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Hello out there
Looking at a new owner of a 2003 348 Four Winns and was curious if anyone has a recommendation for what to replace for both the stereo and the VHF.
The factory equipment I want to replace and would like some recommendations

Thanks for you thoughts

Richard (Annapolis, Maryland)

Welcome, and conrgrats!

Many of us are very happy with upgrading to the Polk Audio db651 speakers to replace the existing cabin and cockpit speakers. I am a big fan of JL Audio subs and I have many friends that are happy with the latest Kenwood head units. As for your VHF...I have ZERO experience or input.

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Current Boat:
2004 Sea Ray 320 Sundancer "Nauti Luvin'"

Previous Boats:
1999 298 Vista "Seas The Day"
2008 H200SS "Nauti Luv"
2006 Tahoe Q4

Thanks for the reply and thanks

Looking forward to using this Spring and Summer.

I see you listed Speakers and was wondering if you replace the stereo as well? If so what did you replace the stereo with?

Thanks
Richard

Our 318 has the Raymarine VHF because it goes along well with the other electronics.

Most any of the newer VHF units will have what you want on them -- DSC being a biggest feature.

I would consider staying with your choice of other electronics (Garmin or RayMarine). If you go out of band, then I'd stick with a Icom or Standard Horizon - both produce nice units.

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2008 318 Vista -SOLD, but I am still around!
All Night Long, Seattle WA

We just got the 298 Vista. I will be replacing the speakers with Polk db651 and will be replacing the head unit with a new Kenwood MKR-700U

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Current Boat:
2004 Sea Ray 320 Sundancer "Nauti Luvin'"

Previous Boats:
1999 298 Vista "Seas The Day"
2008 H200SS "Nauti Luv"
2006 Tahoe Q4

My recommendation is:
Garmin VHF 200 or VHF 200i which currently has a $55 rebate.
The Garmin VHF 200i provides full Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) capability via NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 connectivity.
Also, just released this week at the London Boat Show, The GHS20/20i wireless handset for the VHF 200i radio.


I would also recommend the Kenwood MKR-700U, and Infinity 612M speakers instead of the Polk's. Having installed the 612M's last summer, and comparing them to the Polk's in a friends' boat, I feel the Infinity's had an overall better sound, and handle a touch more power.

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One of 4 Previous (Sold) Boats:
2000 Four Winns 268 Vista

Current Boat: 2004 Chaparral 235 ssi cuddy

You have to remember Cap'n...I put 8 of those Polk's in my H200...I am a fan.

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Current Boat:
2004 Sea Ray 320 Sundancer "Nauti Luvin'"

Previous Boats:
1999 298 Vista "Seas The Day"
2008 H200SS "Nauti Luv"
2006 Tahoe Q4

Hi

Personal, I like Sony, but thats me!!!

On the VHF, as some one else mentioned DSC would be the way to go. BoatUS has a good explanation of it and you can register there too. Also, go with a NMEA 2000 unit. A lot SIMPLER to hook up.

Paul

I didn't mean to sound like I did not like the polk's, I do. They are darn good speakers for the money, I just wanted to offer an alternative that I personally have used, and like also. You can't go wrong either way.

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One of 4 Previous (Sold) Boats:
2000 Four Winns 268 Vista

Current Boat: 2004 Chaparral 235 ssi cuddy

Agreed. Your opinion is as valid as mine since we can both say we have tested "our" products and are satisfied with them.

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Current Boat:
2004 Sea Ray 320 Sundancer "Nauti Luvin'"

Previous Boats:
1999 298 Vista "Seas The Day"
2008 H200SS "Nauti Luv"
2006 Tahoe Q4

So does anyone know what the replacment VHF raymarine device is for the 215 Model that comes with the 2003 348 Vista?

Thanks for the replies

Richard

Try this link.

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One of 4 Previous (Sold) Boats:
2000 Four Winns 268 Vista

Current Boat: 2004 Chaparral 235 ssi cuddy

Don't see a link

Hi Richard

I just bought a "new" 2007 258v, dealer left over. Basicly, the radio is band new!!!! I will sell it for $50.00 plus shipping from Boston.

I am pulling that out, plus the Raymarine GPS with the antenna. I have better units from my last boat.

Paul

would that be just a Plug and play replacment with the current Raymarine I have? Which is the VHF RAY215