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    280 Sundancer 5.0 MPI no engine temp / no water psi on gauges analogue and smart craf

    I have a 2003 Sundancer with 5.0 engines and smart craft gauges. The port engine gave me a warning several weeks ago saying faulty sensor. I had 1.7 water pressure so after reading the forums I choose to replace the water pressure sensor located on the power steering cooler. The old sensor was...
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    Mercrusier 5.0 MPI wont start - 280DA

    Last time I used the boat (4 weeks ago) everything was fine. This weekend the port engine will crank but not start. 85gal of fresh fuel and a new fuel water sep filter was put on yesterday. A car mechanic friend of mine and I did some investigating today and their is no spark. We verified our...
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    Bennett Actuator Assemby Replacement

    I have a 2003 280da. Does anyone know if you can use the A1101A Standard Actuator to replace the Sea Ray A2214.5A Actuator. From what I can tell the only dif is the stoke, 2 1/16 on the Sea Ray and 2 1/2 on the A1101A Standard. Thanks
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    Determining final home for a 280da

    We live in Richmond and are looking at dry storage for the boat. There are multiple options and all have pros and cons. Looking for fishing, places for kids to play, harbor side restaurants, bang for the buck, fuel prices, hours. Boat is currently at Garrett’s but I am a bit annoyed that they...
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    Left multi function gauge inop? trouble shooting 280da

    I have a 2003 280da new to me. This weekend I had no trim indication, no oil pressure indication. The smart craft gauges saved the day as I was able to verify oil pressure. Due to the multiple failures I am guessing its a gauge not a sending unit. Thoughts? and any recommendations on parts...
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    Moving a 280da in Richmond

    I purchased a 03 280da with twin 5.0s. My friend has a 06 Bayliner 275. Any chance the da will fit on his two axel trailer? The trailer says RVRW of 12,000lbs. I need to move the boat 52 miles. Any thoughts?
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    Another new guy considering buying a 280

    I am looking at purchasing my first boat. I have been reading lots of threads and asking lots of questions locally. Now I am trying to see what people are actually paying vs advertised price. Here are the specs: 2003 SEA RAY - 280 SUNDANCER $55,000 Engine: TWIN MERCRUISER 5.0L MPI 260 HP...
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