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I have a 1999 270SE. The brochure says that it has a 100gal fuel tank. The parts manual shows it has the same part number for the gas tank as the 270DA. Whenever I top off the tank it seems it takes less than what I was expecting. I always thought the gage was off but I wonder if it's not...

I don't think the previous owners ever cleaned mine. This stuff is inexpensive and brought them back the best they will ever get. I was very happy with the results https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002UCYRZU/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_qaVfwbQED301Z

And Yes get a survey. Saved me $3000 in out drive service work that the seller discounted.

I have the 98 270SE. We do weekend trips w 2 adults and 2 kids and small dog. Can get a little tight with luggage, food, and everything else. Like Mike said the quality is great. I keep mine in a slip. I have added an extended swim platform. Expensive but worth every penny for anchoring and...

My best guess is the porthole frame in the bathroom is leaking and running down between the bathroom liner and hull then the water works itself loose on a bumpy ride. I'll Rebed the porthole and see if that helps. It looks like the side cleats and bow rail fittings have headliner material...

Nope. The sump is bone dry and that area where it sits under the garbage bin is dry. Thanks for the suggestion.

Plumbing for bathroom sink appears to be fine.

Took a 3 hr boat trip on our 98 270SE. Once docked found the cabinet carpet under the bathroom sink soaked and the toilet paper wet and starting to grow mold that was under there so it was wet for a while. After docking the galley floor showed signs of wetness an by morning was very wet What is...

Looks like this with 6 screws

I have one I took off my 1998 270SE when I installed an extended swim platform that I don't need. Let me know if interested 3 step

Here is what we use on the bow of our 98 270. http://m.overtons.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Swimline-SofSkin-Floating-Mattress&i=43534 Fits perfect and the admiral loves it.

Put one on my 270 this spring from them. Fit great. Looks great. Excellent quality. The family loves the extra room. Highly recommend them.

You can actually get one that is a perfect fit at Home Depot http://m.homedepot.com/p/--FG295573BLUE/100641428

Sounds like an easy decision. Thanks.

Looking for a swim platform for a 1998 270SE 8'-6" beam. I'm trying to avoid buying a new one from swim platforms.com. I know they are the best but searching for a used one or more economical brand.