Recent content by George W

I have a 2009 43 Sundancer and the port vent window won't close. I suspect the actuator is bad, but not sure how to access it. Do I have to remove the seal around the cover plate to gain access? After removing the seal, will the access plate just lift up?

I tried that, but they don't move until I start the engines.

Is there a way to lower the trim tabs without running the engines?

On the stbd aft, there is what appears to be a flag pole socket; 2" deep and 1" diameter. What flag pole would I get that would work in this socket?

I have the hydraulic platform that is designed for carrying a dinghy. I plan to leave the dinghy in the platform and use it when anchoring off shore.

Lantana, FL

Looking for recommendations for the best dinghy for my 43 Sundancer.

Thanks for the advice - since my craft has LOA of 47 feet, trailer is not an option. Concerned that the local marinas get overloaded when a storm threatens and do not get all the boats out in time, even though they all have a pre-paid contract.

In the process of relocating a 2009 Sea Ray 43 Sundancer to the east coast of Florida, near West Palm Beach area. Looking for advice on the best way to deal with a hurricane - look for someplace up one of the rivers to go inland; haul the boat or leave it in the marina with appropriate dockage...