270 Sundeck Thread - Questions & Answers

Looking to buy a new/lightly used (2015-2018) 270 SDX OB, I posted in the broker forum but wanted to see if you guys have some recomendations on how to get the best deal on one of these. I'm located in the Tampa Bay Area in FL.

Thanks in advance!
 
anybody know if i can get replacement gauge lenses for my 2004 270 sundeck?
Previous owner must have tried to clean with chemical
 
Adam1 said:
Thought it would be beneficial to start this thread for owners and/or operators of 270 Sundecks. I believe the 270 Sundeck was first introduced in 2003 with production continuing through year 2007. There were a few enhancements and refinements made to this model over the years. I would expect there to be strong following for this versatile yet sporty deck boat. If you have any questions that you would like answered, please post them here. We can all learn a thing or two from each other.
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Adam1 said:
Thought it would be beneficial to start this thread for owners and/or operators of 270 Sundecks. I believe the 270 Sundeck was first introduced in 2003 with production continuing through year 2007. There were a few enhancements and refinements made to this model over the years. I would expect there to be strong following for this versatile yet sporty deck boat. If you have any questions that you would like answered, please post them here. We can all learn a thing or two from each other.
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I have a 2006 270 Sundeck & this summer Ive been having an issue w the "FAULT/TRIM" sensor going off with a loud BEEP while driving the boat at a decent rate of speed, but never have had an actual issue w the trim.
 
Sean Peters said:
I have a 2006 270 Sundeck & this summer Ive been having an issue w the "FAULT/TRIM" sensor going off with a loud BEEP while driving the boat at a decent rate of speed, but never have had an actual issue w the trim.
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Sean, I have the same issue. My gauge that shows how much the drive is trimmed doesn't work. It always says the drive is trimmed all the way up. Also, the Smartcraft display, intermittently, goes back and forth between the trim reading and what ever I have it set to. Once in a while I get the beep and "FAULT/TRIM" on the display.
My mechanic says it's the trim sender. The outdrive has to be removed to replace it.
It doesn't affect the actual function of the trim, but it causes the displays to be out of wack. I still haven't had if fixed after two years.
 
Out of curiosity, can those with a 2003 - 2007 270 SUNDECK with the 6.2L or a 383 Stroker post their WOT top speed?
I can only get to 41 - 42MPH max under ideal conditions @ just over 5000RPMs.
 
With a painted bottom, that sounds about right.

Its a heavy boat

My 240 Sundeck with 300 HP tops out around 43 mph under ideal conditions with a clean (but painted) bottom early in the season.
 
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Pulling the drive can be done in less than 10 minutes. Replacing it is possible but a challenge in 20.
 
dave holzem said:
anybody know if i can get replacement gauge lenses for my 2004 270 sundeck?
Previous owner must have tried to clean with chemical
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Howdy! Proud new owner of a 2019 SDX 270. Where the hell are you guys applying vinyl lettering to this boat? I want to display her name, but the transom is so tiny! Would love to see what others have done.
 
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Order a decal with your preferred colors off of ebay. Lots of sellers making boat registration number stickers and names, and it looks so much nicer than individual letters stuck on with a crooked one mixed in.
 
HI Everyone, Just purchased a 2006 270 Sundeck. Got a good deal I think?

Engine is a 383 stroker. Boat runs great but definitely needs work cosmetically. Needs work on a few areas but hull and mechanically she seems good. Its my first boat and new to boating. I want to do as much of the work myself DIY if possible and save money where possible. Would like some tips and ticks and general Advice for the following areas:
  • Has mildew mold in both cubbys and mildew and mold stains on captains chairs. What products are you using? Head CLR and Mrmagic scrubbers seem to do the trick (Youtube) any actual experience?
  • Some gauges work some don't. Would like to get all those sorted out. Is it possible to take apart and fix? How much of a headache? or just Gaugesavers option?
  • Dash Cover around the gauges looks rough. Better to replace/refurbish/clean?
  • Didn't come with a Depth Gauge/Sonar/Fishfinder/Nav system. I live and Boat in Clearwater/St Pete/Tampa, FL Area. How essential is this?
  • Few Latches are broken. The nose Anchor/Front Ladder latch, Both for and aft Floor storage Latches. Best place to buy?
  • Bimini Frame is there and the canvas is but its rough. Canvas Tunnels, where the bimini pole thread through are all torn. What are my options here? Replacement canvas seems to be in the $500 - $900 range. Repair is probably the cheapest option, any idea of costs and where to get it sewn together properly? I guess buying a used it also a possibility? any ideas?
  • Bimini Frame is missing a bunch of pins. Its the Ball and Socket type Bimini top. Found Pins on Amazon. Any other better or cheaper options?
  • Fore and aft covers are there but rough. They missing the backloops on the bow by the tramson?
  • On the Upholstery is is better to let a professional detail the inside and deal with all the mold mildew? Roughly what are the costs? or put in the work and save a ton?
  • Boat hull is in great shape but needs sprucing up. Decals and paint are sunfaded. Would a buff and wax do the trick to bring it back to life? I don't have much of the equipment but is it worth it to do it myself over getting someone to professionally do it?
  • Has anyone come across decent used deals on Bimini, for and Aft covers?
Can get pics for all of the above and will post shortly.
Any help advice feedback would be very appreciated.

Best,

Dane
 
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I am looking for a 260 or a 270 sd hull one with blown motor or needs work so on any one on here have any thing for sale father son project over the next yesr or so please have title as i found some that did not which is pretty useless thank you in advance like it to be 2003 and up
 
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