My vac system would not shut off also. I checked the duck bills and all was good. I found the problem in the vac canister. The rubber blatter had a 1.5" washer on the inside that was snapped in two, not letting the rod make contact with the shut off switch. I repalced it with a steel washer and...
Thanks so much for the help guys. I do notice how much the engines like to run at 2200 rpm.
BTW. Big Sea Ray gathering in Charlevoix Mi next week. Should be lots of fun
I don't have a fuel managemnt system on this boat. I generally try get on plane and then go at the lowest RPM possible 2100-2200. Does this make sence?
This may have been discussed many times but I missed it:huh: I have 3116's and have a 500 mi trip on lake mi next week. Any suggestions on the ideal speed to conserve fuel??
Thanks everyone! Some realy good ideas. I will check the auto seat business also.
I took one of the seats apart and the frame is made from molded plastic so the fiberglass reinforcement sounds like the way to go.
Hello Everyone,
It is great ot be here on CSR.
Just got my first Sea Ray last summer and I love it. Its a 1995 400EC with 3116 turbo diesels. Great in lake Michigan waters. The cock-pit seats are in need of replacement, the helm seat is broke and reclines as is the pass side.
Many other small...