Recent content by swatkinz

Thinking about trading for a new 2007 Sundeck 220. Dealer tells me that the 5.0 standard engine is "all that I'll ever need." However, in the past, I made the mistake of not getting enough motor. Anyone have the 5.0 or the 350 mag? Can you comment on fuel economy performance value etc...

I'm in SC and have had my boat documented since last year. No property taxes

OP Here again, I forgot to ask some of the questions that were asked from some of you folks so here goes: Last year's readings were done after last year's tune up When distributor cap, rotor and plugs were changed, timing was not adjusted. Plugs were replaced with Champion (can't...

OP here. Thanks for all of the comments/suggestions. The one thing that has jumped out is that perhaps I've not tested with the trim tabs all the way up. Dang I must be losign my mind. I'll be at the lake this weekend and will try that, but would that effect RPM as well as speed? Also...

boat has only been in the water since May 1. Bottom fouling is minimal. Props are in same condition as last year when better numbers were attained.

2000 Dancer 270 with 7.4L Mercruiser Bravo III outdrive. Multiport FI engine Manual says RPM should be b/w 4600-4800 and 37-41mph. Last season (first season that I owned the boat), a mechanic had the boat at 40mph and 4400RPM. This season, I cannot get the boat to exceed 4100RPM and 33Mph...

Hey folks, Long time boater here, but new to cruising. Last summer I purchased a 2000 SR Sundancer 270 (wide beam). 7.4LMercruiser B3 outdrive with 750hrs. I now have 808 hrs. on the meter. I have a trailer, but keep the boat in a slip from about April to October. I purchased this boat...