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I have been away for a very long time. I won't go into the specifics (2 lawsuits, house burned down, 2 dogs died, wife was run over on her motorcycle, etc. etc.). I am now trying to get my 480DB back in commission (with no help from the boatyard that broke more things than fixed). I have read...

Does anyone have a late model Sedan Bridge with the new adjustable loungers on the bow? My fiance saw one and wants it. If so, could you provide me the measurements and the year/model of your vessel? I want to know if I order it from SR will it fit in the well that accommodates my current...

I used to be fairly active on this board and boating for that matter. However, last year I disappeared off the face of this (and many other) forum(s). If I left anyone hanging, I am sorry. For those that PM'd me, I will get back to you soon. For those that care, is was a horrific work thing...

Are there any newer boats out there with an inverter as an option? I am going to add one this year and thought it would be easier to just replace my power panel with one that is prewired for an inverter option. Before I go an download every brochure and manual, I thought I would ask. Thanks...

Is anyone else annoyed with the noise of waves lapping against the v-berth? If so, has anybody solved the problem. Even the smallest waves seem to make a lot of noise. It is worse at the marina where the wind shifts around the boat. I have been trying to think of all kinds of methods...

There.... I said it and I feel better. I am sure that there will be numerous testimonies that contradict my claim, but I have been living the nightmare for 3 months now (in the marinas of course). That said, I think it is my particular configuration: 200' of chain Fortress FX-37 48' boat...

I have a 1998 10KW Westerbeke generator. I would like to make an effort to reduce the noise and vibration of the unit. It is "OK", but I would really like to reduce the noise of the exhaust as well as the vibration and noise in the cabin. In this I have a few questions: Vibration: It is...

I am hoping that other 480DB owners and other similar boats will help me out. I seem to have a significant pitch to the boat that is very noticable in the Salon. It is hard to cook sunny side up eggs since they all bunch up to one side of the pan. It does not seem to matter if I have the dink...

Does anyone have any exploded views of a rudder stuffing box? I have seen a couple of sketches on the internet, but not enough detail for me to figure out how it works. Also, can these be repacked in the water? Mine are leaking fairly bad and I have tightened them without a lot of success...

I am about to update my old Furuno system to have a Navnet v2 chartplotter display. My question is which charts are the best for this unit, Navionic or C-Map? I have looked at them, but cannot get a real life feal for the differences. Not only that but it is difficult to compare apples to...

Well here is the first of many planned Modifications. The goal: Update the surround sound system and find a way to put a larger TV in the salon. The Research: Newer models of the 480's have a 27" flat screen in a cabinet hanging from the ceiling. My 480 had a 20" tube TB in a cabinet near the...

This might be the wrong place to post this, and it may be old news to some, but I happened to be doing some interior work on my 480 and discovered a new (at least to me) way to clean all the cabinets inside. All the cabinets have that glossy veneer and I have used several products in the past to...

I have been looking at getting more information from my 1998 CAT 3196 engines without breaking the bank, or doing too much intrusive work. I have seen the Murphy's Helmview, as well as the powerview instruments. The Helmview is around 2k and supposedly plugs into the normal bus to read the...

In preparing for a long cruise, I am looking for a way to not carry an additional cooler on board. My thoughts are to convert the livewell into a cooler. It already has a drain, so I am just looking for some ideas on how to insulate the compartment, so the ice lasts longer, and there is not...

I realize that there is a lot of pump information on another thread, but it seemed a little off topic so I figured I would start another. I just replaced my dual 3.3GPM FW pumps with 2 brand new, out of the box, hi-tech, microchip controlled, variable speed 4.5GPM pumps. Now I get better...

I just replaced my plow type anchor that came with my 480DB with a Fortress FX-55 anchor. Has anyone else done this? And is there an easy way to modify my pulpit to fit the new anchor? maybe new style rollers or something. Or do I just need to change out the entire thing? Thanks for your...

OK, Here is the story. The summer is over and we spent it Rv'ing and biking (chopper) in Sturgis and elswhere, so now is the time to plan our winter trip. We spent 8 weeks in the Bahamas earlier this year and want to spend 12 weeks away this year. There are a few differences: 1. Experience...

OK, at least for me. I have been having problems with my port motor overheating at cruising speed. It idles fine, and if I go at 1000RPM everythinf is normal. Coming from gas engines, things seem to be quite different. When an impeller is bad, the engine overheats at every RPM. I am amazed at...

I am old enough to remember the brick and mortor stores before that term was popular, so I am wondering if my situation is normal. When I order parts from my poorly stocked local dealer, it is always a "special order" and I end up payinig shipping plus the MSRP price of the part. In the old...

I am about to start spec'ing out an inverter system for my new-to-me 480DB. I am here soliciting help as to how much power I need, where to install it, how to put into the A/C system and any possible brand recommendations for the equipment and/or batteries. I want to be able to run: -...