Official 2003.5-2008 340 Sundancer Thread

[Korkie]

There are no pre fabricated camper enclosures on the market for our boats, at least none I can find. We are having one put on as we speak by Quantum Sails and Canvas in Solomons MD. We are having all the glass replaced up front as well with polycarb windshield and isinglass sides. Camper canvas has to sets of side panels, one with isinglass and one that is screen. Cost is $9000.00 for the entire package. I had priced just the camper portion out about 3 years ago with a different vendor that closed after covid hit and their price was $5600.

 

[VR1200GSA]

There are no pre fabricated camper enclosures on the market for our boats, at least none I can find. We are having one put on as we speak by Quantum Sails and Canvas in Solomons MD. We are having all the glass replaced up front as well with polycarb windshield and isinglass sides. Camper canvas has to sets of side panels, one with isinglass and one that is screen. Cost is $9000.00 for the entire package. I had priced just the camper portion out about 3 years ago with a different vendor that closed after covid hit and their price was $5600.

Thank you very much for the info! Appreciate it!

 

[Fly4Kix]

Need to swap the depth/temp transducer on our 2008. For anyone who has done this, how did you reach it? I tried to contort myself down and between the engines today. I can sort of reach it, but can't see it and reach it at the same time. I had debated pulling and replacing in the water but not if I can't see what I'm doing the whole time. Hoping someone else who has tackled this has a better idea.

 

[onthejob]

Has anyone added a fifth battery, a dedicated house deep cycle battery? I'd love to have separate battery with a 2000 watt true sine wave inverter when I'm on a hook for several days and don't want to fire the genny up early in the morning for coffee or late at night for 120v items. Something that I can hook into the battery tender/charger, which has room for a third bank of batteries. I was thinking of putting the battery under the cockpit sink and the inverter either in the aft port cabinet or where the built in vac cabinet is under the steps. Then just plug in the coffee maker to the inverter. I'm not even trying to integrate the inverter 120v side into the panel or other circuits or outlets. I have the inverter hooked into the port battery bank and if that side gets too low, I just parallel start or use the battery tender to bring it back up. I just think that will put more strain on port batteries. I'd rather have the inverter on it's own separate deep cycle battery meant to be drained and charged.

 

[SaltonmyMind]

Well….looks like I’m officially joining The Club! Closing on a 2003.5 340 tomorrow. We got the boat at a great price and the PO took good care of it so the fam is definitely excited to start our new adventure! Just wanted to pop in and say thanks to all you guys for being so helpful with information sharing and answering my questions. I’ve read this thread backwards and forwards and I feel like its given me a head start on learning how to operate and maintain it…I’ve already started polishing up on my cussing in preparation to change the impellers and plugs

So a first couple of questions as a new owner. In the survey the CO monitors in the cabin were not working and there we no smoke detectors observed on the boat. I was thinking of buying a couple battery operated CO ones for the cabin and a smoke detector but thought I’d see what ya’ll would recommend? Also what spare parts do you guys cary on board?

 

[KevinC]

Has anyone added a fifth battery, a dedicated house deep cycle battery? I'd love to have separate battery with a 2000 watt true sine wave inverter when I'm on a hook for several days and don't want to fire the genny up early in the morning for coffee or late at night for 120v items. Something that I can hook into the battery tender/charger, which has room for a third bank of batteries. I was thinking of putting the battery under the cockpit sink and the inverter either in the aft port cabinet or where the built in vac cabinet is under the steps. Then just plug in the coffee maker to the inverter. I'm not even trying to integrate the inverter 120v side into the panel or other circuits or outlets. I have the inverter hooked into the port battery bank and if that side gets too low, I just parallel start or use the battery tender to bring it back up. I just think that will put more strain on port batteries. I'd rather have the inverter on it's own separate deep cycle battery meant to be drained and charged.

