Good Evening All,

I just had my full camper top re-stitched. I also had a window or 2 replaced. I have never actually seen it on the boat. It is pretty dirty right now.

So, what would you clean the top with before I put it on? Should I spray waterproofing stuff on it? The last question, the upholstery guy said there is a conditioning spray/lotion that you can put on the clear vinyl to recondition it and clean it. Has anyone ever heard of this spray and where do you buy it or what is it called?

Carver 466, Have a leak in fresh water system, replaced pump, can't find leak but water in in bilge. Pump keeps turning on Pumped out water in bilge it comes back over a period of time, lost all the water in tank sometime in a 24 hour period. If pump is not on, water level does not go down. Water in bilge also when city water is on. So can't be a tank leak, have checked all faucets, toilet's, water heater, dishwasher and washer can't find leak in engine room when those sources are running.

Just got the tub in the water this week. Going to park it at my one of my buddy's docks. He has shore power to the dock but with a regular 120v/15a plug. Which shore power receptacle is the one I should use to just run the fridge, charger, etc: the one closest to the bow or the one closest to the stern? I tried both tonight but as soon as as I plugged it in, the GFI at the house power tripped. I was using a 30a to 15a adapter and then a regular extension cord. I'm not sure how tight the plug should be going into the boat; there was a little wiggle room there but I got the threaded coupler on without trouble. It was raining out but I tested the power with a regular 120v load and it worked fine. As soon as I put the shore power adapter on and tried to plug it in, the GFI would trip. I had the switch on my power panel to shore power. What do you do with the battery switch while on shore power; on/off? Sorry for what are probably simple questions to most of you, but I'm learning as I'm going. Should have paid more attention in shop class 35 years ago instead of dreaming about drinking whiskey and making love all the time. Any input is appreciated.
Iceman

Guten Morgan All,
Any good suggestions on where to mount the tv in my mariner? It appears that the best spot would be on the ladder that goes to the bridge, of course that would kill the use of the ladder. Has anyone ever seen a pole mount for a tv that could swivel? The rail on that ladder is 7/8". I have found a few, but they all need almost a 1 1/4" rail or larger. Thoughts?

Hi all. Just found this forum and excited to be a contributing member. We are long time boaters for the last 40 years and currently own a Carver 3807. We had a 3227 Carver prior to this one, another great boat. We really love our Carver and cruise the Grand Haven Michigan area but take some trips west and north each summer. I have done considerable upgrades and maintenance on the 3807 and would love to talk to others about their projects and mine.

Attached a picture of the Sandi L II.

Enjoy the upcoming season.///

Gordy

Just finished a bridge cover for my 3807. When we go to the lake the first thing we would do is take the side curtains off the bimini. It will be nice to keep the side curtains stored away clean and not have to handle them every weekend. I really like this waterproof cover and it is quick on and off. Obviously my Bimini is not on in this picture but it can be on at the same time the bridge cover is on.

Hello all,
Just stumbled upon this site and figured it would be a great place to learn and offer insight.
The little woman and I have been boating and cruising for almost 20 years now, and this will be our fourth boat .(they keep getting bigger)
We are also members of United Staes Power Squadron and enjoy the company of many boating friends.
Boating here in mid-michigan on the east side of the state doesn't give us a vey long season but we try to get 1 or 2 small trips a year in .Last year we purchase our first carver in Cheboygan and took it under the mackinaw bridge (for me the highlight of the trip) and spent 6 days on "Moonstruck" bringing her home , powered by 260 crusader engines we avg. 12 gal per hour.......Hey if it was about money we wouldn't own a boat.


Thanks for the site,
Marilyn and Paul

Hello from the Gulf Coast. Anyone else in the Houston area?

Good Morning All,

I love the iPad and iPhone and always like to see new apps so...I thought I'd throw it out there and see what is everybody’s favorite iPad apps. I have started with some of mine below.

Add to home screen
Sheboygan Marina

Marine iPad Apps
Ship Captain's Medical Guide
Grog Knots
Marine Weather Pro by Bluefin
Boating Suite
Great Lakes Scuttlebutt

Misc Fav iPad apps
Cop Radio
The Weather Channel
DataVault
Craigslist
YouVersion Bible

We are thinking about adding a bow thruster. If there is anyone reading this forum that has a 396 or a 444 with a bow thruster
and would share any information and possibly some pictures of it's location and any other technical data I would sure appreciate
it. Carver gave the boat yard I deal with some information but the yard told me they need to see a installed one so they know exactly
what they are dealing with. Like location of stringers compared to the thruster motor.

Time For Us II