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Does anybody have any suggestions for a marina? What are you paying at your current marina? I will be living in the Jax Beach area. If there's any other info that would help your suggestion just ask. I used to boat on a lake in S.C but have experience on Salt. I prob wouldn't look to go too...

Does anybody have any tricks for getting rid of a musky smelling cabin?

Which is the better setup? Obviously bigger is usually better, but what are the differences in performance? Thanks Tim

This is pretty funny. If I'm reading this right, they are applying a rebate to the final cost of the boat based on estimated fuel consumption over three years. I don't think they used Four Suns recent outing in the average fuel consumption column. http://www.searay.com/fuel_your_dreams.asp...

Both can be had for approx the same $. I love the styling of the 290 but I'm starting to think that for the money, I should get as big a boat possible b/c of the itis we all go through. I boat on a lake and go down for 2-3 days at a time (more if possible). I always overnight at the marina...

I test drove a 2007 290 DA that was a beautiful example of that boat (fully loaded). I found it difficult to use the trim tabs. I have them on my boat and barely have to use them. The 290 seemed to ride high in the water, and seemed to roll at the slightest weight change. It had the 5.0...

I know there are a few new owners of 290 Sundancers 06 to 08 years. I have been in the market for one for sometime and I would appreciate any and all information regarding this boat. Things like the best engine set up. Your impressions of the cabin for overnighting showering etc...

Anybody out there own a Sundancer with the Cinnabar (I think that's what the reddish color is called)colored hull? I've read some stories that make some of these colored hulls seem labor intensive in terms of waxing/polishing. But it seems some colors are worse than others. A boat I'm...

Even when I'm not running the water the pump clicks every other second like it is still pumping. I assumed this was bc of a leak but after inspecting the water lines I see no sign of a leak. The fittings are all plastic with the plastic tubes(pipes) just like on the Sea Rays. Any ideas?

A marine survey aside: What are some specific things you look for when you are looking at a used boat? Not options and things like that, I mean, things to determine the quality of that specific vessel. Can you determine how well the owner took care of the boat by a visual inspection. What are...

The Greenville Boat Show isn't much of a show so bear with me. The only Cruiser manufacturers they had were Chapparral and Sea Ray. The 40 Sundancer is sweet! It can be yours for $425,000....... After I picked up my Jaw I headed over to see Chapparral b/c I had never seen them in person...

Since I have never purchased a boat of this price I haven't had experience with financing this amount of money. I do not own a home but have good credit, earn a quality living and have few expenses except, boat, truck, rent. For my last boat I simply called my bank I have been with for twelve...

When I check my oil it seems like I am quite low according to the dip-stick. My oil pressure reading at the helm is right on if not a little high. I'm afraid to add additional oil to the engine to make it right according to the dip stick. Too much oil can damage the engine correct? I...

For those of us who like a few cocktails on board. (Responsibly of course) I found a good link for BUI laws State to State. This also has just about every law that pertains to boating. Click the link and go to page 48 then scroll through the charts to find the laws that apply to your state...

Thanks to the help of this forum I have found out that I will have to have my water pump replaced. I wanted to have a full service of the engine done on land anyway, what are some necessary things I should get done. I don't have a trailer so I will have to pay to get the boat pulled I just want...

What are the signs you have water in your gas tank? What do you do if you do?

I haven't owned my boat long and am not very familliar with it's engine so I have a strange question. I noticed the other day on my periodic trip down to the lake to start the engine. Water was dripping from the center fly wheel (if thats the right term) while the engine was running. It seemed...

Is it better to trade in the boat you currently have against a new one or is it better to sell it privately and have no trade in at purchase time. Say you still owe on your current boat. From what I understand it gives the dealer some ability to play with what he will give you on your trade...

I'm looking at a leftover end of year 06 290 da with 5.0bIII's. It has 0 hours and would come with the standard Sea Ray 5yr Hull and 2yr Engine warranty. It has every option I wanted when considering this boat. It's priced well but I'm a used boat guy b/c of the obvious depreciation you...

I didn't use a surveyor on my first purchase but after reading about some nightmares I will definately use one this time. Would you use a surveyor on a leftover 06' that is listed as new. And as far as a sea trial goes what do you do if the boat is in a showroom? Do you set it up so they...