NEW OWNER! 1995 330DA Orientation?

[SkiPharmer]

I just took ownership of a 1995 330 Sundancer, everything has been done, mechanical inspection, survery, insurance and financing. Next Monday the Marine Max dealer is going to give me an orientation on how to work all the systems, how to drive/dock, use the windlass, etc. What questions should I ask him or have him show me? The boat has big blocks with V-Drives and a genny.

Thanks!

 

[bsampica]

I recently just took possession of a boat as well, and didn't get quite the white glove service that you're getting, so here are the things I had to track down on my own.

Know where all your through hull seacocks are, what they do, and how to open close them.
Know your fuel, water, and waste capacity, and where you're starting at on each when you assume possession.
Locate your battery switch, and understand "on that boat" what each selection means (1, 2, both, all..etc).
Know how to start your generator, and which fuel tank it runs from.
If your fuel tanks have a "crossover" switch, know where it is.

 

[Blown284]

You're gonna LOVE that boat! I have had my 1995 330 Sundancer since last Winter and LOVE IT! Ask all the questions that bsampica just mentioned

 

[JimG]

Congratulations and welcome to CSR!

 

[SkiPharmer]

Awesome list thanks...I don't even know what seacocks are! I am also looking to have a new cockpit cover for the boat that would cover the windshield, Great Lakes said they don't make them any more, any idea what it would cost to have a local canvas place to it? THANKS!

 

[bsampica]

Their site is a little intimidating, and scattered, but I've been told they are great at covers. (never used them personally)

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