On my 340SDA I have a fifth battery (AGM Group 27) in the forward sole storage that is dedicated my bow thruster. You could certainly fit one or a couple in there. There is also a lot of space in the cabin that you could hide an inverter. Some ideas are in the dead space under the v-berth or under the seat by the hanging locker or even in the back of the cabinet under the galley sink. This would also be helpful for running a separate outlet to the galley area for the item you want to power.

-Kevin

 

[KevinC]

Well….looks like I’m officially joining The Club! Closing on a 2003.5 340 tomorrow. We got the boat at a great price and the PO took good care of it so the fam is definitely excited to start our new adventure! Just wanted to pop in and say thanks to all you guys for being so helpful with information sharing and answering my questions. I’ve read this thread backwards and forwards and I feel like its given me a head start on learning how to operate and maintain it…I’ve already started polishing up on my cussing in preparation to change the impellers and plugs

So a first couple of questions as a new owner. In the survey the CO monitors in the cabin were not working and there we no smoke detectors observed on the boat. I was thinking of buying a couple battery operated CO ones for the cabin and a smoke detector but thought I’d see what ya’ll would recommend? Also what spare parts do you guys cary on board?

I carry two portable home CO detectors plus the main mounted on the wall (which is being replaced this year because of age). The permanent mounted marine are a little better than your typical home unit (and a bit more expensive). The CO detector is simply powered from DC and a relatively easy swap depending on your trim plate. The two portable detectors are kept at the front and back in the mid cabin. Since I like to use a generator I like having the redundancy and better spot coverage.

If you replace the permanent mounted unit make sure you get a fresh unit and not one sitting around for years in a warehouse.

-Kevin

 

[SaltonmyMind]

I carry two portable home CO detectors plus the main mounted on the wall (which is being replaced this year because of age). The permanent mounted marine are a little better than your typical home unit (and a bit more expensive). The CO detector is simply powered from DC and a relatively easy swap depending on your trim plate. The two portable detectors are kept at the front and back in the mid cabin. Since I like to use a generator I like having the redundancy and better spot coverage.

If you replace the permanent mounted unit make sure you get a fresh unit and not one sitting around for years in a warehouse.

-Kevin

Thanks Kevin. Are you replacing the wired one with an OEM version or just trying to match something as close to the trim plate as you can?

 

[KevinC]

Also what spare parts do you guys cary on board?

Spare parts are a tough one. Some people carry a lot more than others. It all depends on what you are capable of replacing on your own when your out. I think some common items would be belts, IACs, impellers, fuses, lights, etc. Don't forget you're going to need to have the tools for whatever you plan on working on.

Personally the most import thing I carry related to this is my BoatUS card with unlimited towing.

 

[KevinC]

Thanks Kevin. Are you replacing the wired one with with and OEM version or just trying to match something as close to the trim plate as you can?

The one that came with the boat (Fireboy-Xintex) has been been discontinued and replaced a couple of times now with newer model that are a different size. Once I get the new one this spring I will work on figuring out the trim plate.

-Kevin

 

[onthejob]

On my 340SDA I have a fifth battery (AGM Group 27) in the forward sole storage that is dedicated my bow thruster. You could certainly fit one or a couple in there. There is also a lot of space in the cabin that you could hide an inverter. Some ideas are in the dead space under the v-berth or under the seat by the hanging locker or even in the back of the cabinet under the galley sink. This would also be helpful for running a separate outlet to the galley area for the item you want to power.

-Kevin

Are all your batteries AGM? I wanted to keep the wires as short as possible from the PD-2040 battery charger/inverter behind the aft port cabinet to the new battery and then to the 2000 watt inverter. I don't want to put a lead acid battery in the enclosed cabin and the rest of my batteries are LA.

 

[KevinC]

Are all your batteries AGM? I wanted to keep the wires as short as possible from the PD-2040 battery charger/inverter behind the aft port cabinet to the new battery and then to the 2000 watt inverter. I don't want to put a lead acid battery in the enclosed cabin and the rest of my batteries are LA.

