Official 2003.5-2008 340 Sundancer Thread

I just saw this thread after posting in the parent board...

In my endless, painful, frustrating search for the next boat, I have found a 2004 Sea Ray 340 I will be looking at this weekend. I have never been on one. I have been on a 2000 - 2002.

I love the cabin, especially the starboard couch. I like that it's flush to the floor, and not raised like it is on the 2000 - 2002. I do not want a raised couch/settee. Not sure why manufacturers did that pre early 2000s. I also prefer the settee/couch versus a dinette where the benches face each other.

I am not a fan of the 3 helm/cockpit chairs though, and prefer a bench.

I'm curious to hear what others think about the 3 chair seating, the cabin differences, etc. I'd also like to hear the "things to make sure you check out" while I am inspecting the boat.

Also, I am 6'3"; will I fit in the aft cabin for sleeping? Forward berth? Standing at the helm?


There is a nice one up North.....
http://www.clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/2007-sea-ray-340-sundancer.95095/
 
We bought ours with 895 hours and we now have 1200. The 8.1 / 496s are said to be bullet proof. We have had 150 gallons of fuel and 12 adults on board and she still has the power to jump up on plane and deliver a great ride. We have the Bravo 3 drives and are lift kept. Major difference in speed, power and engine room space. Have some friends in Stafford that have a 310 and moor @ Hope Springs. We meet them at Gilligan's and Colonial Beach several times a season. If the 340 works out for you, you will love it.
Hope Springs is where I kept my last 2 boats, in the boatel. I wish a 340 would fit in the boatel, I loved keeping a boat in there. The one I am going to look at is in VA Beach, 8.1s with V-Drives.
 
This is a common failure on all boats, the shower sump pump. I've replaced a few. Is it easy to access on the 2004+ 340? I assume the AC feeds into it as well? Anything else?
It’s easy to access. It is located under a floor access panel at the base of the stairs in the cabin. The AC and shower drain empty into the shower sump. It’s easy to access, easy to work on, and easy to replace.
 
Hope Springs is where I kept my last 2 boats, in the boatel. I wish a 340 would fit in the boatel, I loved keeping a boat in there. The one I am going to look at is in VA Beach, 8.1s with V-Drives.
Kept in the water, V drives is the best
 
I have a 2005 340 and my cabin refrigerator is dying. It is a Coolmatic RPD-0110U. Has anyone found a replacement that retrofits with minimal rework? I would appreciate any advice. Thanks

I dropped a dual voltage stainless Isotherm Cruise 130 in when my original isotherm kicked the bucket. It was a tight fit, had to do some minor sanding of the cabinetry to get her in. Looks great, runs quiet, doesn't use much juice, the beer is wicked cold. I bought it through West Marine with someone's Port Supply discount.

https://www.indelwebastomarine.com/...160-l/cruise-130-clean-touch-stainless-steel/
 
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Started using the shower and thought it would be a good idea to see if the sump-pump was working properly. Opened the access lid with water running into the shower drain to find the box full and overflowing. The forward bilge was kicking in and taking care of the water. Removed the lid, cleared the crud, and it started pumping but only intermittently. Tapped on it a bit and it would take off but then stop so not 100% dependable. Water level was clearly high enough it should have been pumping. I only loosened the crud over the float switch vents so it needs a through cleaning. Didn't have much time Sunday so this weekend will take a closer look. Any suggestions what to do next? Just a good cleaning hopefully? Recall seeing posts on this but cannot find them. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

I've replaced the box and then every component inside the box at some point of ownership. Just like yours, they get nasty inside. I find that halfway through the season I have to pull the lid and bring a hose down there to give a good rinse. Also there is a little rubber check valve on the way out of the box that rots and warps, allowing water to leak back into the box so it's a constant cycling of the pump every few minutes which really wears out the pump and the float. You might have some blockages in the some of the lines that just need a good cleaning. Outside of that, the last poster is correct, they are cheap replace as far as boat dollars go.
 
This is a common failure on all boats, the shower sump pump. I've replaced a few. Is it easy to access on the 2004+ 340? I assume the AC feeds into it as well? Anything else?
AC and Shower only drain into the box from what I can see. Yes, VERY simple to access. Much easier than impellers. So clearing the crud typically does not fix the issue and most folks have bought new pump and float switch? I am going to thoroughly flush/clean switch and pump before replacing. Hopefully that makes it pump as intended.
 
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Started using the shower and thought it would be a good idea to see if the sump-pump was working properly. Opened the access lid with water running into the shower drain to find the box full and overflowing. The forward bilge was kicking in and taking care of the water. Removed the lid, cleared the crud, and it started pumping but only intermittently. Tapped on it a bit and it would take off but then stop so not 100% dependable. Water level was clearly high enough it should have been pumping. I only loosened the crud over the float switch vents so it needs a through cleaning. Didn't have much time Sunday so this weekend will take a closer look. Any suggestions what to do next? Just a good cleaning hopefully? Recall seeing posts on this but cannot find them. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

If manually triggering the float work then it is probably just dirty. Give it a good cleaning top to bottom. I spray it down with Spray-9 to clean it out regularly. Best preventative advice is to clean out the screen tube regularly and to only use liquid soap in the shower. Soap bars tend to clog a lot as the soap re-congeals when it is sitting in the box. Frequent use of the shower drain will also help it as it flushes our whatever has drained in.

