Should I buy this boat or not.

[Cptn Ron]

I'm considering purchasing an 02' Sundancer 340. What should I look for or be concerned about?

 

[rcknecht]

Get the maintenance records and see it the engines and the exhaust systems were replaced... My '01 had a long and short block and the new exhaust retrofit... I would do compression checks on the genny and engines... I would recommend getting a survey as well...

 

[capecodcruiser]

The economy must be coming back! Lot's of potential purchases lately, which is great! I would second the opinion of getting a survey. Unless you are mechanically well inclined to do it yourself. I would also do a search here for the exhaust modification/upgrade. Lot's of talk about that. Good luck and keep us posted.

 

[HUMPH]

Depends how much and what the condition is. What engines are in this boat? Some models had water intrusion problems. Post some more info and you will get plenty of help...

 

[VinceR]

Capt Ron,

We love our 340. Go get you one!

Vince

 

[Cptn Ron]

I will definately get a survey done. The boat has 8.1 S engines. I have not heard anythine about exhaust issues. What's that all about?

 

[chollyjohn]

Early Model 8.1L had exhaust leak problems with the stainless risers. 1991 thur 1993. Since then its a FINE running machine and one of Mercruisers BEST engines.

So good...I got TWO OF EM'.

Based on published figures in January 2002, the engine delivers more horsepower and torque than any gasoline engine in the heavy-duty pickup market.

After extensive analysis of competitors' engines, the 8.1L development team set a goal of 200,000 miles of useful life without major repairs--and then achieved it. The engine has been tested and validated to meet this 200,000-mile durability standard. Before it was ready for production, the 8.1L had to pass the ``Marine Dock'' test, in which it is run at full throttle for 300 consecutive hours, and a minimum of 1000 hours at full-throttle operation

THIS DATA FROM A GM PRODUCT REVIEW.

MIE (Inboard) Models​

Model 8.1S Horizon 8.1S HO​

Propshaft Horsepower 370​

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1 4201​

Propshaft Kilowatts 276 313
Number of Cylinders 8
Displacement 496 cid (8.1 l)
Bore/Stroke in. (mm) 4.25 / 4.38 (108 / 111)
Compression Ratio 9.1:1
Compression Pressure Minimum 100 psi (690 kPa)​

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Idle rpm (in Neutral Gear) 650​

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Max. rpm (at WOT) 4200-4600​

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2 4400-48002​

Oil Pressure (at 2000 rpm) 60 psi (414 kPa)
Oil Pressure (at Idle) 30 psi (207 kPa)
Electrical System 12 V Negative (–) Ground
Fuel Pressure (Running) 6 psi (41 kPa)
Alternator Rating - Hot Operating Amps 65 Amps
Alternator Rating - Cold Operating Amps 72 Amps
Min. Battery Requirements 650 cca / 825 mca / 150Ah
Firing Order 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Spark Plug Type Denso TJ14R-P15
Spark Plug Gap 0.060 in. (1.52 mm)
Thermostat 160​

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Power rated in accordance with NMMA (National Marine Manufacturer’s Association) rating procedures.​

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Measured using a accurate service tachometer with engine at normal operating temperature.​

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Minimum recorded compression in any one cylinder should not be less than 70 percent of the highest recorded​

cylinder.

This engine produces 501 ft-lbs of torque @ 4400 RPM; 370 HP for the MIE.

 

[Capt Bob F]

Got pictures?