Search results

  1. lope4946

    New Dometic Air Conditioner Install

    Getting ready to upgrade my Cruisair (Dometic) 12000 BTU unit to a 16000 BTU unit on my 2005 340 Sundancer. Was thinking of doing the install myself. Any hints or lessons learned from anyone who has already done this would be appreciated.
  2. lope4946

    2005 340 Refrigerator not cooling

    My 2005 340 refrigerator is not cooling. I put a digital thermometer in the Freezer and I'm getting 11 degrees but the refrigerator is only registering in the high 40's. How can this be? It's a Coolmatic RPD-0110U. Thanks!!!
  3. lope4946

    2005 340 Refrigerator not cooling

    My 2005 340 refrigerator is not cooling. I put a digital thermometer in the Freezer and I'm getting 11 degrees but the refrigerator is on registering in the high 40's. How can this be? It's a Coolmatic RPD-0110U. Thanks!!!
  4. lope4946

    Removing Raymarine Radar Dome from 340 Sundancer

    I'm purchasing a 2005 340 Sundancer and need to remove the Raymarine radar dome off the top of the arch for transportation. How difficult is it to remove and what tools will I need?
  5. lope4946

    High oil pressure 4.3L 280 Sundancer

    As soon as I turn the start switch in the on position without actually starting the engine, my port oil pressure gauge jumps to 80 PSI. When I start the engine it jumps up further and pegs out. The starboard engine stays at 0 PSI when the ignition switch is in the on position and jumps to 40...
  6. lope4946

    2002 280 hot water tank replacement

    I just noticed my hot water tank is leaking. I'm guessing the bottom is rusted out and the whole thing needs to be replaced. Has anyone tackled this project on a 280DA and how difficult was the replacement? Also, is there such a thing as an instant hot water unit that can be installed similar...
  7. lope4946

    No power from generator

    I have a Kohler 5e generator on my 2002 280DA. The generator fires up with no problem, however when I flip the power switch inside the cabin, I'm getting no power to the panel. This is the first time in 4 years this has ever happened. Is there some type of fuse or circuit that may be tripped...
  8. lope4946

    Oil in exhaust Westerbeke 7.2 kw

    Yesterday when running my generator for about an half an hour, oil started coming out the exhaust. Any suggestions?
  9. lope4946

    4.3 EFI maxing out at 3000 RPM's

    My starboard 4.3L EFI max's out at 3000 RPM's when at full throttle. I had the same problem two weeks ago but last weekend it worked fine. It's been about a year since my last fuel/water filter change. Any suggestions.
  10. lope4946

    batt chager output breaker keeps tripping

    I have a 2002 280 DA with twin 4.3's and a gen set and three batteries. My Batt Charger Output #2 keeps tripping. Any suggestions?
  11. lope4946

    GPS Transducer Installation

    Just purchased a Garmin GPS 531S for my 2002 280 DA. This unit comes with an transducer that can either be mounted on the outside of the boat on the transom or epoxied to the bottom of the boat in the engine compartment. Two questions: 1) What is the best way to route the wiring for the...
  12. lope4946

    Recommendation for reasonably priced GPS for inland lakes

    Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced GPS for boating on an inland lake in South Carolina? I don't need a lot of bells and whistles and will be mounting on my 280 DA.
  13. lope4946

    Lake Strom Thurmond or Lake Murray

    I was just wondering if there are any CSR members on Lake Strom Thurmond (Clarkshill) or Lake Murray. I am moving to Augusta Ga from Cincinnati and tI am trying to figure out which lake I want to keep my boat on. I am looking for a marina with a covered slip for my 280DA. Any suggestions...
  14. lope4946

    Recommendation for Charleston SC Marina

    I am currently living in Cincinnati, OH and I am probably going to relocate to Aiken, SC. I currently keep my 2002 280 DA on Norris Lake in TN. If I do make the move, I am thinking I would like to keep my boat at a Marina in Charleston, SC or somewhere close to that area. In order to keep the...
  15. lope4946

    New Stereo Amp and Subwoofer for 280 DA

    Has anyone installed a new amp and subwoofer on their 280 DA? I am thinking about doing this on my 2002 DA and not sure how big of a job it is. What type of amp did you use? Did you have to run a bigger wire to the battery? How did you route your wiring for the subwoofer? Any other...
  16. lope4946

    Sun pad vinyl replacement 210 BR

    I need to replace the vinyl on my sun pad (engine cover) on my 2000 210 BR. Is this a do it yourself job and does anyone have any suggestions on where to get matching vinyl replacement?
  17. lope4946

    Shower Sump hose leaking 280 DA

    I just noticed that I am getting water around my shower sump box in the cabin. It looks like it is coming from where the hose from the sump box meets the outside wall on the haul. I can't see down in the sump area but it I could feel the water coming from this area when the pump kicked on. It...
  18. lope4946

    "Up" trim switch on 210 BR not working

    The "up" trim switch on the throtle control is not working on my 2000 210 BR. I can lower the outdrive using the switch but when I hit the switch to raise it, nothing happens. Not even a "click". I can raise the outdrive using the "trailer switch" on the throttle control but not the switch on...
  19. lope4946

    280DA Speaker Replacement

    I have a 2002 280DA and want to change my four (4) original Clarion speakers in the cockpit. Can someone recommend a good replacemnt speaker at a reasonable price? If you know of a good place to buy them that would be great too.
  20. lope4946

    Looking for a hose for the wet bar spray nozzle

    I'm looking for a hose that connects to my spray nozzle at the wet bar on my 2002 280DA. Sea Ray tells me that they only sell the hose and spray nozzle together. The hose is the only thing leaking. The Sea Ray Part No. for the hose and nozzle is 1408269. Does anyone know where I can purchase...
Back
Top