jaywoodz
Member
- Nov 12, 2012
- 522
- Boat Info
- 1999 Sea Ray 310 Sundancer
- Engines
- Twin 350 MAG MPI Horizon w/V-Drives
My 99 310DA had issues with the plastic track at the top and was broken off in several parts. The track rollers were damaged as well, missing the wheels completely and just sliding on the plastic. After doing a lot of research and realizing that Sea Ray doesn't carry this part anymore, I noticed on http://www.searay-parts.com they had a track replacement set located here: http://www.searay-parts.com/Door-Track-s/783.htm. I ordered the top 2 tracks, with track rollers to go with it. I didn't do the entire set, as that cost $350.00. I only spent about $150 doing it with just the top.
After receiving everything, I cut and install the top piece with no issues, other than having to drill holes. Once the holes were drilled, and everything was mounted, this thing is TIGHT.. and when I mean tight, it takes everything I have to shut the door, and smooth isn't even in its vocabulary. I have to pull the bottom door first under the top door, then one that's all the way shut (half way to the stopper), then I can finally push the top door shut. That's not easy at all! It's a serious issue with going in and out of the boat, and I've messed with it for about 5-6 hours over the past 2 weeks and the frustration level is THROUGH the roof. I have contacted http://www.searay-parts.com and they only suggested that I get the rest of the kit to support the bottom.
Now, the bottom. I didn't touch the bottom at all except for cleaning it out. But since it's slightly loose, it catches when the top is open. This is very hard to explain and maybe I can send a video to show you guys what I'm talking about, but it's a nightmare trying to close the door. I know the top frames are aluminum type, and don't bend or move easily since it's not plastic. Before with the broken plastic opened/closed MUCH easier than what I have installed now. Granted it doesn't fall off the track, but it's still a PITA.
My next step is to order the bottom tracks and go from there.. or hire the marina mechanic to look at it. Has anyone ordered these from sea ray parts or done any type of fabrication to get these to work .. SMOOTHLY? Thanks...
After receiving everything, I cut and install the top piece with no issues, other than having to drill holes. Once the holes were drilled, and everything was mounted, this thing is TIGHT.. and when I mean tight, it takes everything I have to shut the door, and smooth isn't even in its vocabulary. I have to pull the bottom door first under the top door, then one that's all the way shut (half way to the stopper), then I can finally push the top door shut. That's not easy at all! It's a serious issue with going in and out of the boat, and I've messed with it for about 5-6 hours over the past 2 weeks and the frustration level is THROUGH the roof. I have contacted http://www.searay-parts.com and they only suggested that I get the rest of the kit to support the bottom.
Now, the bottom. I didn't touch the bottom at all except for cleaning it out. But since it's slightly loose, it catches when the top is open. This is very hard to explain and maybe I can send a video to show you guys what I'm talking about, but it's a nightmare trying to close the door. I know the top frames are aluminum type, and don't bend or move easily since it's not plastic. Before with the broken plastic opened/closed MUCH easier than what I have installed now. Granted it doesn't fall off the track, but it's still a PITA.
My next step is to order the bottom tracks and go from there.. or hire the marina mechanic to look at it. Has anyone ordered these from sea ray parts or done any type of fabrication to get these to work .. SMOOTHLY? Thanks...