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    Depth indicator not working

    I recently noticed that our depth indicator is no longer operable. We're going to be trailering her tomorrow or Friday to Friday Harbor. Are there a few simple things that I can check while the boat is on the trailer? Thanks, Dave
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    Seattle 100 hour service

    Does anyone in the Seattle/greater puget sound area have a recommendation for a service tech? Our trailer is once again serviceable so we can tow Beulah from where she is berthed on Lake Washington if need be. Thanks, Dave
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    Princess-Louisa-Inlet

    My oldest has proposed a trip to the Princess-Louisa-Inlet this summer. We've ventured as far north as the Indian Arm and we're thinking about embarking north from Blaine this time to minimize (ha!) our fuel costs. Does anyone have any experience traveling to the Princess-Louisa-Inlet? From...
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    Canvas replacement 2004 280Da

    It's been 10 years and it's time to replace the canvas on our 280DA. We've received a estimate of $4500 to replace the canvas which includes the camper rear, a new slant top, and higher quality front windows (3) (isinglass). Is $4500 in the ballpark or should we continue to shop around...
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    West Marine space heater on fire

    After resetting my GFI, I plugged in the space heater. The heater promptly started smoking. I plugged in heater inside the house---no problem; heats up fine. What's my likely problem and how do I troubleshoot/repair? Thanks Sent from my mwp6985 using Board Express
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    Canvas work Seattle

    We need to have some torn canvas work done in the Seattle area. We've tried Bellevue canvas but had rather mediocre results. thanks
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    Circular crack on bow surface

    I noticed yesterday a small circular crack on the top of the non-stick surface of the bow. What is best way to repair? Is presure washing this surface advisable? Thanks
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    Starboard engine will not idle at operating temperature

    I've noticed as late that the starboard engine on our 2004 280DA( 4.3 fuel-injected, alpha1) will not idle once it reaches operating temp. This is particularly vexing during docking. Is there anything that I do can to resolve this problem simply and without spending a for another service...
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    Vacuflush not flushing

    What can I do to correct a problem with the vacuflush system? (without getting too crazy) The white valve on the bottom of the bowl was stuck open. I forced it shut and lubricated with the head lube which has corrected the valve open problem. The problem appears to be a bit more serious...
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    Deep Cycle Battery Maintenance

    What's the rule of thumb on the care and feeding of a deep cycle battery. We've got a sunstream lift that is going on 5 years old powered by a deep cycle battery. The unit has a solar panel for recharging but we don't get a lot of solar energy in the NW particularly in the winter months. To...
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    Exterior bilge-exhaust molding missing

    Does anyone know where I can source the plastic grill/molding (starboard side) that covers the exhaust fans from the bilge? I noticed that the molding was missing yesterday and no one seems to know what happened---imagine that?!
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    Seattle area trailer service

    We've got a triple axle trailer that's used to trailer our 280DA. The unit is used sparingly (3-4 times per year) but we are looking for someone in our area that can do a thorough service and inspection. Does anyone know someone in the Seattle area who can perform this service? Thanks
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    Boating in Canada

    My son and I were boating in Canada over the weekend. When I attempted to contact the marina in Victoria over channel 66a, I could not hear their response to my inquiry. The marina could hear my call without problem. I'm using a raymarine 215. I did not change the frequency selection from US...
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    Water pump down

    My bus partner took off to Anacortes, Wa this weekend with the GF to take in some cruising in the San Juan islands. He discovered that the water pump doesn't appear to be functioning as the sinks and toilet do not fill with water though the water pump light is lit. The boat was just in for...
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    Red wine spillage

    Does anyone have any good ideas on removing red wine spills and I mean big spills. We took my son and his friends (8) out for SeaFair and someone brought along some red wine which broke in half---how I don't know. I called a number of steam cleaning companies but they no longer clean boats...
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    Vacu-Flush ball valve sticking open

    What can I do to remedy this problem? Can I lubricate the unit or will I need to replace the duckbill seals? We haven't done anything in the way of preventive maintenance but should probably do so in the future. Thanks.
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    Port engine will not start

    We just got our boat back after a 100 hour service interval. After running both engines for approx 1 hr, the port engine will no longer start. The engine cranks fine but that's about it. Does anyone have any ideas on what I can try before she goes in for service again? I did call the...
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    Moving up to a 320--need a new lift

    We've currently have 280DA which is high, dry, and happy on her sunstream lift. We're currently looking at purchasing a new 320 today (shhh--my wife might be listening). What's available in the way of lifts for a boat of this size and weight. The boat is in fresh water and will be equipped with...
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    Canvas (rear) installation

    We use our boat year-round. We've got both of the rear canvas covers; the clear windowed setup with 3 sides of poly and the camper cover. We've only used the clear covers. Is there any advantage to installing the canvas cover in the being able to contain heat and catch less wind in the...
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    Navigation lights-replacement source

    Does anyone know of a good source for replacement nav lights. I went into West Marine this morning and was told that I needed to update my lights to what they had in stock even though the screw layout and size were different. I assume that this is something that needs to be replaced each...
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