Yes, I put in all new AGM batteries last year. I put in 4 Group 31 AGM. The starboard side is an easy swap - the port requires some help because of where they are and your access to the. Keep in mind the 31 AGMs were quite heavy. IIRC they were something like 70lbs each.

If you plan on replacing them and happen to have a Sam's Club nearby they probably have the best prices around. They are Durcell branded and are DEKA batteries. They are tough to get a hold of in stock because in the spring they sell as fast as they come in. In fact last year I got 4 near me and had my wife pickup the Group27 when visiting family in PA.

-Kevin

 

[onthejob]

Also what spare parts do you guys cary on board?

A set of plugs for the engine and genny, serpentine belt, engine starter slave solenoid, Idle Air Valve, JB Water Weld, Lots of Sea Foam fuel additive, assorted hose clamps, dielectric grease/spray, a set of filters for everything (oil, water separator, fuel), spare: steering fluid, engine oil, genny oil, tranny oil, coolant, a mini sink plunger, a printed listed of all the locations of fuses, breakers, EIM, spare fuses and nav light bulbs, 2-part epoxy.

Run the generator whether you need to or not. It's like an outboard motor, the more you run it, the better it runs. It hates to sit and it seems to develops issues it does. I start mine once/twice a week at the dock for 20-30 minutes then with a load on it like the cooktop. I've got over 400 hours on mine and it runs better now than when I bought the boat 10 years ago.

It's a solid boat with a timeless design you can't find anymore.

 

[onthejob]

Yes, I put in all new AGM batteries last year. I put in 4 Group 31 AGM. The starboard side is an easy swap - the port requires some help because of where they are and your access to the. Keep in mind the 31 AGMs were quite heavy. IIRC they were something like 70lbs each.

That had to put a dent in the wallet. I hope you get many years from them! The battery locations are the worst!

 

[Korkie]

We have 5 Group 31 AGMs. Added the fifth to the stbd side. Also have an inverter that is located under the electrical panel behind the drawer. It is wired in to power the accessory breaker on the panel. Therefore i have power @ all of the 120v outlets other than the fridge and microwave. Quite convenient. Additionally it powers up by the forward accy button on the port switch pad. Has a relay that isolates it from the system automatically if either the shore power is plugged in or the genny is powered up. Although it is only a 1250w, it serves the purpose.

 

[onthejob]

Axiom 7: Has anyone fit an Axiom 7 MFD in the center where the old Mercury SmartCraft is? My boat is in storage so I can't take measurements. I don't think it will fit flush but wondered if anyone tried.

 

[KevinC]

Axiom 7: Has anyone fit an Axiom 7 MFD in the center where the old Mercury SmartCraft is? My boat is in storage so I can't take measurements. I don't think it will fit flush but wondered if anyone tried.

Like this ?? Yes it will.



We manufacture and sell these panels (as well as the Axiom Units). We have a complete package in black available too. We can also provide OEM panel from Tecnografic as we are dealers for them too.

-Kevin

 

[KevinC]

One more note about this... depending on where the SmartCraft junction box was installed you may need to relocate it to get rear clearance. We did not have to move it but just mentioning it as it was close.

-Kevin

 

[onthejob]

Like this ?? Yes it will.

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We manufacture and sell these panels (as well as the Axiom Units). We have a complete package in black available too. We can also provide OEM panel from Tecnografic as we are dealers for them too.

-Kevin

Did you need a separate gateway to get engine data from the SmartCraft or the Axiom 7 should be able to read that on it's own? I also have an a9 where the old chartplotter was.

 

[KevinC]

Did you need a separate gateway to get engine data from the SmartCraft or the Axiom 7 should be able to read that on it's own? I also have an a9 where the old chartplotter was.

I have not yet connected to engine data. You will need a gateway. Two options are available the traditional smartcraft to nema2000 and the new smartcraft connect option which gives more info like the vesselview.

-Kevin