearch.dll%3Fcgiurl%3Dhttp%25 3A%252F%252Fcgi.ebay.com%252Fws%252F%26fkr%3D1%26f rom%3DR8%26satitle%3D4582422770%26fvi%3D1&item=458 2422770

Yeah, it does look good. Generally, the full transom models as with I/O and bracketed models didn't have much problem with the transoms.

[chumbucket]

I had the 22' Seafarer model, which is basically the same thing as that 24' Offshore. Same layout, beam, everything. Just 2' shorter. New trailer for that will run you close to $4000.00 don't forget. You'd want about a 7200#GVWR Tandem with brakes. Something else to factor into the total investment. That plus you estimated $9500.00 for a 1982 that may or may not have structural problems suddenly may not look as appealing. The other thing to consider is that boat here in the Northeast will bring more $$ than in Florida or even other areas. When I listed mine for sale, I got calls from prospective buyers from as far south as NC saying that it was prioced a bit high for their area. I had to remind them that I wasn't selling it in their geographicaql area. ???

[chumbucket]

BTW, the bulkhead below the helm station on that boat is without question, rotted. Another common problem. Mine was an '89 and it had rotted already. I replaced mine right after buying it. Another problem they had is the deck plate inspection ports weren't epoxied at the factory when the made the cutout. Many caused "spongey" decks in the areas surrounding them.

Not trying to burst your bubble. Just trying to give you a heads up on a few things. Grady's are very nice boats. Just that the older they are, the more problematic they become. But, like everything, you'll find good and bad.

[reelapeelin]

Grady White, w/the reputation for quality they have and they don't even protect raw deck edges they cut for inspection plates...if they don't, does ANYBODY ??? ::)...

[chumbucket]

Well, they do now, but back a few years ago they certainly cut a few corners. Still a nice boat. They do put a lot more into the hull layup than a lot of other companies do.

[fishmaster63]

wow! thats probably more information than i needed, but it helped me make an important decision... gotta keep on looking. and yes, you would think that the "benchmark" in fishing boats would build a little more thought into these things... the resale on these things is rediculous. love the v 20 but god how i wish they built them in 22-24 foot long. wouldnt be able to find a better boat then.

[Skools Out]

Hey Fish just buy a ShearLine boat that are just like the V20 style but in all lengths. Great ride and are one beautiful boat.

www.shearlineboatworks.com

Here's their 23ft.

http://www.shearlineboatworks.com/images/18.jpg
http://www.shearlineboatworks.com/images/19.jpg
http://www.shearlineboatworks.com/images/17.jpg

Here's a 25 ft with cabin.

http://www.shearlineboatworks.com/images/2.jpg

[fishmaster63]

thanks skools and you're not going to believe this... with all this rain we are getting here on long island, you have to see my money tree in the backyard. i cant believe it. i dont know how im going to spend it all...

get it?

[Blue_Runner]

I like the Grady Seafarer ok, but I really really like the Grady Gulfstream alot better, albeit its heavier.

The main distinguishing difference is the gulfstream has a stand-up cabin that can sleep up to 4, and is only a foot longer than the seafarer.

Also, I'm with CB - I'd wan't the full transom and bracket on a Grady.

[Blue_Runner]

Here's a Gulfstream that is decked out to the hilt, complete with tuna tower and twin 150 yamma hammers. Price doesn't look too bad to me for a Grady considering replacement value is probably around or over $100k:

http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/5/5/81280155.htm

[chumbucket]

The Gulfstream is one of my favorite models. One of the things that set it apart in it's size class is that it has a 9'3" beam. Something to consider when towing. Need permits. But, extremely stable boat on the water. Beautiful. 8)

Most of their problems were prior to the 1990's models. Some minor. Some a little more so depending on the model.

[reelapeelin]

Fishmaster...have you seen a 248 ''Offshore''?...you'll find a couple of pics in the catalogs in the Gallery...I REALLY like that boat...CB, is it good as it looks?...


Nother thing...got a buddy w/a Gulfstream w/twin 140 Johnnys, fighting chair and spreader out-riggers...1989 model I think...hull is solid...w/trailer you could pick it up for about half what the one above is...

[macojoe]

Wellcraft 248 is a good boat, I fished in one for 5 years with a budy of mine.
Takes water ok and we had many trips off hore to 50 miles or better.
But IMO there is not any room on deck! I think I have more space to use on my V20 then that boat. Has huge cabin , to much IMO, Great if you want to do light fishing lots of curzing with the babes! ;D

[willy]

And whats wrong with a super model or two MJ 8)

[reelapeelin]

MJ, lookin' thru the archives, there's a 248 Sportsman that sounds like the boat you describe, then there's a 248 OFFSHORE w/much less cabin and more deck...this deck looks HUGE... ;D...

[macojoe]

I just went and looked, your right it is a totaly different boat then the Sportman I was talking about!!
Now I want a 248 offshore! :o But then again I want everything!!

[reelapeelin]

MJ...wasn't that a neat boat?... 8)...now I can see that w/a full transon/bracket, big OBs, top, MJ style pulpit...fishin' now... ;D...

[macojoe]

I have a V20 I will trade for a 248 Offshore!! ;D

[willy]

MJ now that I got mine you can't sell or trade, I need ya man ;)

[macojoe]

Don't worry willy my money pit anit going any where soon!
I be lucky to get 1/2 as what I put in it!! And then I have to start all over again!!

[Blue_Runner]

I want everything too ;)

[reelapeelin]

I don't want the CLAP!!...but I want most everything else... ;D...