I have a carver 404, the swim platform is getting a little spongy. I assume I have some water ingress and it needs to be recored. What is involved and how much should it cost? WHat is the best way to do it? Are replacement platforms available?

Thanks,

I'm a 1996 Carver 440 AC owner since 2007, based since purchase at Marker 1 Marina in Dunedin, Florida.

Over the last six years I've learned a lot about maintaining / repairing / cursing the myriad issues that are part and parcel of owning a larger vessel. I showed up to my "new" boat toting barely more than a screwdriver and pocketknife, and zero spares; I now possess a relative arsenal of tools and parts that might impress a US Navy Chief.

One thing that's always royally bugged your fellow bilge dweller about this experience is the seemingly endless, time-consuming process of procuring replacement parts and supplies for this beast. I have all the search technology. I know how to use it fairly well, I believe. Is it just because it's a Carver 440? Because it's MY 440?! Or is it just because it floats? The Carver Yachts website is of no help. Dealers don't seem too interested unless you're a recent customer of theirs. Mechanics have been a source of info, but generally only for commonly used replacements that they are going to sell you at full retail anyway. Marina scuttlebutt has been even less fruitful.

If any of my fellow owner/operators out there are keen on stopping the whining, could you help me out by passing along some of your "favorite" websites / online sellers / local (or even distant) marine retailers who can help me out when I'm looking for OEM or even "substitute" OEM parts or supplies? And, remember, "WORST" Marine does not count.

Thanks, folks. Safe and happy cruising to all.

MDA's Friendship

My wife and I just picked up our first Carver. 1989 32 Montego, and absolute beauty. We are looking forward to many adventures with her in the San Juans in the coming years.

I recently purchased a 2003 366. I am wanting to have an extended swim platform installed. Boat is on a freshwater lake in the Midwest. I also want to install underwater lighting. Can anybody steer me in the right direction on the platform. So far I have been searching the Internet. I don't know if these are premade or if I will have to have one custome made. Any ideas???

I am interested in having a bow thruster installed on my Carver 4207. Has anyone got any experience on such project ? thanks in advance !

Any advice on where to our purchase replacement bedding for a 2003 Carver Yacht 366?

I currently enjoy a 1988 Carver 4207 with 3208 Cats. I am from Montreal and have just joined the group. Regards to all. Pierre

Hi,

First time boat owners having fun on the River Thames, upper reaches, London England.

All going well with lots of jobs to do. Approx. 1,550 Hours on each Volvo Penta TAMD 41B 200HP Diesel engines - Slight Oil leak on the Starboard one !

Will be looking for parts etc so will be grateful for any links and tips.

Phil

Postby Boatmiester » Wed Sep 11, 2013 2:16 pm

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The cooling fins on the AC in the main salon began to disintegrate and "spray" tiny pieces of aluminum all over the main cabin. The unit was replaced by a new Marine Air unit 2 seasons ago and the new unit is now doing the same thing. There is no evidence of sea water intrusion into the space - it is dry except for the normal water present in the collection pan for the condensation run off. Any one else have this problem? I don't wan to replace the unit again without knowing what is going on here.
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Hi guys looking for info and to give info i am a auto tech i own my own business and yes i have worked on plenty of boats. hope i can be useful as this site is.
~Nate

1984 3207