Let's talk a trade for some swim platform help!:thumbsup:
I was able to do some engineering on the steps and they now fit perfectly...
1989 340 DA Refit... Take a look
Let's talk a trade for some swim platform help!:thumbsup:
I was able to do some engineering on the steps and they now fit perfectly...
susanandlance
Well-Known Member
Looks great Jason!!! I wish I had half the energy you have!!!:wow:
Thanks Lance but trust me it hasn't happend over nite...
I took pictures of my tv and new plug but I can't find them... I'll keep looking for them...
**BINGO** found the pics of my TV install...
Had to install new outlet for the fwd birth...
19" TV/DVD combo...
Made the mount my self...
We like to watch the tv in several different locations so all we have to do is tilt it back and walk it to where ever we want it...
We always lay it on the bunk if we are going any where and Jess has kicked it and it has always stayed put... Thanks for looking guys...
Had to install new outlet for the fwd birth...
19" TV/DVD combo...
Made the mount my self...
We like to watch the tv in several different locations so all we have to do is tilt it back and walk it to where ever we want it...
We always lay it on the bunk if we are going any where and Jess has kicked it and it has always stayed put... Thanks for looking guys...
Ka1oxd
New Member
- Nov 19, 2009
- 1,071
- Boat Info
- 1988 Sea Ray 340 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4l inboards
Cool! We just place it on the galley stove top. I really need to get a marine antenna, wire it to the radar arch and replace all the coax with new if I can figure out where the wired it. I have 2 antenna jacks and 1 switch box on the boat. So I do know the end points, but not sure if the switch box is for the cable interface / antenna that used to be on or between the 2 locations of the wall plate.
I also notice that on top of the cabinet your antenna wire is tucked down between the wall and the cabinet. You do not have a jack on the top for the coax? Mine does.
I also notice that on top of the cabinet your antenna wire is tucked down between the wall and the cabinet. You do not have a jack on the top for the coax? Mine does.
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390x
Member
I took my old swim ladder off of the old platform before I pitched it in the dumpster, and it's very similar to the cockpit ladder, so I think some cutting/hacking/welding will eventually yield a cockpit ladder for me. I'll let you know how that goes. Truthfully, it wouldn't be hard at all to make one from scratch.
Hi every one been hard at work and have some new boat bling!
More to come... just tired of uploading pictures with my phone...
More to come... just tired of uploading pictures with my phone...
Ka1oxd
New Member
- Nov 19, 2009
- 1,071
- Boat Info
- 1988 Sea Ray 340 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4l inboards
Looks good! Hope your new job is going well. I have been busy trying to get my wife's business off the ground. But I did spend 2 weekends on the boat so far.
BritLady
Active Member
- Jul 30, 2011
- 2,424
- Boat Info
- 2006 - 340 SeaRay Sundancer, Garmin 840XS GPS & Garmin 7401XS GPS
2019- Zodiac 300 RIB Dink 10'- 5"
- Engines
- Inboard 8.1 Horizon Mercruiser & 2015 6HP Tohatsu O/B.
Very POSH Jason
Thanks Britt,James :thumbsup:
OK Guys here are some goodies for you Finally,
old vents...
Look ugly right?
Now the new ones!
Much Better!!!
Even got some SS for the outside!
Really Happy with the season so far a few mishaps but all in all has been great. Hope everyone is enjoying it as much as I am...
OK Guys here are some goodies for you Finally,
old vents...
Look ugly right?
Now the new ones!
Much Better!!!
Even got some SS for the outside!
Really Happy with the season so far a few mishaps but all in all has been great. Hope everyone is enjoying it as much as I am...
plumbhappy
New Member
- Aug 15, 2010
- 136
- Boat Info
- 1989 340 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4L Mercruiser Blue Water 340 hp (2)
Quicksilver 6.5 gen
Jason, I love those vents! Where did you get those? They look awesome!
Rob
Rob
Hi Rob,
Which vents? The round ones or the rectangle outside ones?
The round ones...
http://www.searay-parts.com/Sea-Ray-original-equipment-parts-p/sr logo ss vent screen.75.htm
The side vents...
http://www.vikingbay.co/products---marine-accessories
Thanks for stopping by... ask if there is anything else you need!
Which vents? The round ones or the rectangle outside ones?
