Recent content by sfilb

Only STBD side had visible issues and the port side turned freely - I’m not entirely convinced port was bad - I cant imagine a shaft or strut getting bent without noticeable prop damage right? I still have my fingers crossed that it is a simple alignment issue. I have a trusted mechanic checking...

So after many years of loyal service I launched the boat (2007 340sda) yesterday and my STBD keypad appears to be possessed. Most of the buttons would not work, and then they would work, but on a 10-40 second delay. I’m guessing the famed Sea Ray EIM issues have finally caught up with me. While...

When I did my spring launch walk around I noticed that about a 1/8 inch of rubber on the starboard side cutlass was sticking out of the back of the strut. When I went to turn it by hand it was definitely catching - Mechanic told me the Port was fouled as well, even though I could turn that one...

Thanks all - Obviously I’m concerned about the short life, first step now that the new bearings are in is to have the alignment adjusted on both sides. Props were reconditioned 2 years ago, and there is no evidence of strikes, so I’m crossing my fingers that alignment is the key. I know removing...

Just a general question for my fellow Sea Ray enthusiasts before I follow up… Recently I had to have both cutlass bearings replaced. I thought about buying the tool and doing it myself but $400 for a one trick tool didn’t clear the Admirals budget. At any rate I couldn’t get on the schedule for...

The Admiral and I are getting close to moving on up to a 390DA and doing my due diligence I'm trying to use the group expertise here to help me with a few lingering questions... This question is to the diesel owners. The boat I'm looking at has QSB 380s but the Tachs in the dash are 6000rpm...

So I'm new to the group... I love my 290 Amberjack but its time to move up because the Admiral wants more space and I want Diesels! Hopefully I can get some advice here. I'm a hobbyist mechanic, but my expertise ends past the dipstick and the wiring harness. We are looking at a 390DA with 700h...