Spot on Rocket - we took a pass on the boat in question. The owner wouldn't come down enough on price and the condition of the boat and lack of preventative maintenance scared us off.
Hi Guys - Been looking at a bunch of 39/40 DAs and putting miles on the car to do so ;) We've seen some crazy high ask prices for both gas and diesel, and are in no rush so we're not ready to jump. We did see a decent 06 40DA the other day that had a tear in the couch, chipped dinette table...
Keokie - I have towed both with gas & diesel, and you are correct, the diesel has a steady torque band beginning at a much lower rpm.
I spoke to a neighbor of mine who has been boating for over 40 years and has had 6 sea rays; he gave me some of the same insight that you all here on the board...
Hi copb8tx - You are hitting on one of the points I've been trying to quantify, so thank you! I have friends with older Detroit Diesels but they tell me the Cummings common rail, electronic QSBs on the Sundancers are probably more expensive to maintain, so I really don't have a true measure. I...
Thanks gerryb - looks like you have the exact boat we have been shopping for.....can you give me any other tips on what to look for on the boat (trouble spots, annoyances etc)?
Hi - I'm brand new to the CSR board, and I'm very impressed with the knowledge shared and desire to help others on the board! I've been a boater my whole life and have been a co-owner on 2 boats with my brother (28ft Cruisers gas & 40ft Carver gas). My family and I are at a point where we are...