The round ones...
http://www.searay-parts.com/Sea-Ray-original-equipment-parts-p/sr logo ss vent screen.75.htm
The side vents...
http://www.vikingbay.co/products---marine-accessories
Thanks for stopping by... ask if there is anything else you need!
plumbhappy
New Member
- Aug 15, 2010
- 136
- Boat Info
- 1989 340 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4L Mercruiser Blue Water 340 hp (2)
Quicksilver 6.5 gen
Jason, I did have a few other questions. I'm in the process of buying a 1988 340 DA and was wondering if you could point me to an official thread for these boats? I read your thread and love the work you've done to Aftica. I read about the horn issue; is that a common problem in these boats? The one I'm buying has an aftermarket swim platform from Swim Platforms .com and it's awesome with the large swim platform.
We did the sea trial today and it ran out ok, but was really bow high. Have you noticed this? I'm sure the added weight of the swim platform doesn't help, but there's got to be more than that. These boats seem to sit low in the stern. I noticed some chatter about raising the bottom paint, but nothing on adding bow weight or more trim tabs.
Anything else you can tell me about these boats would be great. I have noticed that the galley is larger than bigger boats like the early 90s 350/370s and the bed in the master berth seems good size. Did you say it's a king size? I noticed you use "King Fish" chairs; how does that work for you?
It's a lot of questions, so thanks in advance,
Rob
We did the sea trial today and it ran out ok, but was really bow high. Have you noticed this? I'm sure the added weight of the swim platform doesn't help, but there's got to be more than that. These boats seem to sit low in the stern. I noticed some chatter about raising the bottom paint, but nothing on adding bow weight or more trim tabs.
Anything else you can tell me about these boats would be great. I have noticed that the galley is larger than bigger boats like the early 90s 350/370s and the bed in the master berth seems good size. Did you say it's a king size? I noticed you use "King Fish" chairs; how does that work for you?
It's a lot of questions, so thanks in advance,
Rob
Sure Rob,
The bow rise is common. What I do to correct this is to extend the trim tabs fully down before. I throttle up to hop on plane. Then when you reach your destination be sure to retract them.
We do have our own thread...
http://clubsearay.com/showthread.php/24518-The-big-old-80-s-340-owners-thread?highlight=pre+Clinton
And this is a good one...
http://clubsearay.com/showthread.ph...sr-sport-cruiser-thread?highlight=pre+Clinton
As for the bunk king size sheets don't fit the bed. It is an awesomely large bunk. I love the chairs on the back deck as well. Be sure to check the front port windows and the deck. Also the part where the arch attaches to. Be sure the arch is not toed out. If it is the wood is gone. Also check the side panels in the cockpit as they are prone to rot. Any thing else please ask... I LOVE THESE BOATS!
PS: I cruise at 26 to 28 RPM and about 18 to 20 knots with the tabs fully down. I have no visability issues!
The bow rise is common. What I do to correct this is to extend the trim tabs fully down before. I throttle up to hop on plane. Then when you reach your destination be sure to retract them.
We do have our own thread...
http://clubsearay.com/showthread.php/24518-The-big-old-80-s-340-owners-thread?highlight=pre+Clinton
And this is a good one...
http://clubsearay.com/showthread.ph...sr-sport-cruiser-thread?highlight=pre+Clinton
As for the bunk king size sheets don't fit the bed. It is an awesomely large bunk. I love the chairs on the back deck as well. Be sure to check the front port windows and the deck. Also the part where the arch attaches to. Be sure the arch is not toed out. If it is the wood is gone. Also check the side panels in the cockpit as they are prone to rot. Any thing else please ask... I LOVE THESE BOATS!
PS: I cruise at 26 to 28 RPM and about 18 to 20 knots with the tabs fully down. I have no visability issues!
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OK guys, how have you been?
Finally received my stereo and got it installed. I chose the Fusion Marine MS-Av700. I absolutely love the sound this unit produces.
Here's the 1989 no brand CD player...
Here's the fusion
Did you notice the ⅜ gap?
So got creative in auto cad and tried my hand at the Triumph laser at work... here's the ends result.
Nice SS bezel to make it look nice...
Now on to the amp and Subs! Stay tuned!
Finally received my stereo and got it installed. I chose the Fusion Marine MS-Av700. I absolutely love the sound this unit produces.
Here's the 1989 no brand CD player...
Here's the fusion
Did you notice the ⅜ gap?
So got creative in auto cad and tried my hand at the Triumph laser at work... here's the ends result.
Nice SS bezel to make it look nice...
Now on to the amp and Subs! Stay tuned!
