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Chasing the Sunset!

ok, I figured out how to add pictures; adding the extra battery was easier but I think I got it figured out now.

we pull our 260 DA with our 2005 Tahoe w/ 4.8L with trailer towing package (which makes a big difference). the Tahoe is nearing 300K miles and no issues trailering (even w/o 4-wheel drive). We mainly tow to a lake near our house but have no concerns with going further. Have had a couple of...

Ok, I finally got around to installing the extra battery, and it fit in the same space as existing 2. Would be great to add some pictures but can't figure out how? Oh well, looks similar to Bennet's. Looking forward to some extended battery time!

Kohler pump is fairly easy to access, just working from the side if it is similar to Kohler we have on our 260. When we bought the boat, our sales man suggested we replace our impeller every year (that's what he said the dealer does when they complete their yearly service). This seemed...

I'm curious, did you find a 260? Take Import Monkey up on his offer? 260 coast-to-coast? We have a 2008 260 that we tow with a 2005 Chevy Tahoe (with the small V8 and just rear wheel drive). It has the towing package and aside from a couple of slick ramps at low tide, it does great...

Bennett, Thanks for the info. I don't remember off-hand what series batteries we have. They are fairly large. I remember trying to squeeze them in side by side and even with moving the vent line, they were too wide. I don't think I tried to turn 2 perpendicular to the most aft battery...

This is great information; thanks to all for your feedback. Good point on matching the batteries, size and age. Timing worked in my favor here as I was in the process of buying a new house battery earlier this year when I decided to purchase the extra. It's just taking some time to get it...

We have a 2008 260 DA with twin batteries and a selector switch. When on the hook, we'll use batt#1 as our house battery for stereo, fridge, lights, etc. and save batt#2 for starting the gen or engine. I'm considering adding another battery in parallel with batt#1 to extend the time that we can...

Yep, the more I look at the finish, the more I agree it was a lack of it getting some care. The first pass I made did make a difference. I can still notice a slight trace of oxidation. I'm going to use some 3M restoration compound in the next week or so; this should bring it back to new. Plan...

hiring a Captain or talking a good buddy with boat experience to join you, would be wise. It's best to lay out a plan taking the day of the week, time of day, tide, gas/slip availability, meals, etc. Keep in mind there are plenty of surprises to make the trip exciting including plenty of Jet...

Thanks Bennett & David - I just returned from the boat lot and I'm happy to report that with a little polishing compound, wax, and muscle, the finish can be restored. It's just wierd that there was such a distinctive line where the oxidation exists and where the finish still was shiny. I'll set...

We just recently purchased a 2008 260DA and have joined the Sea Ray boating phenom. What an awesome boat. An odd thing seems to be occurring with the paint finish on the radar arch. It seems to be loosing its shine in the middle areas but is still shiny around the snaps and metal antenna mount...