FOR SALE: Two "Nibral" four blade propellers. 22 inch diameter; 25 inch pitch. Kept as spares for my 2000 Searay Sundancer 410. On April 07, 2013, "General Propeller Company" advised cost NEW, $2,336.00, EACH. Sale price: Asking $1,100.00 EACH. Call Jay Seidenman, 410-653-8823, or, cell...
The metal arm, which includes the rubber, is fine. The rubber needs replacing. Can just the rubber be replaced or is it all one unit? If so, how is it done? It doesn't look doable. Who has the rubber? The West Marine clerk says just replace the rubber but didn't know how. Advanced Auto Parts...
Texas Refinery Corp., makes, among other lubricants, "Pro Spec single vis." 30 weight oil. I think it complies with API CF 4 etc.
I have twin 3116 CATS, model year 2000.
Anyone ever try the above oil?
If so, your comments please.
Thanks
Court Ship
COURT SHIP: I thought some of you might be interested in the following reply to me from my fellow member of Dundalk Sail & Power Squadron (DSPS) located here in Baltimore, MD. I sent the general membership the CAT bulletin I posted here yesterday, and this is a reply by a DSPS member with the...
Ours is a 2000, 410 Sun Dancer with CAT 3116s.
Of course the engines are noisy.
But, is there a more effective sound suppressor than the original insulation that is under the hatch, other than not turning the engines on?
Thanks
"Court Ship"
Re: Diesel oil from "Texas Refinery Corp". A friend says it IS, WITHOUT DOUBT, the best. Burns cleaner, stays cleaner much longer and much more cost effective than any other diesel oil. Any one use it? Comments please. I don't know the specific weight etc.
My engines are CAT 3116s, and I have...
Is there an equivelent in qualifty to a CAT impeller with a significant $ difference? If so, brand please.
I have a 2000 SunDancer 410 with twin 3116TA engines. Been using CAT impellers with no problem. New impellers are put in at the starrt of every season and never a problem Just curious...
410 Dancer in water over Winter. Connected to shore power. Batteries left connected. Outside Temps usually in the 20-35 F range. Will a light bulb (turned on of course) in the bilge keep the air in the bilge dry/warm in any meaningful way? Certainly a 40 or 60 Watt bulb would not keep the engine...
When winterizing diesel engines, (Dec 1st thru April 1st), is it recommended to "fog" or not? Why? I don't know if it matters, but the engines are CAT 3116 TA.
COURT SHIP
Anyone have this system? Comments please. Does it really work? One long time boater I know says he has system on his engines and hasn't had to change his fuel filters in five years, but will do so this year. Says his fuel has been perfect. I'm about ready to have it installed on my 2000 410...
Does the CAT 3116TA have a "large" or "small" crankcase breather? If "large", then Turbocharger/aftercooler service needed is at 1000 hours. If "small", then 500 hours.
Thanks
Court Ship
Anyone have this. I'm thinking it works by programming in total fuel on board and then keeps track of amount of fuel being used, amount left to destination, and other functions. Thanks
Court Ship
Comments on the "Sea Wise" manual system please. We have a 2000 410 Dancer. Standard three foot swim platform. Rep says the system weighs mayber 75 pounds. :huh:
Thanks
Court Ship
Jay
I am now with Boat U.S. Renewal due in few months. Wanted quote for taking boat to Fla from Chesapeake Bay area this Nov for about six months. The add'l premium is OUTRAGEOUS!!!
If you're doing the same, what is your insurance experience? Whose your insurer? :wow:
Thanks
Jay
"Court...
2000 Dancer 410 with twin 3116 CATS. 380 hours each.
No trouble at all with either engine, but probably should do a valve job at this level, clean heat exchangers, etc. Anyone have experience with a competent diesel mechanic for CATs in the Baltimore, MD area that has done this work for you...
2000 410 dancer:
ISSUE ONE: Has anyone installed a flat screen in the ice container space behind the Captain's chair? Sea Ray in Florida has no plans. T. V.'s were :huh: not offered that year for that model. S.R. says you can do it if you feel comfortable about it. Has anyone done it? If so...