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    Brunswick selling off Sea Ray brand

    Let's not over complicate this. The <40' powerboat Market has been trending, and will continue to trend, to outboard power. The limited >40' market will be twin pod or single screw diesel. Brunswick knows this very well. Sea Ray has had offerings, but isn't really a player in any of the 3...
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    My starboard mid berth leak was from the drain hose from the companionway well drain. The hose was leaking and water pooled under that corner.
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Helm seat - There is a bushing. Assuming its still there a little play is normal. Halon - True Halon is no longer commercially available. You can find a company to use reclaimed Halon, but I would recommend just making sure you have newer fire extinguishers handy. I have one mounted under...
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Yes, replace manifolds if used in saltwater. No, 7500 is not reasonable. 2500 is.
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    NAPA/WIX FILTERS ARE AMONG THE BEST, AND INEXPENSIVE. CHANGE EVERY 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST)
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    Searay Sundancer 280/315 Fuel Tank Sender Single Diesel Engine

    It is directly under the white inspection plate under the mid cushion in the mid berth
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    5.7LX miss/backfire at WOT

    When were the risers and manifolds last replaced? A sticking exhaust valve in an SBC, either the number 7 or 8 cylinder, will cause that symptom you're describing. The sticking valve is usually a result of small amounts of water leaking back due to a riser on the way out. MMO may help...
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    You really can't lube those cables, however you may want to consider replacing engine to drive shift cables first, those usually go before the helm cables go
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    LOL maybe yes but I'm not pulling the motors...would be interested to learn of the outcome if you make that investment though
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Yacht certification starts at 5GT, not length. I would agree nobody would call a 280DA a yacht but for USCG purposes it qualifies.
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Agree it's more likely to be the limit switch. You can override the switch with the trailer up toggle, which it sounds like you're doing already. You can simply test the senders with an ohm meter and a helper. Pick up the Clymer Mercruiser service manual it simply outlines the procedure.
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    I have a 2004 with the same propulsion package. After having the merc dealer replace gimbals and align drives, then have the props tuned, still have that same minor resonance. Used to it now so don't really notice it
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    If somebody tried to move the light by hand they likely damaged the fragile clutch mechanism.
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Scroll through the Smartcraft screens on the Speedometer,not the Tachs. You'll find the synch monitor there
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Check the switches by reversing the connectors on the control box under the anchor locker hatch.
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    I have the flush mount Raymarine 215 with that I removed from my 280 to upgrade to a Horizon Quantum. The radio, mic, and most importantly mic cord are in great shape. The Raymarine lettering on the suncover is faded. Includes wiring and manual $100+shipping. You will need to program a...
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    280 sundancer - VHF Radio Placement?

    I purchased a Standard Horizon Quantum to fill the big hole left by the Ray 215, and then a Ram Mic up high in the starboard corner of the helm. Full audio and display on the Ram Mic You can also seek out a Ray E46019 handset and it will do the same and connects to your 215
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    Official 280 Sundancer Thread

    Hi Friends: Have 2 minor but persistent issues with my 04 280DA with T/5.0 B3s. 1 An oscillating vibration at cruise 2 The boat pulls slightly to starboard. The gimbals have been replaced, props tuned, trim tabs fully up, and I've even gone as far as swapping drives with another...
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