2005 330 Express upgrades

[twin yams]

Just did some upgrades this season and thought I would share.
Stereo upgrade- Fusion Apollo deck with (6) 6.5” JL audio speakers (2 in the hardtop, 2 in the cabin and 2 installed in the cockpit), (1)10” JL sub in seating area, highs powered by a JL 400 watt amp, sub powered by JL sub amp. Stereo sounds incredible in my opinion.
Hardtop rocket launcher, custom fabricated by Penweld (Sayville, NY). Had it dropped down and ”into” the cockpit a little bit so we can comfortably reach the rods when offshore (forgive the ripped flag in the pic, new one being installed tomorrow). Absolutely love it and had him tie in the center rigger backing plate into the fabrication (and changed the rigger angle to match the outriggers).
Changed the rocker switches on the dash, very nice cheap upgrade.
Also changed the rubber pole/ brush holders under the gunnel (cheapest upgrade this year, lol).

 

[everwhom]

Sweet! I did my rocker switches this season too on my '03. My recent upgrades included replacing my 20 year old generator with Mastervolt 2000W inverter system (love it), a front-facing lightbar and some some very wide angle spreader lights from BlackoakLED,

Love the rocket launcher - I might even be able to reach those!

Quick question: where did you get the replacement rubber bungee material for the under gunnel rod holder? A few of mine have broken...

 

[Automated14]

I have an '04 and I think I copied you. I did the nearly the exact same stuff. It's a sickness, I feel like I can't stop lol

 

[twin yams]

Sweet! I did my rocker switches this season too on my '03. My recent upgrades included replacing my 20 year old generator with Mastervolt 2000W inverter system (love it), a front-facing lightbar and some some very wide angle spreader lights from BlackoakLED,

Love the rocket launcher - I might even be able to reach those!

Quick question: where did you get the replacement rubber bungee material for the under gunnel rod holder? A few of mine have broken...

Thanks, I specifically had the launcher dropped down and into the cockpit a little bit so it could be reached while standing on the Icey Tek cooler without struggling too much. I didn’t have to replace the bungee’s, I only changed the actual round rubber discs that hold the brushes, gaffs, etc.
I would call a Grady dealer for the bungee’s, they can get just about anything. Sounds like you did some nice upgrades too.

 

[twin yams]

I have an '04 and I think I copied you. I did the nearly the exact same stuff. It's a sickness, I feel like I can't stop lol

It is a sickness….an expensive one, lmao !

 

[Stickbo]

Old thread but where did you get the rubber disks for the under gunnel storage?

 

[Sea Shift]

Old thread but where did you get the rubber disks for the under gunnel storage?

Ebay has them

GRADY WHITE OEM COLOR MATCHED ROD HOLDER GROMMETs | eBay

THIS IS A DIRECT FROM GRADY PART. GRADY WHITE PART # 11-437.

www.ebay.com

 

[HMBJack]

With all due respect and for the sake of safety,
Have you removed the 5 pop out inspection ports in the transom splash well yet?

Best upgrade anyone can do on a 330 is to remove these 5 and toss them in the garbage.
Then install 5 Beckson (or equivalent) screw in types.

The pop out types leak and if one came out on a rough day, you and your crew will be swimming.
This has happened on other boats.

Lastly, adding one or two High Water Alarms is also a very good idea. I have one aft and another in the center bilge.

 

[Fishtales]

yup. Those pop out inspection ports are an accident waiting to happen....

 

[Sardinia306Canyon]

The pop out types leak and if one came out on a rough day, you and your crew will be swimming.
This has happened on other boats.

Yes, you are correct.

However, as having that happen on my BW 23 Outrage back then i learned that the Rule High Water Alarm is a cheap investment to notify boaters when water level is still low.

Chris

 

[mg1826]

I'm also going to be replacing all 5 inspection ports with screw in plates. Just to confirm, are they 6" or 8"?
What's the best practice for installing the new ones as far as using a sealant in the screw holes and under the port? Is a sealant/epoxy/caulking needed?

I also want to replace the sea water strainers going to the Generator and Air Conditioning if anyone knows what size/model I need for a 2007 330. Thanks!

 

[HMBJack]

"What's the best practice for installing the new ones as far as using a sealant in the screw holes and under the port? Is a sealant/epoxy/caulking needed? "

>>> In my opinion, I would not use the old holes but rather twist the rim of the screw in port a few degrees and drill new holes. I used 3M's 4200 Quick Cure since silicon caulk will give up the Ghost after few years. I view those 5 inspection ports like under water fittings - which they sometimes are. If you want to go crazy, I suppose you can use small nuts and bolts but honestly, once the 4200 sets in place - the rims will be 100% waterproof. Lastly, I'm pretty sure they are 6" plates.

 

[mg1826]

"What's the best practice for installing the new ones as far as using a sealant in the screw holes and under the port? Is a sealant/epoxy/caulking needed? "

>>> In my opinion, I would not use the old holes but rather twist the rim of the screw in port a few degrees and drill new holes. I used 3M's 4200 Quick Cure since silicon caulk will give up the Ghost after few years. I view those 5 inspection ports like under water fittings - which they sometimes are. If you want to go crazy, I suppose you can use small nuts and bolts but honestly, once the 4200 sets in place - the rims will be 100% waterproof. Lastly, I'm pretty sure they are 6" plates.

Thanks for your quick reply and advice. I was able to find my owner's manual and confirmed that they are 6" plates.

 

[Fishtales]

Yes, you are correct.

However, as having that happen on my BW 23 Outrage back then i learned that the Rule High Water Alarm is a cheap investment to notify boaters when water level is still low.

Chris

I agree and have one. That being said, if one of those pop outs come out and float away and you're in rough seas, the alarm is good only to get your ditch stuff as that boat is turtling at best.

 

[Fishtales]

I'm also going to be replacing all 5 inspection ports with screw in plates. Just to confirm, are they 6" or 8"?
What's the best practice for installing the new ones as far as using a sealant in the screw holes and under the port? Is a sealant/epoxy/caulking needed?

I also want to replace the sea water strainers going to the Generator and Air Conditioning if anyone knows what size/model I need for a 2007 330. Thanks!

6" on most models.

 

[SkunkBoat]

Yes 6" is the size of the OPENING of the unit. If you measure across the whole thing it looks like 8". DO NOT ORDER 8"
Ask me how I know....

 

[trapper]

I have been using Armstrong hatch plates, something to consider. no screw holes etc. clamps on tight with no leakage. I have replaced the 6inch ones in the splash well with 10 inch. Absolutely water tight and makes it easy access to bilge pumps etc. Just my 2 bits.