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View the latest post Attachment(s) Bilge pump switch lights always on?
- Posted by: Carverlvr2 » October 19th, 2024, 6:08 pm
- Forum: Electrical
Howdy all! Just bought a 2004 366 ac and working through so many WTF items but this one has me and my surveyor stumped. As you see in the first pic, at the helm, the bilge pump lights are on all the time. Pumps work and can be activated by the same switches, just the lights are always on. Previous owner said they’ve been that way for 9 years…maybe but I have to think the bulbs would have burned out a long time ago if so. Second pic shows all the lights with the dimmer up. No change with the switches actually on.
This can’t be right, right? Shouldn’t they only light up when activated or with the dimmer up?
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View the latest post Pump out on a 1990 boat.
- Posted by: LOTO » October 19th, 2024, 4:49 am
- Forum: AC/Heat, Plumbing & Sanitation
Pump out on a 1990 boat. I heard that a 1990 and older boat has different threads on hose fitting . How do I fix this problem ?
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View the latest post Upgrading Heads
- Posted by: stacyharmon » October 17th, 2024, 2:03 pm
- Forum: AC/Heat, Plumbing & Sanitation
We want to replace the heads on our 1995 Carver 440AC, Can someone please offer an idea for good replacements that work well.
Thank you
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View the latest post Hoping for some help, I have just installed new risers and spacers on my 1997 320 with twin crusaders.
- Posted by: carver/1997 » October 17th, 2024, 12:36 pm
- Forum: Gas Engines/Transmissions
After I completed installation I realized that they are approximately 3/4" higher and my engine compartment lids are sitting on them. Has anyone seen this issue before and is it possible to lower the power unit?
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View the latest post On-board Fire Suppression Update Options
- Posted by: SteveMyhre » October 17th, 2024, 10:55 am
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
I recently bought a 2014 Carver C40 with an outdated/discharged on-board fire suppression system (no fire, so it either had a leak or discharged). The previous owner never addressed it but since this is a safetly issue, I would like to get this fixed. It is my understanding that the current system is Halon and is not serviceable and the tank must be replaced. Is looking at options, there are MANY different options. Anyone know what the appropriate size system would be? Any suggestions?
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View the latest post Gratuity on Marine Services - Carpet cleaning
- Posted by: kgarguilo » October 16th, 2024, 12:01 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
I am curious as I got hit with a request for a tip today that has not happened in 22 years of boating. I am interested in other people's opinion on this topic. I hired this company for the first time (a professional company boat washing waxing, carpet cleaning etc.) to clean my carpets on my boat, in my slip. I was told it was a minimum fee for a 42' Carver 406 Yacht of $352.00 and a $10 dollar credit card fee. I paid a 25% deposit as requested prior to service which I had no issue with and the balance of 75% after they alerted me that the job was completed. As a similar reference but, for household carpet cleaning, I have tipped the Stanley steamer guy.
I got a follow up text stating:
"Thank you for your business! We work hard to ensure that the (COMPANY NAME OMITTED) experience is top notch and we strive to be the best in service, products and customer service. This is why the customer experience is soo important to us.
Many customers find the most convenient way to show their support for our team is by sending our team a gratuity. If you would like to leave a tip for the technicians that worked hard for you, simply click the link below - they will surely appreciate it!"
In my many years of boating using professional companies at a marina such as, washing and waxing, head repair, Aqua Marine deck installation, mechanic type work, canvas enclosures, etc., I have never received a text like this.
As an aside, for Marina services such as Fuel and pump out, restaurant workers, Dock utility workers, etc. they are always on my tip list. It seems to me, if you are already paying a higher rate for a marine related professional service company, they (the company) should be paying their people well enough to not need to solicit tips. I want to be fair, but this is a first for me. Any thoughts on this topic would be greatly appreciated as I may use them again. If you have an idea that the answer is yes, what is appropriate?
#highclassproblems :-D
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View the latest post Replacement window slides
- Posted by: jbdraper » October 15th, 2024, 3:43 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
I'm in the process of rebuilding our 1979 Carver, and currently I'm working on the window frames. I've got the frames off the boat and am planning on sandblasting them and having them powdercoated. The problem I'm having is sourcing the plastic glides that go in the bottom of the window channel. It's a round bead, approximately 3/16" diameter, with a fin that snaps into the aluminum frame to hold it in place. Does anyone know the correct name for these, or where they might be available for purchase? I have searched this forum, several others, and the Carver OwnersFacebook page with no luck.
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View the latest post New Owner - Complete Repower?
- Posted by: Julane01 » October 15th, 2024, 1:05 pm
- Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Hello everyone,
First let me say, I appreciate the openness and the knowledge in this forum.
Ok, so I bought this 1987 Carver Mariner, used it a few times with no issue, then parked it.
The crusader engines now have water in them and the mechanics are calling for a complete repower.
Is there a better, less costly option other than buying two completely new engines?
Thanks in advance.
Jules
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View the latest post Fuel gauge needle
- Posted by: lz33w7 » October 14th, 2024, 6:17 am
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
Hello friends,
I hope everyone is well. Apologies in advance if I’m in the wrong section. I took possession yesterday of my 1987 Carver Mariner 3297….she’s fires right up, super excited to begin work on her.
Ok, the needle in the fuel gauge is missing…can I replace the gauge, get it repaired or find an original?????
Thank you for your help in advance.
Kindly,
v/r,
Stephen
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View the latest post Boats used strictly as cottages or family vacation spots
- Posted by: bud37 » October 13th, 2024, 12:55 pm
- Forum: Boating & Cruising Lifesyle
I will start by saying we have had boats of some kind/size for almost all of our adult lives, the last small one we hung onto, I drive by every day ( sold to a neighbour ). So after all this time now I have a question ?
Who out there just uses their boat as a cottage, never takes it away from the dock. If there is someone, how is the experience using the marina for everything. Up here that would include haul out/winterize systems that were used, then lift in and tow to slip in spring....rinse and repeat.
We are a bit older and I have some health issues , that seem to be getting some better. We really miss the boating lifestyle and getting away from home, meeting folk etc. Certainly cannot deal with a real cottage now and all the work that comes with it.
Just putting this out there as we would be interested to hear opinions from those that do this or have tried it. My wife is considering to have me tested.....
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