Ka1oxd
New Member
- Nov 19, 2009
- 1,071
- Boat Info
- 1988 Sea Ray 340 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4l inboards
I love my 1988 340 DA. It does take some time to get used to the bow up, but as Jason said, full nose down on the trim tabs. I also notice that it is not so bow once you are in salt water. Even with the swim Platform inc extended platform, my boat sits about 3 inches higher in salt water versus fresh water.
Jason, how is your new job?
Jason, how is your new job?
rszarka
Member
- Mar 19, 2011
- 982
- Boat Info
- 1999 Sea Ray Sundancer 540
- Engines
- Twin Detroit Diesel 8v92TA
Jason: your work on Aftica is amazing! It's unreal what you have done and all of it looks soo sooo sooo good!!
Damn I wish I had your skills haha
She Is a beautiful boat and through all your hard work is also exceptional!
How do you know how to do all of this?
I have followed your thread along for the last few months watching all the great stuff you have done
You ROCK Jason wanna come to Australia and help me fix mine up lol
I am so getting the vents you got hahahha
Damn I wish I had your skills haha
She Is a beautiful boat and through all your hard work is also exceptional!
How do you know how to do all of this?
I have followed your thread along for the last few months watching all the great stuff you have done
You ROCK Jason wanna come to Australia and help me fix mine up lol
I am so getting the vents you got hahahha
James, I'm doing great and I wish I would have switched long ago. Did you get your teak varnished?
Rob, hey man good to hear from you. I can't really explain how I am able to do this stuff. I just think about it for awhile and how I could do it an Viola its done. I am a jack of all trades and a master of none. Thanks for the compliments on Aftica. I love my boat. I got my winter lay up papers today. I can't freaking believe it. 2 more months and its back to sleep with her. Ask away at any ideas you have Rob I'm sure we can come up with something. Take care my friend!
Rob, hey man good to hear from you. I can't really explain how I am able to do this stuff. I just think about it for awhile and how I could do it an Viola its done. I am a jack of all trades and a master of none. Thanks for the compliments on Aftica. I love my boat. I got my winter lay up papers today. I can't freaking believe it. 2 more months and its back to sleep with her. Ask away at any ideas you have Rob I'm sure we can come up with something. Take care my friend!
Ka1oxd
New Member
- Nov 19, 2009
- 1,071
- Boat Info
- 1988 Sea Ray 340 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4l inboards
Making a jump on jobs can be a scary thing, but it works more often than it does not. I am glad you like your new job.
Actually Jason I have been doing all the wood trim on the boat. The bow has 5 layers of the tung oil, 2 layers of the varnish. This weekend will be sanding it down a little to get the smooth surface then coat with the last 2 of varnish. The stern was done before it hit the water. That is just amazing. Even the dog with his claws have not hurt the finish. The helm and the cabin door only has a few coats of the tung oil on it. I am trying not to work on the boat as much right now to ensure that I spend some family time.
I also have found that the last job really messed me up since I don't know how to relax any more. I am trying to just chill. I have put some hours on the boat and about $700 in gas so far.
Actually Jason I have been doing all the wood trim on the boat. The bow has 5 layers of the tung oil, 2 layers of the varnish. This weekend will be sanding it down a little to get the smooth surface then coat with the last 2 of varnish. The stern was done before it hit the water. That is just amazing. Even the dog with his claws have not hurt the finish. The helm and the cabin door only has a few coats of the tung oil on it. I am trying not to work on the boat as much right now to ensure that I spend some family time.
I also have found that the last job really messed me up since I don't know how to relax any more. I am trying to just chill. I have put some hours on the boat and about $700 in gas so far.
rszarka
Member
- Mar 19, 2011
- 982
- Boat Info
- 1999 Sea Ray Sundancer 540
- Engines
- Twin Detroit Diesel 8v92TA
Jason:if anyone would know this it would be you!! I just got a really nice big circular teak wood table. It's weathered but in great condition. The wood has gone white etc. what is the best way for me to recondition this?? Use a wood cleaner? Sand it down first. I know teak is done differently than other woods you don't varnish and stain it right but oil it?? As you can see impretty clueless lol
Only two months left, you need to boat it up Jason just pack her with supplies head out and come in back two months lol you are dreading two months from now when you put your boat away for the winter and I can't wait for two months from now so it gets nice and warm here
Only two months left, you need to boat it up Jason just pack her with supplies head out and come in back two months lol you are dreading two months from now when you put your boat away for the winter and I can't wait for two months from now so it gets nice and warm here
