Official (new design) 290 Sundancer Thread
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Official 290 Sundancer Thread
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Is that entire plate aftermarket. Looks like somebody installed the windless to a plate and just screwed it down
In the v berth there is a mirror on the wall that doesn’t look like it’s meant to be removable, so I don’t think? How were you able to get that panel up? I’m seriously considering a multi tool at this point to get between that panel and the hull.
I found that pic on the internet and my boat looks exactly the same so i don’t think its aftermarket. I removed all the screws and it isn’t budging. I suspect they also applied some kind of adhesive. I’m considering a multi-tool to get under in between the panel and the hull.
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I have the same model and year. Don't think there's any way to get at the windlass from the vberth. There's a bulkhead behind the mirror.
It looks like the motor is secured by two screws so you should be able to get at it through the hatch. Since you're going through this trouble, why not install a new motor? The original is likely 18 years old.
Good luck!
It looks like the motor is secured by two screws so you should be able to get at it through the hatch. Since you're going through this trouble, why not install a new motor? The original is likely 18 years old.
Good luck!
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Hi, I'm upgrading the electronics on my 2006 290DA. Swapped in a Garmin VHF315 black box radio and a couple Garmin 943 plotters and connected all with a new NMEA2000 backbone. So far so good.
Now I'm adding a Fusion RA70nsx radio where the original radio is installed (and last owner replaced with a car stereo). I'm planning to connect it to the network but am having a tough time finding a run from the console to the panel in the salon. The old radio wires are zip tied in place and won't work as pulls.
I'd appreciate any ideas. Thanks!
Now I'm adding a Fusion RA70nsx radio where the original radio is installed (and last owner replaced with a car stereo). I'm planning to connect it to the network but am having a tough time finding a run from the console to the panel in the salon. The old radio wires are zip tied in place and won't work as pulls.
I'd appreciate any ideas. Thanks!
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They do sell them. I was hoping someone had an old one after they replaced theirs or didn't want it.
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Hi All,
My first post, so I hope I'm doing this correctly. I have a 2007 290 DA that I bought in 2023, that is in fairly decent shape, which I am working to get it back into better shape. One of the things that haven't found by searching CSR is regarding my end table which has a plastic covered table top which I think the previous owner let sunlight get on it and basically melted the table top (see picture). Now it is cracking and also peeling off from the wood below it I have looked at video ads for other 290's of the same age and they all seem to have the same plastic cover. Has anyone else dealt with this? And what did you do to correct.
TIA,
Mike
My first post, so I hope I'm doing this correctly. I have a 2007 290 DA that I bought in 2023, that is in fairly decent shape, which I am working to get it back into better shape. One of the things that haven't found by searching CSR is regarding my end table which has a plastic covered table top which I think the previous owner let sunlight get on it and basically melted the table top (see picture). Now it is cracking and also peeling off from the wood below it I have looked at video ads for other 290's of the same age and they all seem to have the same plastic cover. Has anyone else dealt with this? And what did you do to correct.
TIA,
Mike
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Welcome to CSR.
Can you get underneath this top and see if it can be removed?
I'd remove it and see if that top layer can be removed and refinished either by DIY wrap, paint or epoxy or take it to a cabinet maker to have re-finished professionally.
Just think if this top could be upgraded out of butcher block or even some type of lightweight solid surface top.
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Yes, there are two screws holding it down. Someone just sent me info on veneer wood sheets that can be glued down. I think that the option! Thanks!!
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Looks like it's been a minute since this thread was active. Well here's a bump to get it rolling. Splashing my new to me 07 290 in two weeks.
For the more experienced crowd, what are some non essential items you've found useful. We have all the essential items covered. Looking for more of the "I would have never thought of that" item recommendations , from you salty dogs.
For the more experienced crowd, what are some non essential items you've found useful. We have all the essential items covered. Looking for more of the "I would have never thought of that" item recommendations , from you salty dogs.
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Jim,
Im considering the Garmin 315 or Icom M510bb to replace my failed Northstar. Im curious as to where you monuted the speaker, and how the install went. From my research, it looks pretty plug and play. I have Garmin 743's
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Hi All,
My first post, so I hope I'm doing this correctly. I have a 2007 290 DA that I bought in 2023, that is in fairly decent shape, which I am working to get it back into better shape. One of the things that haven't found by searching CSR is regarding my end table which has a plastic covered table top which I think the previous owner let sunlight get on it and basically melted the table top (see picture). Now it is cracking and also peeling off from the wood below it I have looked at video ads for other 290's of the same age and they all seem to have the same plastic cover. Has anyone else dealt with this? And what did you do to correct.
TIA,
Mike
Sorry, I forgot to post my results regarding the end table. I wound up doing a bad job of removing the old top and there were a lot of rough spots which I tried to sand down which made it worse. In the end, I would up just having a local vinyl wrap guy cover it, as it was. Being a perfectionist, its not what I would like, but it was better than it was.
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GbFBCoach,
My Northstar was DOA. I installed an ICOM IC-M330 just above the Northstar input port. The speaker is loud enough so, no need for using the external Northstar speaker.
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I like that install. Thanks for the great idea.
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Looking for some info from other 06-08 owners. I’m considering snap in flooring. Corinthian marine has aquamat for 08 model year 290 DA. Can anyone confirm the flooring layout is the same for all 3 model years? I have an 07. The picture of the pattern looks like it should fit.
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I had the 2007 Parts manual and then download the 2008 Parts manual from the Sea Ray site. They look exactly the same. See below. Hope this helps.
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Solid! Thanks SeaRascal! Much appreciated. Gonna pull the trigger!
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@SeaRascal
Thanks for the inspiration. Went with a dash mount but may reposition to where yours is, if I decide to add another garmin. Super easy install.
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Thanks for the inspiration. Went with a dash mount but may reposition to where yours is, if I decide to add another garmin. Super easy install.
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Looks good. Here a picture of my set up. This a new dash panel from FPMarine.com and they did the cutouts for the Garmin and the SmartCraft. I'm saving the middle for a Fusion radio. I'm not messing around trying to install it where the Clarion head unit is.
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