Grady-white-transom-repair [ 2K — 8K ]

Use a multi-tool or circular saw to cut away the outer fiberglass skin . Carefully pry it off to reuse later if possible.

Before you reach for the grinder, perform a thorough inspection. Water typically enters through unsealed screw holes, trim tab mounts, or the aluminum cap Grady installed on older models. grady-white-transom-repair

Repairing a Grady transom is a major undertaking, but it's the difference between a "total write-off" and another 20 years on the water. 🛠️ The Assessment: Is It Actually Rotten? Use a multi-tool or circular saw to cut

Chisel out the rotten wood. On older Gradys, this often turns into "mud". Water typically enters through unsealed screw holes, trim

Tilt your outboard up and apply downward pressure to the lower unit. Any visible movement or "smiling" (the gap opening between the motor and the transom) is a red flag.

While every model (from an Adventure 208 to a Sailfish 252) differs slightly, the professional "outside-in" method is common for DIYers: