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    are these anodes too far gone?

    i was told i have to replace the entire cylinders. probably true but wanted to post here first... thanks. Matt. https://www.dropbox.com/s/63slgt5xy14zqld/20180425_193704.jpg?dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/s/bmuanrc1q3tuph8/20180425_193728.jpg?dl=0
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    which Handheld spotlight?

    for use as a backup to my mounted searchlight i like to carry a handheld spotlight. The one i've had for years was a million candlepower and was great but it recently died so i must replace it. new ones measured in lumens now...the old one was a 12volt and i've noticed most of the newer ones are...
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    where would i get a replacement stainless steel support arm for my bimini?

    since my old one now resides at the bottom of saginaw bay, im wondering how i can get a replacement support arm piece for my bimini top? just need one... maybe make one? any other suggestions welcome... thanks.
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    how would test the freeon level in my ac unit?

    coils/fins are totally freezing over and ac not working well. if its not too much hassle id like to start with just checking the freeon level.
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    so a waste basket goes under the step?

    reading around i found that the space below my step in to the cabin is meant for a waste basket? good to know, didn't know that and now i want to utilitze this space for that. is there a basket made for it? i searched for baskets and didn't find one with a matching size... 8.5x11. im gonna...
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    leaking toilet

    first run this season with the boat and discovered a totally new problem that we did not have last year. Leaking toilet. seems to be coming out from under the back of the toilet where it meets the floor. first noticed that it would not hold water in the bowl. (porcelain bowl, electric flush...
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    what would turn my new 3M 4000 UV white sealant, yellow?

    I just sealed up a bunch of stuff and the deck a week or so ago and i noticed it has all turned yellow and looks like crap! There was a lot of maple and other tree debis on the boat and we did get some rain. Could that be the culprit? More importantly how do i get it white again? Thanks...
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    New upholstery in cockpit but it's loose fitting...

    never had anything re upholstered and i'm wondering if my cockpit seating that has all new vinyl, will tighten up, given time? its a bit loose fitting right now. i'm a bit disappointed.
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    where would i find a wiring diagram for the spotlight helm switch/controller?

    i have a 1996 sundancer 270 and the spotlight comes on but i cannot control it. the controls at the help do nothing. wondering how i could locate a wiring diagram for that? Thanks...
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    how are 2 bilge pumps supposed to be wired?

    1996 sundancer 270. one bilge is not working and there are 2. just wondering if how they are supposed to be wired? my one working is hard wired. it comes on regardless of battery switch and can also come on via switch. should the other one be wired like that too? Thanks....
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    Remove silicone/sealer from fiberglass

    Got most of it but wondering if there is a product that can remove the remaining silicone? I feel like scraping is gonna damage the fiberglass.
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    considering raising the bottom paint line/paint on decals?

    the current line of bottom paint on the back half of the boat is not high enough. If i raise it, i would be painting on the decal. Should i do that or just leave it be? also i was thinking of just raising the back half. Of course that would give me a tapered looking decal on the transom end of...
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    Wet floor in cabin. Is there a drain?

    Sundancer 1996 270...Last season i had a wet floor in the cabin that wouldnt dry up. I mean kids were coming in wet so i didnt really think anything of it. Thats how it got wet. I got a little concerned after several weeks went by and we didnt have rain and the floor was still wet. Talking about...
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    where would i buy a new bench seat backrest for my sundancer 270 1996?

    i need a backrest for my boat and i was not aware that i couldn't just locate and purchase one. West marine said there is no aftermarket seats? took it off for reupholstering and found it really damaged. need new. What to do?
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    Where or how can i get a new transom bench backrest piece?

    West marine said theres no after market for something like that. For a 96 sundancer 270. Pulled the transom mounted backrest off on the bench for reupholstery and I found a lot of damage....
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    How to demove seats? 1996 sundancer 270

    Im reupholstering captains bench, side bench, and rear backrest and cannot figure out how to remove these seats. Any tips? Thank you.
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    how do you clean the narrow area where the windshield meets the boat? from inside

    what's the trick or maybe special attachment? i don't have anything skinny enough to get in there and suck out all the bugs and dirt there. don't know if i should squirt a hose up in there or not... 1996 sundancer 270.
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    what is the latest greatest thoughts/products on cleaning a dirty old deck?

    i've researched and didn't really find anything very recent. i'm hearing about products west marine(deck cleaner) and woody wax and soap also seemed to come up quite a bit. i have a 96 searay sundancer 270 and tried to clean the deck last year with power washing and scrubbing. NOPE! (got the...
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    how do i know what foam strip under windshield to order?

    not sure the proper name for the foam rubber strip that goes along the bottom of my windshield where it meets the deck to cover screws but this is for a 96 sundancer 270. How do i know what to get? i'm sure there are many sizes. can i order it by just telling make model and year of my boat or...
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    water coming in on countertop in cabin during hard rains... 96 sundancer270

    where in the world would water be getting in? not windows, they appear solid and sealed. its coming from under where the microwave/cubby sits atop the countertop. sink area... during hard rains this happens. 1996 Sundancer270. Thanks. Matt.
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