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View the latest post Thruster tunnel size 450 Voyager
- Posted by: ck36 » July 8th, 2025, 1:00 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
I plan on replacing my BP1200 thruster and would like to size the replacement prior to haul out. Does anyone know the tunnel diameter for the 450 Voyager? I was considering just replacing the gear box, but when adding up all the costs it looks like replacing it with a new sidepower isn't that much more so I think I'll go that route.
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View the latest post Starboard temp increase
- Posted by: BRHEAUME » July 7th, 2025, 5:08 pm
- Forum: Gas Engines/Transmissions
On my last trip, I noticed a 10 degree increase on the starboard engine gauge. This engine always heated up faster and ran (according to the gauge) 5-10 degrees warmer than the port. However, the gauge is showing 175, while the neck of the coolant filler, near the sending unit is reading 155, which is the same as the port engine. I replaced the gauge and sending unit - no difference. What else shall I look for?
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View the latest post Help me find a new 30 amp breaker
- Posted by: buster53 » July 5th, 2025, 1:59 pm
- Forum: Electrical
Ok, I have a 2001, model 356, with 2, 30 amp connections. Pretty sure one of the main 30 amp breakers on my electrical panel is going bad and needs replacing. It is listed in my parts manual as #8900333, 30 amp, 3 pole main breaker. I’m sure this breaker was used in many hundreds, if not thousands of Carvers built in that time period.
Doing an internet search of marine breakers, I can’t find this breaker, including a search of West Marine. Any suggestions of where I can look? FYI, I did open up the panel to eyeball this breaker, so I do know what it looks like…just can’t seem to find a replacement.
Thanks.
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View the latest post Carver 450 Voyager, new owner
- Posted by: ck36 » July 2nd, 2025, 2:36 pm
- Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Hi - just took delivery of a 2002 Carver 450 Voyager and moved her from Anacortes to Tacoma under spectacular blue skies. Took about 7-8 hrs and everything ran fine. Now I have a long list of survey items to rectify for insurance (and myself!). Boat was very dirty inside and out so stripping everything out and starting the clean up. Thruster gear case full of water is one of the first items on the list, minor drip on a Tides shaft seal, fractured davit weld, exhaust elbow replacement and typical safety items. The "to-do" list is a mile long and at this point I'm just trying to get organized so that I have a realistic plan to get this boat back in shape.
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View the latest post Westerbeke 3.0kw Marine Generator
- Posted by: emiliocastelli » June 30th, 2025, 1:54 pm
- Forum: Boat Parts For Sale
Please does anyone need a Westerbeke 3.0kw Marine Generator
Still in perfect working condition
$2500 takes t
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View the latest post Salon AC does not have cold air
- Posted by: tgebler » June 30th, 2025, 9:05 am
- Forum: AC/Heat, Plumbing & Sanitation
My 2000 396 Aft Cabin has three AC units. Two of the three work fine but the salon AC runs and blows air but it is not cold. Any suggestions?
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View the latest post 356 Main salon door cracked
- Posted by: buster53 » June 29th, 2025, 5:08 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
Ok, I have a 356, but I guess it could happen to any model. My main salon door, maybe a 1/4” thick plexiglass, has about an 8” crack at the bottom running upwards. Not causing any issues except the cosmetic appearance. How could this have happened? Will it continue to grow over time ans more importantly, where in the world would I find a replacement door? It’s not just a flat piece of plexiglass, but is shaped like an upside down “L”
Also, the door is physically hard to slide open and shut. A good shot of WD-40 does help for a couple of weeks, but what would be a better lubricant for long term use?
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View the latest post Refrierator replacement -Santego 380
- Posted by: Rsimmons » June 28th, 2025, 2:43 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
My Norcold DE-461 refrigerator/freezer conked out on my 2001 Santego 380. That unit is out of production as is its replacement. It was a 12V/120V system. I found a 12vdc/120vac Vitrifrio that might fit. But I ave also seen some straight 12vdc untis that might fit and are sinificantly less expensive. Any thoughts on going with a 12vdc system only. Here is my thinking about only having 12dc.
-When I am on shore power at the dock the battery charger will keep the batteries up
-When I wm cruising without gen running, engine altenator will keep the batteries up
-When I am cruising or at anchor with the gen running, the battery charger will keep the batteries up
Is it worth the extra expense for the 12vdc/120vac refrigerator?
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View the latest post Attachment(s) 2007 Carver 56 Voyager For Sale - 100% Fresh Water - $499,000
- Posted by: Joe Willie » June 27th, 2025, 4:07 pm
- Forum: Carver Boats For Sale
Pristine and well maintained, 2 Owner, 100% freshwater since new with just 690 hours. Fully detailed in the water now, and ready for her new owner. Always stored indoor heated with annual scheduled maintenance records available.
•Volvo D12-EVC Engines
•Bow & Stern Thrusters
•Hydraulic Swim Platform
•New Fusion Stereo System with JL Audio Speakers
•Raymarine E80/E120 Electronics
•Kohler 23 KW diesel genset 156 hours
More details here:
https://www.boattrader.com/boat/2007-ca ... e-9838347/
$499,000
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View the latest post 2007 Carver 56 Voyager Raymarine DSM 300 Location
- Posted by: Joe Willie » June 27th, 2025, 1:05 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
Where is the the Raymarine DSM 300 located on my 2006-2007 - 56 Voyager. I found the SeaTalk switch unit behind the Pilothouse E120 display but no sign of the DSM 300.
Does anyone know where it is located?
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