Wow, not a single reply! Well, the shrink wrap is coming off soon so I'll have more pictures then; hopefully that will generate some interest or at least as few comments. Thanks all.
2007 Sea Ray 280 Sundancer with 320 hours – very clean
- Fresh water boat located in Havre de Grace, MD on Susquehanna river
- Single 496 MAG / 375 HP with Bravo III outdrive
- Plenty of power and lower fuel/maintenance costs with single 496
- AC/Heat, microwave, TV/DVD/Stereo with CD...
Thanks Ryan, I will definitely review those resources. I am looking at the ACR Aqualink View (this is a PLB, not an EPIRB). I am new to these devices; however, I believe the PLB will be effective as long as I affix to my person/lifejacket. Are there strong reasons to consider an EPIRB...
Thanks Jim. I am a regular at Rock Hall, Fairlee Creek, Georgetown, and Baltimore as they are close to home port. This trip is about further destinations; that said, St. Michaels may be a good first stop on the way down.
Will probably stick to marinas for this trip as I am not comfortable...
Thanks for the suggestions so far, great stuff. Let me answer some of your questions. Regarding AIS, Radar, EPIRB, life raft suggestions: Based on budget I am looking at the ARC AquaLink View PLB and an auto-inflatable life vest (full vest, not belt pack). Not sure I need AIS/Radar for the...
I finally have time to take an extended boat trip in my 280DA so the planning starts now. My marina is in Havre de Grace, MD on the Susquehanna river and initial thinking is a trip down the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic (or close to it) hitting destinations on one side on the way down and...
Anyone have experience or thoughts on jump starters? Would be nice for piece of mind but skeptical that one of these will work on my 8.1L. Check out the professional model on this site:
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I am concerned after reading through this thread... worried that I have perhaps not been careful enough. I am diligent about running the blower for 5 minutes before starting the engine every time; however, must admit I do not run the blower once I am out of the marina even at slower speeds.
Starting third season with my 2007 and love it. I believe the pros/cons were covered thoroughly in another thread. I cruise at 28 mph at around 15GPH if I remember correctly.
Looks like I need to replace gas shocks on the engine hatch on my 2007 280DA. Having trouble finding them online Anyone have a source or part number handy?
Answers: I am using the West Marine portable 15 Amp Smart Charger on the lowest tender/charge setting (2.0); I do not leave on the tender - just top off once/month. There is a voltage button that I press for readings. I filled the cells to proper levels with distilled water when I removed...
I have two Deka multi-purpose batteries that have been used for two seasons. During the offseason I keep them in the garage and charge with a tender about once a month. One battery charges to 14.0 and the other tops out at 13.5. Should I be concerned? Would like to get one more season out of...