Recent content by Seabbatical

[Please note that this post is a revised and updated version of one that was previously posted in the Electronics forum, as this forum may be more appropriate.] On my 2006 Sea Ray 270 Amberjack equipped with a Mercruiser 350 MAG MPI Horizon and B3, I am experiencing the following issues w/ the...

Hello folks, My boat is a 2006 Sea Ray 270 Amberjack equipped with a Mercruiser 350 MAG MPI Horizon, which was purchased new. While recently running on plane at an RMP of around 3,900, the Mercury Smart Craft audio alarm sounded. It is was not a periodic beep, but a continuous ear splitting...

Folks, I’m beginning to do some research on a trailer and tow vehicle for an AJ 270. I’ve read through most of the posts on this forum and have obtained a lot of valuable information. The first of what will probably be several questions that I have is what exactly does Sea Ray include in its...

Bill, I boat out of the Port of Erie. Regards, Seabbatical

Dave, In 2005 and 2006 only the lazarette, a large storage area, was available on the AJ270. In 2007, the lazarette was standard and the mid cabin was an option. In 2008 only the mid cabin is available. Apparently, the lazarette is not even available as an option. I'm glad I purchased a...

What is it exactly about the SR hull that causes this wave slapping noise? Is it because it is solid fiberglass? Before purchasing the AJ270 last August I went for a sea trial in a 260 Sundancer and was very surprised by the amount of wave slapping noise while running. I assume the cause of...

John, According to one of the maintenance tips pages on the SR Web site, with new Sunbrella canvas the greatest potential for leakage is through the seams. Because Sunbrella and the long-term thread are synthetic, the holes created by the sewing will not swell up and seal when exposed to...

Folks, It was announced today that the FCC approved Sirius' acquisition of XM. Since it was opposed by over the air stations, perhaps it imay result in lower fees. Regards,

At Ease, For the AJ270 that I will be taking delivery of in early May, I plan to carry three 8" Taylor Made Big B Fenders w/ center rope tube that are to be stored in the transom locker. When out of port, I plan to bring along three more of the same size. I used this same size on my...

Todd, Thanks so much. Just ordered four flush-mount rod holders. The site doesn't indicate the grade, but at $15.89 each, free shipping, no taxes, and returnable within a year, I couldn't pass up the opportunity. West Marine has what appears to be a comparable rod holder for around $87.99...

Ahoy mates, Although I just became a member of this site recently, I have been an almost daily visitor since late August when I purchased a new 2006 270 Amberjack from the SR dealer who is located just minutes from my home. First, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the...