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  1. hyperzap

    Any advice for high-wind docking in this situation?

    Hey everyone! I'm trying to get better at docking my 240 in high-wind situations like mid-afternoon. It usually takes a few tries because I end up drifting towards the boat on my right, needing to abort with reverse throttle before trying again. How would you line-up / approach this situation...
  2. WinkBuilt

    Splash Day finally!!

    Well after many weeks and multiple boat bucks… Splash day arrived! We went to one of the local lakes about 15 mins from us called Springfield Lake. I had two helpers with me on this journey and for their first time handling the lines, they did amazing. Park the trailer walk the...
  3. S

    Bilge Pump Question 2002 260 Sundancer

    Hi All, My 2002 260 Sundancer developed a loud humming under the stairs to the cabin. Upon further investigation it appears to be the bilge pump. If I hit the red button it stops... It seems to do this quite frequently. Is this normal, or am I correct to hit the red button and will I need some...
  4. packerkidd30

    Towing a 270 Sundancer

    I am going to be towing my '98 270DA from Madiosn,WI down to Dallas,TX this weekend and this is the first time I'm going to be towing it more than a mile. I'm having my marina make sure my trailer is ready and I know I need new transom straps, but the only ones I've seen are the BoatBuckle ones...
  5. SealovinBill

    Newbie trying to buy a 270DA

    HI ALL, So, I'm going Monday morning to look at a 1990 270 DA. Marina owner selling it to recoup fees from previous owner. Supposedly everything is in really good condition w the boat itself (hull, controls, electrical, upholstery etc..) He said it's a big block merc but the heads are off (they...
  6. M

    1978 240 Weekender

    Hello Everyone, I just found a 1978 240 Weekender for sale that appears to be in excellent condition. I'm new to power boating and have a few questions for you guys. First, the engine has just over 1,000 hours on it. If properly maintained (and I plan to have a mechanic friend check it out)...
  7. R

    Props/Shafts/Struts/Seals

    Hello, one more question from a new boater please. The 1997 330 Sundancer that I purchased came with 100% brand new Mr Minus Dymex 1.5" 17x17 bronze props (2), two 1.5"x 63-3/4 SS Shafts and also the struts, seals and couplers. I thought I would put the shiny new props on and sell the other...
  8. V

    1999 340 Sundancer

    Hello all Sea Ray people, great site. Looking at purchasing a Sundancer 340 1999, with twin 496 Mercruisers (450hrs) on shafts. Kohler 5kw generator (150 hours). Any tips or things I should look out for?
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