Hello,
We have a 95 355 that encountered some wind damage. the weathershield around the upper aft deck pulled loose during a storm. Being a 95, Carver couldn't help with parts. Was wondering if anyone on the boards has had a similar issue. The shield seems to be attached with some pop rivet/toggle/standoff combination that attaches the weathershied to the hand rails, which carve no longer makes or stocks.

Thanks in advance, great forums!

Keith

Hello,

We have a deposit on a 2001 396. Seller is broke and is giving allowances for items that need attention from the survey. Rudder bearings are weeping while underway. During the haul the starboard side had 1/8 wiggle.

Thus I was hoping the group here has had experience with replacing them and at what expense.

thanks Dan

Where can I get a repair manual for my 1990 caver 3467

Hi everyone! I have been so aided by the discussions in the forums over the past 3 months getting to know my 1989 3607. Thank you! A quick list of those things I learned: 1. Lots of "hidden" panels - under the steps leading into the boat you will find the fuel tank selector for each motor. Covers in the cut out / book shelf areas expose opening for fuel tank connectors. 2. Standing water can be the cause of a "stink" - I pumped out over a 100 gallons between the front shower area and the front bilge, along with the aft bilge area. My wife now doesn't think the boat stinks...as much...it's still a boat:). 3. The need for a good checklist before you use the boat is a must. Still a WIP.

Now for my questions I can't seem to find answers to: Does the front bed make into a full bed or is each angle considered it's own bed? I have messed with trying to position the step cover but can't seem to make it work without another triangle cushion - which perhaps I am missing.

I seem to be having gas air issues - sometime the engine won't start (after replacing filters and fuel pumps), that went away this weekend after reading on the forum - to remove the gas cap - any advice on cleaning the air vent system? I have shot compressed air from the outside.

I just lost the blower motors for the engine compartment - and don't see a fuse for the "blower" motors on the main fuse panel. Where is the fuse? Any good recommendation for replacement of the blower motors if they failed? How bad is it if you leave them on for a few days - I think I did that:)

If the engines quit - there is a noise letting you know the engine is off when the key is on. Yet you can not use the upstairs depth finder / other gauges unless the key is on giving power to the dash - and if on - the noise is on until the motor starts. Been fighting one engine vs another not running so wasn't sure if there was a way to stop the noise and keep the key on? I would much rather have 2 running engines:) Sorry for the multiple questions - not looking for one person to answer all - just glad to be part of the community! I will say after boating for 30 years - from runabouts to houseboats - I am amazed at the craftsmanship and design of the 3607 - every 3607 owner I bet uses that sturdy wood column as a make shift "fireman's pull" going down to the galley!!! Thanks from Iowa - Kevin

Would anyone have fuel consumption specs for a 4207? i.e. mpg at different rpm's and speeds?

Thanks in advance, I've searched everywhere with little luck, so I thought I would ask!

Thank you!

Any idea where I can find a replacement?

New to us 1998 400 CMY. The aft gasoline tank is full and was wondering if there's a valve to turn on, so it distributes to the port and starboard tanks or is it automatic once they get low in level. The aft tank has been full for approx a year now, I'm concerned about 'old' gas if I don't burn it up..... Thanks in advance.

D & D

Has anyone replaced the vent hose on the Gibson combo washer/dryer? Helpful hints requested and designation of PITA level.

Thanx.

New problem with this boat. After running and feeling good about the temp on the port motor, I noticed a surging or missing on the tach for the starboard motor. Initially at about 3200, so I pulled back to 2000. Seemed to run smooth at 2000, when I attempted to run it up again it began to surge. Fuel starved maybe? Not sure, not familiar with the MPI motors. When I got back to the dock and they cooled down I changed the fuel filter, hoping to find some crud in that, nothing. Ran it again, idled smooth up to about 3K than surged (this was a short no load at the dock test) again seems to run smooth below that RPM?

Thoughts

Looking for 404. Must be deisel, well maintained and on East coast.