Recent content by eauty

I am interested in the 50 to twin 30 amp splitter if aavilable. Please PM me. Im in SE Michigan so I could pick up or we can arrange shipping. Thanks

The light switch to the v-berth lights is located under the AC control unit on the starboard side of the boat. This fix is EASY. Just loosen that switch under the AC control and you will see 2 wires on one side of the switch and one wire on the other side. One of the wires on the side with 2...

I looked up the part I replaced on my boat and it is called a 90 amp fuse and it is on page 3A-8 of the service manual #33. you can find that service manual online. That fuse sits on top of the starter and is held in place along with the cable from the battery to the starter. I blew that fuse...

Robert, I pm'd you with my cell #. I agree that you need to check all your electrical connections.

I have had the exact same problem!!!!!!! My engine would actually just die while running with the port engine fuse switch tripping for no apprent reason. The dealer even kept the boat for a week and couldn't duplicate it. What I almost did was override the breaker by holding it down to see...

I have a TaylorMade Fastback for a 2005 320 that I owned for 1 season. It cost me $2200 new and you can have it for $500 plus shipping. I don't know if there was that much difference between those model years but if it will work it would save you a lot. It is tan in color and I can send you pics...

I changed the fuel filter today in the port engine and it only had 50 hours on that filter and it showed quite a bit of water intrusion. I took it out for a short run and there was no fluctuation in that port engine. I take the utmost care in trying to get the best gas from reputable marinas...

I have 8.1's with 500 hrs on motors and they have run nearly flawlessly over the years. Had some oil consumption problems in past but that seems cleared up. Today while cruising, the port engine would suddenly lose 150 rpm and the the smart craft gauge was fluctuating all over the place. Then it...

I have looked at this style boat for a long time and my wife and I love this and the new 410SDA. A friend of mine owns a 2009 40 SDA with QSB 380's and although his boat isn't "fast" he certainly cruises faster than what you are stating your boat does. Your description states QSB 580's/vdrives...

I've encountered many 3-4 ft situations in the Great Lakes and the boat does well. As I stated in my PM to you, the boat will handle far more than you are comfortable with. It has plenty of power and when you have the weight distributed just right, Ive cruised at 28 mph in 2-3's with no problem...

I have a 2006 340 SDA with 8.1l and I have to chime in on this blog. I have owned and babied my boat since new taking care of everything and not abusing the hull or motors. Last season, while on an extended trip on the Great Lakes, my motors started to use more oil than usual. These motors have...

Frank, from what I have seen, I agree with some of your points. They are offering 425 hp diesels with v-drives as standard propulsion. Colony Marine is getting theirs in next week and I will finally have a chance to physically set foot on the boat.I have been in the market for a 40 SDA for the...

I was wondering if anyone has had the opportunity to seatrial or negotiate the purchase of the new 2012 410 SDA? I know they are just starting to enter showrooms and just wondered what other think of Sea Ray's new 410 if they have had the chance to physically see or run the boat.

I have owned a 320 with 350 mags and v-drives and personally thought it could use more power. I moved up to a 340 in less than a year because our dealer had a great deal and they gave me a good price on my trade. The things I like more about my 340 vs 320 are the horsepower, dual 30 amp circuit...

Yes, was hoping for warranty coverage but unfortunately that's not going to happen.