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My boat is a 2003 340 sundancer. Today I had an acid leak from one of my batteries and a small amount got in the bilge. I hosed it down pretty good. The aft bilge pump kicked on for several seconds then stopped. There was still quite a bit of water in there. The light on the dash button for...

My Brother in Law has a boat with some teak that needs refinished. The last time I did this was 20+ years ago. Was just wondering if there are any new products out there that can improve the longevity of the process? Are there any sealants that can be applied after the teak is oiled? If not...

I have a camper canvas on my 2003 340. The isinglass on the rear and side windows unzip partially and can be rolled down leaving a screened enclosure. I am about to replace the isnglass and screens on these panels. Has anyone had the windows installed so the isinglass rolls up ( instead of...

I have 2003 FWC 8.1 Merc V-Drives with low hours ( about 140 . ) When is right time to change the coolant ? It still appears very clean and has good Specific Gravity for freeze protection. Mechanic says not to worry about it. I thought every 2 to 3 years was the norm for this. Thanks...

I have one panel on my camper canvas where the isinglass appears to have mold on it. It seems to have started at the stitching and has moved toward the center of the panel. It is very dry, and is very difficult to see through. Has anyone else experienced this? Is there a fix? Thanks,

I have a Kohler 5KW generator on my 340. I only use it at cruise because it is so loud at rest. Has anyone added a soundshield to their generator? Can it be installed without removing the genny? Also, any idea of cost to do this? Thanks, Jeff

Hello everyone, I have what may seem like a stupid question, but would value your opinions greatly. I have gotten three seasons out of my bottom paint (Petit Hydrocoat). I think it has lasted this long due to the fact that I have only been able to put about 40 hrs on her during this time...

Twice this weekend the analog tach on the starboard engine went to 6000 rpm and stuck there when I started the engine and throttles were at idle. The smartcraft digital tach showed right on at 650 RPM I shut off the engines and restarted and it went back on track. My boat is a 2003 340...

Just had my impellers changed on my 8.1 v drives, and launched today. I noticed when I started my starboard motor, it took what seemed like an unusually long time for water to start flowing out the exhaust . I'm going to guess a minute, but it felt like five minutes. Eventually the water on...

I have a 2003 340 with 8.1's. The boat came with 4 group 27 lead acid batteries. It's time to replace them and I'm thinking of going with the Optima maintenance free batteries. First question: Would I be better off moving to group 31's, if so what are advantages? Second question: If I...

Just launched my boat for the year. My marina must not have done a very good job winterizing . I have a leak that is between the refrigerator and head of my 2003 340 , and the carpet in this area is wet. There is also a small pink stain in the carpet from the anti freeze. The marina is...

Hello, Just found this forum after several weeks of withdrawal from no SRO board. Thanks to those who organized and keep this forum running. Jeff BadaBingII 2003 340 Sundancer