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  1. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Drain flange 1” or 1.15” Searay 260

    The description in the parts manual of my 2004 SeaRay 260 for the drain flange is : FLANGE, RED BRASS DRAIN PLUG 1.25" The 1.25” number seems odd as all flanges available seem to be for a 1” hole… Appreciate if anyone can shed some light on this I have a very small leak of seawater in the...
  2. 4_Ever_Newbie

    260 throttle control re-installation

    I removed the shifter handle on my 2004 260 Searay to change the trim switch (having intermittent issues that were ultimately not due to the switch) and now I’m having issues with the engine not starting… I believe because I’m unable to re-assemble properly and handle is not in the correct...
  3. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Oil refill- Marlin windlass

    Looking for instructions, if any, about how to check/refill the oil for an older Lofrans Marlin windlass....2004 Searay 260 Do I need to take it off the boat and disassemble it or is there a way to refill in place? Tried to remove the gearbox but I could not get it to drop from the deck after...
  4. 4_Ever_Newbie

    New batteries...old charger?

    I'm installing new AGM batteries in my 2004 Searay 260 Should I be concerned about the factory installed charger?...looks like it is working OK....but will charge/maintain the AGM batteries properly?....concerned it will keep them at 14v> (vs stop charging them when fully charged) (Sorry don't...
  5. 4_Ever_Newbie

    How much can I safely dip the stern?

    I’m concerned about water getting going past the manifold risers through the exhaust and into the engine cylinders when raising or lowering the boat from the lift. To lower and raise my Sundancer 260 the lift guy keeps it at a steep angle with the bow up (or air gets stuck in the lift’s rear...
  6. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Upgrade to Axiom!

    Went for surface mount...!
  7. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Electronics upgrade - expert advice needed!!

    Looking to bring "smartcraft" engine data to a new chartplotter...this has been discussed at varios levels and variants in forums for years, so I'm confident some of you guys have been through this.....! I currently have the smartcraft gauge in the pictures (front and back)...so I plan to buy...
  8. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Open shower sump outlet?

    About 2 weeks into my "new to me boat"...and learning its systems. I've read the boat's manual, many threads about shower sumps and I'm still unsure about the "unusued" outled out of the plastic box. I refer to the one in blue in enclosed pic, what is it used for?. With current float switch...
  9. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Help buying new chartplotter/MDF

    Looking to upgrade to a new chartplotter/MFD ($1000 range) ....before deciding on a model I'd like to know if I can connect it to the existing boat's electronics. Boat currently has an original smartcraft gauge that provides engine data, etc, so I'm wondering if I can connect an aftermarket...
  10. 4_Ever_Newbie

    duckbill valve size?

    Anyone know what diameter is the duckbill valve in a 2004 260 Searay Sundancer Vacuflush toilet system ? Westmarine sells 2" and 1-1/2". Also found somewhere else they have them in 1-3/4" as well Toilet won't flush and plan to attempt disassembling the valves seeking for an...
  11. 4_Ever_Newbie

    Post Sea trial demands

    Pretty much decided on a very nice '04 260 Sundancer with only 180h in the engine... manifolds/risers changed 4 months ago. I did a marine survey and three things came out: - A minor issue with navigational lights ( do not work) - Current owner had boat for only about 4 months, but never...
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