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Still on the search for a new to me DA and have been looking at the 410s. It seems they either have 480s on shafts or 380s with zeus. Anyone have any info or experience regarding performance and cruise on the two? I'm looking for a comp... I want 480s with zeus but it looks like I need to...

Looking at a new to me 410 Zeus with 380s.... Can anyone share performance/best cruise/fuel experience?

Taking a serious look at a new to me 44 DA. The boat is a fresh water 480 Zeus boat - but with ONLY 37 hrs! That little use over that long a period of time bothers me. And I overthinking this or are there some serious concerns I should have given diesels like to be run?

Looking to move my boat from inland NH lake to the coast, preferably RI. But can always drop her in NH area and run her down. Anyone recommend a transport company? Idea of cost per mile? I really dont want to take my boat apart to do this - can I leave my top on? One transport company told...

This past weekend I started having some pod issues. My starboard engine was running with a gear temp anywhere from 15 -70 degrees more than the port and gear pressure from 15 - 200 psi less. Everything looked ok afterca visual check on engine and fluids. Eventually a vibration and running...

Looking for some help... Took my new to me 09 43 Sundancer w 480's out twice this weekend. Both times after extended (5-10 min) periods at idle speed my vessel view smartcraft thre 2 alarm codes: of course I dont remember exactly what they were! Something about joystick unavailable. When I...

The guy I bought my 43 DA from ordered a Meridian 441 from the factory back in February. The boat was due to be in water first week of June. As he tracked the boats shipment north he was told there was a slight delay due to some transport issues that he was lead to believe was paperwork...

The marina finally opened this weekend - unfortunately hi's were in the 50'2s low's in the LOW 40's with lots and lots of rain. We still managed our first run in the new boat to dinner with some friends. Unfortunately i spent the better part of the weekend researching and running down water...

I bought my boat with full tanks filled around Sept. The boat just went in the water. A buddy I f mine who runs a truck said no problem. My diesel mechanic at work said dump it. The cummings dealer I buy my trucks from said 'it depends' on what the fuel is..... Anyone with any...

Taking my Sundancer south for the first time this year. I have gotten some food advice and read some great threads on the trip on Club Sea Ray. But I have a few specific questions: 1) when should I depart? I would be available to leave sometime in early Oct. I plan on leaving the boat in...

I am trying to track down the warranty on an '09 43 Sundancer. I bought the boat used and the dealer has told me that essentially every major component warranty on the boat expired at the 3 year mark (engines, electronics, etc). I had purchased an '08 40 at the same time this boat was...

I just bought an '09 43 DA that has an open service bulletin to update the anode trim tabs to the new 2 peice configuration. Apparently these tabs come loose and cause a vibration. According to the technician and the bulletin there is a dedicated drill that must be purchased in order to...

If all the stars align I just may have an opportunity to make the East Coast run and check it off the bucket list. Ultimately I'd like to get to FL but wouldn't hate spending the winter in Charleston, SC. I am starting the planning process and looking for resources to help in planning routes...

has anyone installed a set of bar type stools and/or a grill post mount on their swim platform? the new cruiser cantius 41has them on the swim platform and it seems pretty simple to replicate. i believe a guy on the meridian forum has. looking for some guidance/advice? pictures welcome

I just closed on a used (37 freshwater hours!) 09 43 DA thanks to some feedback from this forum! I'm looking for some photos or reccommendations for the following: what is the best location to place her new name? its kind of an akward area back there with a lot going on What size area do you...

Looking for feedback on 43/47 Sundancer..... I am looking at purchasing a used 43 Sundancer from a friend in my marina. I love the Dancer series but we are also considering a Meridian 391. Given the NE freshwater climate we boat in I am concerned that the enclosed cockpit of the 43 DA is going...

Looking for feedback on 43/47 Sundancer..... I am looking at purchasing a used 43 Sundancer from a friend in my marina. I love the Dancer series but we are also considering a Meridian 391. Given the NE freshwater climate we boat in I am concerned that the enclosed cockpit of the 43 DA is going...