It may need some cosmetic work, but with that new engine, I am very tempted. At least I should not have any issues tubing and going at good cruise speed when I like once the leak is fixed. But the possible electrical issue concerns me. If these gremlins exist and the previous guy got rid of this boat so cheap, then what is to say anything else works on the water once I buy it? So I am in limbo with which one to try an fix? Any and all advice is well appreciated. I have looked at over 20 boats physically since February.
The season started this weekend and these are the 2 boats that fit my needs, the kids and the price but the possible dangers remain. Thanks for any help with this process and review of these boats if you know any thing.
Sean Well-Known Member. Use an independent surveyor, not someone from the marina where the boat is. A late '80's boat may look clean or not but, I would want to be sure there was no rot in the transom or stringers especially if there was any kind of leak.
Further, I'd want to see these boats out of the water for an exterior hull inspection as well as in the water for testing. I wouldn't worry too much about an Alpha with a big block there's many boats with this configuration as that's how they used to sell them as this boat is big enough you will not be out wake jumping or hitting hard hole shots The Bravo 3 is a much better drive but, if the boat is missing what you want Also, this is a pretty big boat for a newbie, make sure you take some courses at your local Power Squadron and get some seat time in some smaller boats too.
Practice maneuvering and docking in small places with currents and wind before you head out in the big boat and a crowded marina. Last edited: Jun 7, Sean, thank you for your reply. I am so torn between these 2 Sea Ray boats.
I want the Sundancer for the new engine and Bravo drive and the extra berth but the leak in the transom and possible further electrical issues tell me they are selling this cheap because their mechanic knows many more issues will arise. I dont like the way you have to sit on a dancer while driving. If the seat was higher it would have been my choice. We have only had one overnight guest my 73 yr old mom and now the dog has past so the weekender will be quite roomy this spring.
Of course the sb with dual helms would be nice also. Mabey in a Oh yea lots more room in the engine room on a weekender. Jan 30, 7. All the models mentioned are great boats, just depends on how you want to use the boat. For us, the extra sleeping space was must so the WE was out of the running.
I like the simplicity of inboards but also like the greater speed and fuel efficiency of the outdrives on the DA. Jan 30, 8. Really comes down to personal preference. I will speak to the Series, as that is what I have. Hulls are identical between the two. Layouts down below are virtually identical, with the Sundancer having the aft cabin. This cabin in the Sundancer sits mid cockpit right below the helm, causing the driver seat to be elevated and losing "floor space" in the cockpit.
Personally, for me being single and no kids, I don't have a need for the second cabin the dinette folds into another birth, which works out great for a friend or two.
Spam Report. Sport Today. Board index boats. Both boats are models with the same engine and from what I can see looks like the same interior layout. Thanks Paul. Joined May 19, Messages Re: Whats the difference between a sea ray weekender vs. Joined Jun 16, Messages Not entirely for sure Howard Petty Officer 3rd Class.
Joined Jun 9, Messages I have always wondered this too. Thanks for the responses, folks. Joined Aug 3, Messages 1,
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