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    Post Your Classic's Top Speed

    1988 270 SD 4.3Liter V6's 205hp Full topped off- 35mph according to GPS on original motors with 4 blade 14 x 20 aluminum props at 4600 rpms.
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    88 270 Dancer Swim Platform

    For Sale is the swim platform, ladder, and supports needed to mount the swim platform. The swim platform is off of my 1988 270 Sundancer and I am selling it because I purchased an extended platform. If interested please call me at 586-918-3500. Thinking due to weight and size it would need to be...
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    What is the best Cruising speed for my twin 4.3l

    What size props are you using? I have similar engines and my top speed on a calm day is about 30.
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    Thank you on letting me know this is the screw cover. Here is the other drawing they sent to me to hold exterior glass in place.
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    Part number 8338990 - I had to email the rep from Taylor Made because not sure where this piece goes.
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    I just called Taylor Made again and I guess it is all in who you get. The rep knew right what I needed, emailed me pictures of the parts, and is sending out samples to confirm.
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    Thank you,
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    I'm sure I need to rebed by windows as I am still getting some leakage after I caulked around the outside. So here is my question - do you know what parts can be ordered from Taylor Made - or better yet, what the proper parts needed are? I talked to Taylor Made and they weren't much help, as the...
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    Stiff Steering

    I am now having the same problem - what did you ever find to resolve the issue?
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    Counter Rotating outdrives

    Does anyone have any feedback on SEI - Sterndrive Engineering Inc? I'm having my drives serviced and shift cables replaced so was thinking of replacing the lower unit to achieve counter rotation. Huge difference in price - $975 for SEI and $2,200 for Merc OEM. I get when you buy price you buy...
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    Checking out a 88 270 dancer, what to expect for a 10k 270?

    I've owned my 88 270 Sundancer since 2007 and purchased it for $12K. I am running merc 205hp 4.3 liter V6's. They are original, have over 1000 hours on them, run great, and are very economical when it comes to fuel. I cruise around 23-25 and top out at 32-34WOT. I never usually run at WOT due to...
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    I did some reading on the pergo type yesterday and saw on several forums it doesn't hold up over time. They said the sides start to come up after getting wet over time.
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    Official (1982-1988) 270DA Thread

    Looking for input if anyone has anyone done anything other than carpet on the interior? More specifically on the areas where the carpet is on the walls?
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    Help with Interior Ideas - 1988 270 Dancer

    Hello - I am working on the interior of my 1988 270 Sundancer and want to redo the cushions and carpet. It's all still original so it definitely needs a facelift. What I am struggling with is the flooring and sides of the interior. Currently it is all carpet on the floor and up the side of the...
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    390 E.C. Windlass Discussion

    I sent them a template for my 270 Sundancer and they built from that. They shipped mine today, so excited to see results.
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    My Swim Platform Before and After

    Did you order yours, or did you build it yourself?
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    My Swim Platform Before and After

    I own an 88 270 Dancer and just got a quote from swimplatforms.com for $1795 + $275 for shipping. Where did you get yours done for $800??
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    1988 270 Sundancer Battery Help!

    Thanks - I never had a problem either - just the guys at West Marine making me second guess myself. I don't know if it really makes a difference, or if they are trying to sell a more expensive battery.
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    1988 270 Sundancer Battery Help!

    I am replacing the batteries on a boat I purchased three years ago. They are currently all deep cycle - should I replace them all with deep cycle or should one of them be a starting battery? Is purchasing a dual purpose battery a better choice? If I do need a starting battery - which one is it...
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    Canvas maker in Harrison Twp

    I have a 1988 270 Sun dancer and am in need of a new convertible top, camper top, and side curtains. I have all the stainless, but need new canvas. Does anyone know anyone in the area who does a good job & won't break the bank? Thank you, John
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