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07 Azimut 43S

Discussion in 'Azimut Yacht' started by the river rat, Jan 15, 2018.

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  1. the river rat, Jan 15, 2018
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    In spite of reviewing a number of questionable comments regarding this vessel, after a survey and one hour sea trial I purchased it to replace our 390 Dancer. Immaculate, freshwater only and with 400 hours the design was exactly what we were looking for.

    I noted Surfside 3 recommended for parts in the future, if needed. Any other recommendations for contacts or forums that offer suggestions in a more positive light?
  2. highroller, May 15, 2018
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    Are you happy with your purchase so far? We are looking at buying one also.
  3. Liam, May 17, 2018
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    I really like the looks of the 43S.

    I took care of a 43S for some years and the real major problem I had with it was the IPS and its clutches going nuts after the sixth season. Not a cheap fix at 2k a pop.
    There is clutch upgrade now since some years and they should at least serve 8/10 years versus the 4/5 years of the older version.
  4. Patsan19, Sep 2, 2021
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    hi, do you know anyone with any Azimut used parts? looking to buy a flooded one and want to make sure it won't cost me more than a good used one. lol
  5. Pascal, Sep 2, 2021
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    Define flooded... how high did the water go? Salt or fresh? If there was significant amount of water inside, it s almost never worth it
  6. 1ricardo, Jun 29, 2022
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    Hello, do you still have this 43s? I recently bought one and I have a lot of questions and I wonder if you could help me out
    thanks
  7. Domruel, Aug 8, 2022
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    Hi, I currently own a 43S. Very happy with the vessel. i would be glad to answer some question. Got VOLVO IPS 500 in it. On my end - i got only question. How do you lock in place the portside patio door ?
  8. Capt Ralph, Aug 9, 2022
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    I was hoping some Mut owners would chime in but, not yet.
    While were waiting, can you send some pictures of the door, latches and description of what is/is-not happening when you try to secure the door.
    Is there a stb side door with similar hardware? Con you comment on how that door is working?

    If another owner does not come onto this thread, maybe we can figure out the hardware and figure out your issue.

    Also, MarineMax used to support these boats. Any communications with them yet?

    As many of us have learned the hard way, factory manuals (with details) are non existing.
    But, just in case, do you have any data on these doors or hardware involved?
  9. Domruel, Aug 9, 2022
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    Hi
    So the portside patio door is always sliding. I bought the boat like this.
    i have to lock it into place with foreigh object everything i use the boat

    I beleive someparts are missing

    wish someone can post there patio door so i can see the difference

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  10. Domruel, Aug 9, 2022
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    Here s a close up

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  11. Capt Ralph, Aug 9, 2022
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    How does the stb door stay in place?
    Have you tried to contact Marine Max yet?
  12. Domruel, Aug 9, 2022
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    Stb door with floor pin

    no hole or pin on portside
  13. Domruel, Aug 9, 2022
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    No contact with mmax
  14. Pascal, Aug 9, 2022
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    There should be a latch on the bottom or a hook to hold it place. Probably something you need to add your self. What year is the boat?
  15. Domruel, Aug 9, 2022
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    2007
  16. Milthorpe, Oct 18, 2022
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    on my 2008 43S, our sliding door is binding and thus not sliding smoothly. Does anyone have directions on how to adjust the door i.e. how to hang it so it will not bind at the bottom?
  17. Milthorpe, Nov 2, 2022
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    Is this the door on the 43S ?
    https://www.opacmare.com/.../four-wings-door-folding

    or who knows the Opacmare door that Azimut used in the 43S? i need parts and adjustment
  18. Liam, Nov 2, 2022
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    I am not sure but Azimut of that era use a lot of Opacmare parts.
  19. 1ricardo, Nov 14, 2022
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    Dear Friends

    I have this 07 Azimut 43S and my rear engine room access ladder, the one that you need to open the seat to go inside the engine room

    So, my ladder have the steps in angle and one of the ladders feet don't even reach the floor at all

    I wonder if any of you guys may know what my problem is and if you have pictures of your ladder assembled in the boat

    Thank you all

    Ricardo

    azimut steps 1.jpeg
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  20. Capt Ralph, Nov 14, 2022
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    Well yes, who ever installed this was a SFB.
    Get some rubber feet on the exposed tubes and remount the top correctly, so both legs are plumb on that bilge plate.
    Don't forget to insert a large washer in each rubber foot to keep the tube from cutting thru.
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