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    Waste seacock location '99 40 sundancer

    Gonna be off shore wher i can dump waste but cant locate the seacock- anyone know where?
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    Water pump drawing too much?

    When running water you can see lights draining in a pulsating manner for 30 seconds then fresh water pump breaker pops? Would the pump be bad causing it to draw too much or is it a wiring issue - had no problems last year -any thoughts would be appreciated
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    Leaking shaft seals

    I have 3116 cats and I have a leak in the seal - does replacing the seal usually fix this or do you have to replace shaft as well?
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    99 400 sundancer bridge clearance

    Can't find they info. Anyone know? Thanks
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    dinghy size on the swim platform

    I posted this in the offical 410 dancer thread but others advice would be helpful. I have a 99 400 Dancer the swim platform is 12 feet wide I am trying to decide between a 9.6 foot or a 10.6 foot setup with the Hurley davits. My concern is getting off the back when there are no side docks...
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    What size thruster on 400 sundancer?

    I am looking into getting a bow thruster installed on my 1999 sundancer. One company with a good reputation says that the vetus bow 75 the right size. Just want to be sure. Next size up is the bow 95 which he says is overkill and is $1500 more. Anyone feedback on those that have this size boat...
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    The need for damp rid pots during summer

    Does anyone keep these moisture absorbing pots in the boat during the summer season? I looked at at 1999 400 da yesterday and loved everything except the sight of the dampit pot and strong cleaner smell in the cabin - I've never kept dampit pot in my 280 during summer and moisture not an issue...
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    engine hour gauge in 280 dancer

    I have a 2004 280 dancer and am not sure how to find out the exact number of hours on the 4.3 mercruisers. Anyone who can tell me how? thanks
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    New canvas before selling?

    I am selling an 04 280 dancer and it needs new camper canvas I realize new canvas would help sell but will I get the money it cost back or just sell as is realizing I'll get less than if the canvas was new -everything else on boat is excellent which way generally pays off best? Thanks
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    Twin Cummins QSB 380's strong enough? 420 or 40 dancer?

    Have been keeping an eye out for a 420da but saw an 07 40DA with Twin Cummins QSB 380's for sale locally. My understanding is that used to be the size of the 390. I really like the layout inside but in some posts i have read that the QSB's are underpowered, but am not sure which size they were...
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    Teak problems?

    Looked at a 2003 420 dancer with teak on swim platform and bridge deck, I know there are maintenance issues with teak - anyone n know if they generally screw the teak in or glue it somehow? Swim platform looked silver whereas most of the bridge deck looked golden- it is shielded from sun, sailor...
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    Handling a 420 compared to 280

    Anyone move up from 280 to 420 or 410 who can compare close quarter maneuvering and docking ? Considering the jump but first time I looked at one I was a bit intimidated standing at the helm. Does the wind push u more because of size or less because of weight , do diesels give you quicker...
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    410 EC compared to 400EC

    I fell for the 400 EC but there are a lot of 410's out there. Interior looks about the same. Outside seems to have lines more like the sundancer. Anyone have an idea of major differences. I would only get diesels. Any help would be great.
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    electric air pump

    Hello all. Just wanted a recommendation for an electric (maybe rechargeable battery operated) air pump for an inflateable. Finally decided to go for the baltic after running into a guy with one over the weekend that has had it for 3 years with no problems. Any help would be appreciated.
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    age of used achilles

    Found a local used achilles that is 19 years old. Supposed to be in good shape. How long do they last? Anyone know? Thanks in advance.
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    dink outboard storage

    have a 280da and am looking into dink options. Going with the Achilles 290 with the inflatable floor (light and easy to inflate/deflate) Wondering if anyone has stored like a 4hp outboard in the bilge area of the engine compartment. I dont have a generator there so I think I can fit it. (will...
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    Great south bay to montauk

    I just posted this in a general forum but thought this might be a better place to ask. Hello all, Found this forum a few weeks ago and have been lurking, reading, learning (also still unsure what move to make regarding dinks for a 280 DA). Wife has it in her head to go out to Montauk this year...
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    great south bay to montauk

    Hello all, Found this forum a few weeks ago and have been lurking, reading, learning (also still unsure what move to make regarding dinks for a 280 DA). Wife has it in her head to go out to Montauk this year. 2nd season with the boat and we have not really ventured anywhere far yet. Anyone...
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