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Hello, all, I would like to explore the possibilities of using a Simrad NXS along with the NMEA 2000 network. I really like what this system can do (depth finder, engine data, charting, etc.), but I don't fully understand how to put all of this together. What things need to be incorporated to...

Hello, all, I'm looking for a replacement for my windshield for my 2004 Sunesta 252. It's plexiglass, but has numerous microfractures that make it look very old. The part # is: 10824202. I talked to Cecil Marine and they don't have it. It was suggested to go to a custom shop. A Google search...

Hello, all, I will be winterizing my Merc Mag 350 (2004 Sunesta 252) soon, but may not be able to get it to the shop as soon as I would like. I'm in Grapevine,TX (near Dallas/FW). Although it usually doesn't freeze hard in November or most of December, it's not a chance I like to take...

Hello, all, Just started the season with a short run on the lake. I couldn't get the stereo working, due to no power to the unit. I suspect a fuse or breaker as the culprit, but I can't rule out a loose wire, due to having some major work, and summerizeing done recently during the off-season...

I've only taken my boats into fresh water/inland lakes and rivers. In the future, I plan on having my Sunesta 252/Bravo 3 in saltwater (Destin, FL), hopefully cruising inland waterways, etc. What sort of challenges are ahead for the engine/outdrive? Routine flushing after use? Re-configuring...

Hello, all, My Bravo 3 has a hydraulic ram that has finally gone from a very slow leak to complete failure, resulting in the outdrive just dropping down since I parked it yesterday evening. It knew it had a slow leak, and I brought it to the attention of my shop owner, but we thought it could...

Hello, all, My carpet, especially the backing, is showing its age. It sheds black particles, making the deck look like someone went crazy with a peppermill... I've seen types of replacement, even a rubberized version, that may be close to OEM. Does anyone have any ideas? If not, I'll go with...

2004 Sunesta 252 My instrument panel is virtually impossible to read at night. My brother's 2006 Sunesta 254 had the same problem. He sold it before he fixed it. Is this a Chaparral-specific problem? There is a rheostat in the center of the panel that changes the panel lighting from 'dimly...

2004 Sunesta 252. I was told by the local Chaparral dealer that many different types were used by Chaparral, so they could not give me a definite answer about the manufacturer of the sending unit. I have pics of the unit: -a very close look reveals a letter 'R' on the side of the unit. -the...

Hello, all, I have a loose cover on the port side deck, which I believe is called a 'PORT VENT', Part# 069A, if I'm reading the parts guide correctly. It looks like one of the fasteners broke. Is this something that can be repaired, or should it just be replaced entirely? Thanks in advance, Dan