Anyone have experience with Grady White fuel tank upgrade/replacement

[Osprey]

I have a 1995 Grady White 208, interested in replacing the factory 82 gallon tank with a larger unit if possible. Has removable access panel in the deck. Any info regarding available space for larger tank, replacement tank sources and general how to would be much appreciated.

 

[Solittle]

Re: Anyone have experience with Grady White fuel tank upgrade/replacement

I think you will find a data plate from the original tank manufacturer in the vacinity of the sending unit. Call them with the model number. That way you can replace your tank with an exact fit. Most boat manufacturers do not make their own tanks.

 

[cp]

Re: Anyone have experience with Grady White fuel tank upgrade/replacement

I'm no Grady expert, but from looking at their website and seeing a friend's old Grady, it doesn't seem like you could go to a much bigger tank if at all. Look at the below link:<br /><br /> http://www.gradywhite.com/grady-built/structure.php3 <br /><br />Scroll down and look at the picture on the left that shows the glassed in stringers. Note the long space amidships. Now look at this link:<br /><br /> http://www.gradywhite.com/grady-built/safe.php3 <br /><br />Scroll down and look at the picture on the left showing the foam between the stringers. Looks like the fuel tank in the middle of that picture. Not much space there for a larger tank.<br /><br />Guess the best way to find out for sure is to remove the floor panel...or call Grady and ask them. Good luck.

 

[Captn Dave]

Re: Anyone have experience with Grady White fuel tank upgrade/replacement

I had an older GW 24 footer that I had to remove and repair the tank. There was no room to go bigger on this boat even if I wanted to. The fore and aft bulkheads were right next to the tank.<br />And that was a job I'd never want to do again.<br />I'd suggest maybe using a couple of portable 12 gallon tanks to extend your range.