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Good morning all, '06 260 DA with 6.2 , BIII. Just replaced he sea water water pump because of a leak around the pulley shaft, no big deal. Question ; anyone know of a place to send the used pump for a rebuild ? I'd like to have the used pump for a spare . Thanks in advance,,,,

Hi all , hope all are well. Having a problem with the boat; here's the basics. -06 260 DA -6.2 single engine,, 615 hours - B III drive Started the season fine after winter layup. Problem began about 2 weeks ago . Engine starts, runs fine at start-up, leave the marina , jumps up on plane...

morning all,,,so, im lying in bed this morning contemplating life's big boating questions, you know, how deep is the ocean ?, how much fuel does my boat use?, when am i going to launch the boat ? (next Saturday hopefully), all that dumb Sh*t. So, one question popped up, and i'm sure its been...

Hi folks, Im about to bottom paint the boat. Not a big deal, been doing it for years. Was always told to leave about 1 inch gap around the outdrive housing. Why ? I know some folks paint their outdrives with bottom paint. my question , i guess, is if you're going to paint the outdrive, why leave...

Good morning all, hope everyone is staying safe / healthy. I'm looking for some advice / confirmation , suggestions, tips, etc. My '06 260 DA (6.2 BIII) had developed a slow water leak into the bilge early last season, ( boat is slipped during the season ). Checked all hose connections many...

good morning all, well, the A-C circulating pump finally quit this weekend. I had just replaced the wet end housing and impeller that didn't help. So, I want to replace the whole pump. Its currenty a Dometic 115V, 500gph magnetic type pump. I don't mind replacing it with the same type but am...

g'morning all ,, recently been having problems with the A/C water circulating pump on my '06 260 DA. Worked fine a week ago , then this past week it stopped working. Pulled the plastic pump housing apart, cleaned the cover, shaft, removed the magnetic impeller, cleaned the whole inside, etc. ...

Morning all, sitting here watching a Saturday morning motorsports show cause the weather here is so shi##y. An ad came on about Mckees 37 waxes and related auto and rv / marine waxes. Checked out the website, and it shows lots of products. Anyone have any experience using this stuff ? I'm...

Morning all, I know there's probably a thread around somewhere on how to add photo's to a post , but I can't find it. Admittedly, I'm mechaniclly proficient (by trade), but the computer/ tech stuff, ahhh , not so much, I get by. My question is, whats the best /newest way to add a photo to a...

morning all. Had a problem over the weekend with the starboard exhaust manifold leaking water into the cylinders. Going to replace the manifolds and risers. Any suggestions / comments on any good replacements. Aftermarket vs. OEM. , on a '06 6.2 Merc. Thanks for any input.

Afternoon all. was just thinking about replacing the remote spot/floodlight bulb on the bow with a LED bulb. Anybody do this yet or have any suggestions ? Thanks.

Good morning all. This is just big shout out and "thank you" to all the past and present contributers to this family of fellow boaters. This past weekend I had a few minor issues while out on the water. While trying to deploy the anchor, I found that the windlass control didn't work, no power...

G'morning all. Out on the boat Sunday, boat runs great, (2006 260DA, 6.2, B-III, ). Back out on Monday, everything good for a short time. About 15 minutes out , check engine alarm (single loud beep about once every minute) comes on. Gauges indicate good oil pressure, temp ok, voltage ok, water...

g'morning all. So, while getting ready to splash the boat yesterday I'm test running the boat in the driveway. Everything looking good, all systems go. Notice a small drip of water from the water distribution housing on lower right. ( 6.2 Mercruiser). I reach down to snug up the blue plastic...

Good morning all.I purchased a beautiful 06 260 Sundancer last summer. While making my list of things to get/do for spring launching, I was thinking of the hot water heater. Is there an anode (zinc) in the heater ? I haven't taken the shrinkwrap off yet, (very soon), so I dont know the brand of...