Recent content by Chiefsfan

I appreciate the feedback and suggestions. If finding a replacement module was as easy as just ordering one (which it should be), I would certainly go that route. But apparently it’s not! I’m going to research changing out to a complete new distributor/ignition setup. Knowing that I can get...

I swapped out the module from the starboard engine (which had started right up) to the port, and it started immediately. Before spending $590 on a replacement, i think exploring other distributor options are in order. I can probably come close to changing out the distributors on both...

I have a 1996 370 Sundancer with carb’d 7.4L V drives. On trying to get engines started this weekend, I could not get my port engine two fire at all. Went through the basics of fuel, spark, and air. Was missing spark. I tracked it down to the ignition control module. I’ve got a pair of pics...

That's pretty much what I thought. Will the OEM charging system be compatible with the AGM batteries?

As far as AGM batteries go, can you have a mixture of flooded and AGM in the battery bank. I guess what I'm asking is can I replace the old batteries one at a time as they start to go bad with new AGM batteries, or do I need to replace all four at the same time?

Well I can tell you that this battery issue has been a relatively cheap learning experience, and a lesson was learned. Battery maintenance is now on the checklist...

I have never left a battery on a charger full time before owning a boat like this, and never even thought about the possibility of a battery exploding. I completely understand what you guys are telling me, and in hindsight it makes perfect sense. Those batteries are going to be checked very...

Yesterday evening I attempted to start my generator to let it run and get some stabilized fuel in the lines and carb. The second I hit the start button from inside the cabin at the panel, I hear a very loud bang that scared the &@€* out of me. Couldn't get up those stairs fast enough, open the...

i guess that I'm new to the never ending battle with spider droppings on my boat...ugh! But my marina carries the Starbrite bird and spider droppings remover. I have to admit that this product works like magic. Too bad it isn't available in a gallon size.

I don't think my opinion is worth that much, but I don't think I'd jump to quick on rebuilding those transmissions. Mine clunk like crazy when I shift into gear, and I have just under 1500 hrs on them. In the middle of the night, I'm sure they were plenty loud.

I appreciate the info on rebuilding that filter. I ordered a new one on Amazon, should be here today. But I'm going to rebuild the old one and keep it for a spare. Although I don't intend for this to ever happen again. There is so much to learn about owning a boat like this.

I have made the unfortunate newbie mistake of letting my holding tank get pretty much full, and winding up in some very choppy conditions on a windy day. And now I get quite a malodorous smell when we flush, even tho we've pumped out the honey pot. So from my research on here, I need to replace...

As a new 1996 370 DA owner, I just love this thread. Collectively there is more knowledge here on this particular model of boat than I think you could find anywhere, on any model.

I took hundreds of pics an a lot of vids. I'll try to get some up later today.

I appreciate all of the encouraging comments. Been a little busy over the last week. Just a little update, finally made it to my final destination on Kentucky Lake. Took right at 10 days. Which is longer than I had planned. But between weather, and some very long waits to get through a couple...