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  1. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 .. My worst nightmare?

    So I'm on plane, glance at temp gauge rising, back off, settle into water, i shut the engine off (454 big block) and wait about half hour for temp gauge to get normal. Turn the key, snap the Bendix off. Call towboat. ($340) to pull me 1000 feet. Next day mechanic tells me it's hydrolocked. He...
  2. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 7.4 L overheated, sucked water into engine

    I was out on Monday in my 88268 and we heated up to 215. I immediately slowed down, then shut it down. Mechanic replaced the starter, motor turns over but won't start. He says the motor is full of water... Any thoughts?
  3. Jack W. Williamson

    Canvas Camper Top refurb?

    Has anyone ever used A-100 acrylic paint trip put a new finish on the canvas? I read somewhere on here that this was suggested and that it can actually work. Thanks. Jack
  4. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 step down pump

    Just wondering if anyone here knows how to locate and accessed the stepdown pump on my boat. Thanks! Jack
  5. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 trailer refurb

    Does anyone know how to correctly confirm the bunks on their trailer? I have a great heavy duty trailer that is not correct for this boat but works ok to store body and move in and out as needed. But I want to haul my boat 1000 miles and I want it to be correct on the trailer. Diagrams...
  6. Jack W. Williamson

    Liveaboard help needed please

    Does anyone know of a guide or resource to locate a Marina that allows liveaboard situations for this winter????? I want to haul my Searay down and try it! Any help appreciated!!! PS... Anywhere warm preferably South Carolina Jack
  7. Jack W. Williamson

    Liveaboard search !

    I'm needing some help finding an affordable liveaboard Marina where I could spend this winter. Is there anything out there in there $400 month or so.??? Boat is 26 long, 8'6" beam. I kind of prefer fresh water, maybe on a River or inland large lake. Thanks gang!
  8. Jack W. Williamson

    Waste Holding tank install in 1988 Sundancer 268

    I'm thinking about adding a holding tank for toilet waste. My 268 has a working macerator and it looks like the plumbing might already be in place for placing a tank on the starboard side in the engine cavity. Has anyone ever done this? Thanks for any suggestions. Jack
  9. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Searay 268 DA sink cover insert

    Has anyone ever found a good fitting insert to place over the sink to kind of form more working space ? The edges of the sink are rounded, I tried to make one with my router, not much luck... Thanks. Jack
  10. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Searay 268 DA "Push to Trailer".... Now stuck?

    I just had my boat out to get detailed during which time I raised the stern drive. Once back in the water, I tried to use the power trim to lower it and it just won't go. Now I'm in and not sure what to try. It almost acts like it's not getting power, no sound etc... Any suggestions? On the...
  11. Jack W. Williamson

    Gas mileage on sundancer 268 with 454 7.4L mercruiser

    I just took a 60+ mile trip and I think I got 1.68 mpg. I would say I was running on plane maybe 7 percent of the time. Does this sound about normal? I did use the trim tabs and power trim to maximize.... Slow speed was around 1400 room, fast speed about 3400 rpm.
  12. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Searay sundancer 268 vinyl side panels????

    These are both loose and I'm wondering what kind of fastener I need. I thought about using glue, but I would prefer to do it the original way. Anybody ever dealt with this situation?
  13. Jack W. Williamson

    OEM pinstriping for 88 268 DA. ? ?

    Would anybody have a source for the red pinstriping I'm needing? I want this beautiful classic to be showroom!!! I'm loving this boat!!
  14. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 toggle switch madness

    Does anyone know a part number for the 12v switch that runs the water system pump? I need a lighter one, green. Any help appreciated!
  15. Jack W. Williamson

    WANTED Used camper top full enclosure

    I know this is Long shot but I'm looking for a gently used, maroon camper top enclosure for a1988 Searay 268 Sundancer. I have the hardware, just need fabric. If you have any suggestions for a fabricator for me, please send along. The boat is in Brewerton, NY Thanks a million
  16. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 OEM source?

    There is a hose bib and water inlet on the starboard side next to the transom door and it is held in place by a plastic shroud that has 4 screws holding it in place, it's broken and I'm wondering where I might find that part.
  17. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Sundancer 268 work continues

    This is a beautiful boat! The water system switch on the dash doesn't light up, and the water system pump is not getting it required 12 volts. I'm kinda stumped cause I checked all the fuses I could find... I'm going to find out if there water heater works once I get power to the pump. Any ideas...
  18. Jack W. Williamson

    Sundancer 268 work continued.... Water heater?

    I'm wondering why my water system won't fire up on my 1988. The original water heater it's still there, I just can't get the switch light on the toggle to light up, checked fuses etc... What am I missing? I'm not sure the oem water heater works, but I'm thinking I still should be able to get...
  19. Jack W. Williamson

    1989 Searay 280 DA 4.3L 220 hp twins

    I'm asking about any pros and cons regarding adequate power, fuel consumption, dependability. I'm looking at this boat to purchase and am just checking. Thank you in advance!
  20. Jack W. Williamson

    1988 Searay 268 DA camper top enclosure

    I'm looking for a used camper top enclosure. I have the hardware, just need the canvas and isinglas. Thanks for any direction.
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