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Thanks. What do you tow with? I'm using a 2004 SRW Dodge Ram 3500 diesel, which is tow-tested with 11,500 lbs., which does not leave much margin to the published limits (mainly bumping up on the 9900 GVWR with fuel, gear and occupants). Based on my many miles at that weight, I'd have no...

Anybody have a scale weight for a 280 with 4.3s on a triple axle trailer? Thoughts on trailering? I'm wondering if the legal-plus 11" beam is something to go through the trouble (and restrictions) of permitting for. It would take an astute law enforcement officer to recognize the...

Well, after years of considering a 270 sundancer to replace our old 268, looks like the focus has turned to a used 280. I like the variety of power options, and the fact that so many are equipped with A/C and many with a gen. We are dedicated trailer boaters, so this model packs a lot of...

The pics of halfnutz' engine bay brings up two questions on my mind as I consider a late-90's through 2001 270 in 9'2" beam. Having owned twins and singles, I'm actually tossed up on 7.4 MPI w/ Bravo III vs. twin 4.3 Alphas. Are the 4.3s carbureted? That will make my decision easier, as I am...

Those Ram brakes are pretty impressive!

Doesn't that outcome become rather dependent on the specific generator? I'd think something like a Honda IU3000 would maintain the civility, while a $399 2-stroke Harbor Freight Chinese Special would make waves in the anchorage. I've heard the impacts of both those scenarios vs. a proper on...

MM - I'm guessing your figure is nautical miles per gallon? I'm still an mph guy on the water, but I talk knots exclusively in airplanes. Does not really matter, as long as your comparing apples to apples. But I find so many distance references in statute miles, that knots don't really fit...

Thanks for the replies everybody. There's a lot of confusion regarding beam and the dinette/walk through windshield. Just when I think I have it figured out, I stumble across and exception. When it comes down to picking the right boat, I don't care about 102" compared to 110," unless it...

I know there's a model-specific thread for the mid-90's Sundancer 270s, but I did not see these two questions answered there. 15 years ago I was looking for a 1994-ish 270, but I ended up buying a pristine 1986 model 268 instead. It's been a fine boat, but the cockpit layout sucks for cruising...

No, you do not need to remove the whole drive, although that is easy to do. I would say that if you do not have a stand or a good makeshift holding device (big-ass vice and lumber for instance), it would be more difficult to accomplish with the drive off the boat. But full drive removal should...

The obvious ... no 12V operation? Or were you thinking of pairing with an inverter? I have the same boat (86 actually) and have been wondering when my fridge will die, and what route I would go. Mine probably sees 5% shore power or generator, 25% alternator while engines running, and 70% on a...

I have had both, but only Alpha's now, so I cannot look at each for a quick tip. I'm guessing the stickers are gone if you are asking the question. I would say it is highly unlikely that a 1988 260 could have been acquired with a Bravo. Once you compare both, you will from then on be able to...