part boats for 1980s 360 AC or 355T

[Charles Steward]

I am trying to find a location for parts boats for an early 1980s (1982-1986) 360 AC or 355T. There were only 69 of the 355T manufactured but I do not know how many of the AC's produced but believe it was many more of that model.

Any suggestions?

 

[techmitch]

It's not going to be a "one place has all" kind of thing. What exactly is it that you need maybe we can help?

 

[Charles Steward]

Sorry for a very slow reply.
Swim ladder, Spotlight are the first two obvious examples that come to mind.
propellers and shaft struts

 

[Brian360ac]

I too am looking for parts for a 1982 355 AC (hard top, radar arch & dash panels). (1982 - 1986) Did you have any luck and if so where?
Thank you
Brian

 

[Charles Steward]

Brian,
To be honest I have never had luck finding what I was hoping for - an old one on the hard to access to buy/strip parts. I guess reality is to no surprise many of these are just still in service. I know they only made 69 of the 355T I have. I don't know how many of the ACs that you have were made.

I am pretty certain if you find other same era models such as 1982-1986 Sundancers that have similar engine configurations parts may be similar. I also know from looking at other boats. I looked at a 1984 34 SeaRay Cruiser that many parts exterior and interior that are visually similar or identical.

The other challenge I find is that this vintage simply pre-dates most of what is available on line at 1990s on.

I need a dash panel, spot light, some gauges etc. Most of the things are small things that are hard to match. My understanding is the gauges are all a package and need to be same type etc.

Ours is a 355T with twin 454 Crusaders. I am currently finalizing a port rebuild and will have the props pulled to optimize the pitch and resolve an overheating issue.

We have put a lot of time and effort so far and have been happy with the boat - just want to get everything right so we can use her more and for longer trips.

Good luck - let me know if you find any good sources.

Regards,
Charles

 

[Brian360ac]

Thanks for the quick response if I find anything I’ll be sure to let you know

Brian