Recent content by Kaoru

Given the location of the AC unit on the boat, I don't consider it any louder than a typical window AC unit. That said, such things are highly subjective when there is no baseline reference.

You have to lookup the Dometic Qht control manual for the details and table for all the functions/programming. That said, some quick instructions: The Qht must be in "off" prior to entering Programming Mode. Simultaneously press and hold the MODE and DOWN buttons for three seconds. “PROG”...

I have no experience with props other than the factory props that came with my 2009 270 Sundancer. That being said, I've never had an issue with my props, neither in performance or in problems so I can't speculate what's best. However, I can suggest that having mismatched props on a Bravo III...

If your belt is popping off, it may be routed wrong... It has to follow the diagram on the engine. I had belt problems after I had my water pump replaced (on warranty) and the tech routed the belt wrong. BTW, the bad prop seal was a known problem and there was a recall. I had the same seal...

For my install, I put in a lighted 12V panel (with fuses) just above the storage compartment. Here's a pic of the panel, notice the first switch is VHF/DSC. The second switch provides power to the GPS antenna (not the chart plotter, it's separate) and the NMEA2000/SeaTalk/SeaTalkng networks...

For who is interested, here's a pic of me towing my 270 for launch. My truck is a F150 XTR with MaxTow. GCVWR of 17,200 lbs allows me to tow about 11,000 lbs. Boat & trailer transmits about 9700 lbs to ground and 1000 lbs of tongue weight.

I've done some more investigation, since I pride myself in my electronic know-how. For the most part, Raymarine MFDs, some Garmins, etc. do "display" trim tab sensor data via NMEA 2000. This is done via: The calibration, however, is NOT necessarily supported by MFDs like Raymarine (only their...

According to this thread, the RayMarine e7 (like my C70 classic) can't do calibration. However, Tabman does seem to imply that you can calibrate using a separate device (like an indicator panel or other MFD). I myself have a Merc Monitor which has a Trim Tab display... I can't remember if it...

I don't think the Bennett Trim Tabs NMEA kit requires calibration from a electronics point of view. Well, at least I never needed to calibrate the tabs. In any case, if you PM Tabman he could answer your question since he represents Bennett. Cheers, Kaoru

Congrats! on your new (to you?) 270 Sundancer. I've only replaced one bulb (cabin light) and have't looked into getting LEDs. This thread is a good place to start (it's for the old 280 hull though) Official 280 Sundancer Thread but it does show how to match up the bulbs. Kaoru

Sure, I still visit CSR regularly though I've been busy for awhile. Send me a PM if you have any questions.

Congrats on your new cruiser! You're in the right thread as the 280 thread is for Sundancers older than 2010... The new hull/2009 270 was renamed to 280 in 2010. As for the vacuum flush head, only quick dissolve/septic TP is used. Failure to use or flush anything else can foul the system up...

I've never had a problem with confidence... I boat on a canal with locks unchanged for hundreds of years and boaters of old didn't have bow thrusters, if they could do it so can I. The wind gusting hasn't changed but the fact that there is only 1 lock master cramming in as many boats into a...

Congratulations on your new-to-you 270 Dancer! If you have any questions just post them and I will be glad to help you. As for the name location, unfortunately if you have a camper canvas you can't put it in the traditional location, that being the back of the locker. It covers it up. I'm...

Glad to hear... I'm always using my remote. Which thruster did you get? If its a SidePower then the remote is an easy install... Cheers Kaoru