I did have a problem with mine when I first got the boat - I replaced the pump only and it was a relatively simple wire-to-wire crimp in replacement. Just keep the crimps out of the box ;)

-Kevin
 
When we purchased, the surveyor suggested pouring some PineSol down the shower drain to keep everything clean and fresh. We have been doing this about once a month or so, depending on usage and it has worked very well. The admiral like the Tropical Scent as it also helps to keep the head smelling fresh and clean. for several days after putting it in.
 
I'm in the middle of the same search...so far I'm homing in on the Isotherm which seems to be the closest in terms of the external size. they make them with or without the freezer and in different colors.

Do you have the original manual for the Coolmatic RPD-0110U? I've been searching on line but can't seem to find the actual dimensions...Please post them if you or anyone has them.

the Isotherm mounting dimensions are:
Height: Minimum: 29 5/8", Maximum: 30 5/16"
Width: Minimum: 21 1/2", Maximum: 23 11/16"
Depth: Minimum: 21 3/8":

ISOTHERM CR-130 Drink INOX, Stainless Steel Door & Panel, 4-Sided Stainless Steel Flange, AC/DC
$1550 at Westmarine.

Pulled the Coolmatic out today. Cabinet cutout is 21-9/16 W X 29-1/4 H

Actual refrigerator is 20-1/2 W X 28-1/2 H X 20-1/2 D
 
Hi guys. New to the site. Looking for a little advice. Admiral and I are buying a home on our local lake, Lake Lanier GA. Unfortunately, ur 340 is just too big of a boat. So it is for sale. As a private seller, what’s the best way to get the word out? It is listed on boat trader now.

Thanks,
 
Hi guys. New to the site. Looking for a little advice. Admiral and I are buying a home on our local lake, Lake Lanier GA. Unfortunately, ur 340 is just too big of a boat. So it is for sale. As a private seller, what’s the best way to get the word out? It is listed on boat trader now.

Thanks,

This would be helpful and a good start:
http://clubsearay.com/index.php?threads/how-to-sell-my-boat-on-clubsearay-com.408/

This site attracts a lot of Sea Ray owners - some looking for new boats as well as others looking into the Sea Ray family of boats.

-Kevin
 
I looked at the 2004 340 today. Beautiful boat in great condition. I could not find anything wrong with it that was a deal breaker.

Quick question, I want a cockpit cover. It has one but it's not usable (torn, leaks, poor condition, etc.). Any idea what it will cost to have a new one made?
 
Hi guys. New to the site. Looking for a little advice. Admiral and I are buying a home on our local lake, Lake Lanier GA. Unfortunately, ur 340 is just too big of a boat. So it is for sale. As a private seller, what’s the best way to get the word out? It is listed on boat trader now.

Thanks,
BoatTrader, Craigslist, Club Sea Ray
 
I looked at the 2004 340 today. Beautiful boat in great condition. I could not find anything wrong with it that was a deal breaker.

Quick question, I want a cockpit cover. It has one but it's not usable (torn, leaks, poor condition, etc.). Any idea what it will cost to have a new one made?

We had one made about 5 years ago by one of the local guys and I think it was $1400 installed.
 
I looked at the 2004 340 today. Beautiful boat in great condition. I could not find anything wrong with it that was a deal breaker.

Quick question, I want a cockpit cover. It has one but it's not usable (torn, leaks, poor condition, etc.). Any idea what it will cost to have a new one made?

A factory replacement cockpit cover is approximately $1,026 MSRP complete with supports. This is the original one that would have come from Sea Ray when new and that was manufactured by the Great Lakes Boat Top company for them.

We are a distributor for them and if you are interested please PM as I would need some additional details (or get my info from www.covemarine.com and give me a call). We also offer great CSR discounts and we are a site sponsor.

-Kevin
 
A factory replacement cockpit cover is approximately $1,026 MSRP complete with supports. This is the original one that would have come from Sea Ray when new and that was manufactured by the Great Lakes Boat Top company for them.

We are a distributor for them and if you are interested please PM as I would need some additional details (or get my info from www.covemarine.com and give me a call). We also offer great CSR discounts and we are a site sponsor.

-Kevin
Thanks, so the 2004 came with one from the factory?
 
Thanks, so the 2004 came with one from the factory?

Yes, but like most things with boats... it was a available option if you wanted to buy it. ;)

We also have access to all the original canvas and colors (plus some custom colors) for these models.

-Kevin
 

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