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    Generator shuts off on plane

    Hey gang, recently my generator is shutting down underway. Most of the time it happens when I get on plane, but has cut off before reaching plane. This wasn't the case until about a year ago. Had I been lucky before or is this a thing. The technical: 1999 400ss, 6.5 Kohler. I don't run...
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    Cabin lighting "fiber optic" mood light

    Has anyone changed the color of the cabin "fiber optic" mood lighting around around the top of the cabin? The "fiber optic" or actual plastic tubes are in the front of the bow area and are lit by a light box. There is an orange filamentlense glued in place between the bulb and the receptical...
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    Gauge dials

    Hey gang, I have a weird problem. On my 1999 400ss, the gauge dials are delaminating or shedding the first layer on the paper dials. I've searched for replacement paper dials with no luck. Does anyone know a trick that doesn't require replacing the vdo gauges?
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    Tankless hot water heater

    We are considering a new hot water heater for our 99 400ss and think a tankless unit would be the smartest choice. We don't often need hot water and don't see the point in storing the water and keeping it heated in the mean time. Has anyone tried this or researched if it is a good plausible...
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    400$$ table to layout pad pedistal storage

    The least convenient thing about converting from table to layout pad and back was walking to the locker to retrieve the posts. I devised a system where both sets of posts store under the table tops secured by Velcro straps. We are pleased with the result and the room that it freed up in our...
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    A/C help, but I think its the pump

    Hey gang... first time posting a "Iquestion. Recently my AC stopped cooling on my 1999 Formula 400ss. On fathers day we had the family out for the day. The Grand daughter went down for a nap while out, so I ran the generator and A/C for about 2 hours to keep it cool for her. It ran perfectly...
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    Transporitng a 400SS

    We finally have a 400ss under contract, and pending tomorrow's survey, should be ready to haul it from Chicago to Chattanooga, TN in about 2 weeks. I am seeking advice from other 400 owners as to if they have had their 400 SS transported on a flat-bed, or a boat trailer. I did get tricked into...
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    WTB 1998-2002 Formula 400 SS

    After much research and traveling, we believe we have found our next boating venture. We have fallen in love with the 400 SS and are searching for a solid one. We are capable of a lot of the repairs that come along with boating. Prefer a fresh water boat, but will consider a well-maintained...
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