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View the latest post Dual Station 454XL Igintion/Start Issue
- Posted by: Hold'n On II » May 24th, 2024, 12:56 am
- Forum: Gas Engines/Transmissions
'96 370 Voyager with dual station 454XL's..... Boat was new to us in 2020, ignition/engines/alarms worked/ran as expected....
Beginning late last season and now trying to resolve;..... Stbd engine starter engages/activates whenever key is turned to the "On" position (disengages once engine starts). Port engine/starter operates correctly.
Trouble shooting:
A. Swapped lower helm Port ignition switch with Stbd ignition switch, No Change
B. Swapped upper helm Stbd ignition switch with lower helm ignition switch, No Change
C. Swapped Stbd Starter Slave Solenoid with Port Slave Solenoid, No Change.
D. Replaced Stbd Oil Pressure Switch, No Change.
The only thing left I can think of, is a stuck Starter Solenoid on the Stbd engine, which is a ROYAL PIA to get to.... Anyone have any other ideas?
Around the same time as the starter issue appeared (Memory not so clear ), the lower helm Oil Pressure/Temp alarm quit working.,... Any chance the two are related?
I also, can't seem to locate the lower helm Alarm/Buzzer. I have the overhead panel in the head and the access panel behind the mirror in the head removed, but don't see anything that resembles an alarm. Where else might it be?
In addition to the above, and also confusing.... There are "Dead End" purple wires (no cap or but end, just a cut wire) coming from each of the lower helm ignition switches. If I connect/jump them, the Stbd starter engagement/activation is normal and Stbd engine will start and starter will disengage once running, but the Oil Pressure/Temp Alarm on the fly bridge, and I assume the "Non Functioning" lower helm alarm, runs constant and does not stop.
Suggestions for further trouble shooting?
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View the latest post 2005 41 CMY with Volvo 8.1Gi
- Posted by: DarkJester » May 23rd, 2024, 10:52 am
- Forum: Carver Yachts Forum - Model Discussion
Good day Carver Yacht people!
I'm looking at a 2005 41 CMY with the 375HP 8.1Gi engines and after what I consider to be a thorough search (2 Hours) I can't find anybody with opinions on if the 8.1's are a good choice for this boat. Seems to me like they may be a little anemic for a 41ft boat @ ~24K lbs. I could be wrong, it's happened before.
OTOH 750HP sounds like a a fair cop. Is there another advantage to the Diesels other than low end torque and reduced Fuel Burn? Should I buy this boat and just enjoy it, or should I maybe save up some more money and get the 44 CMY with the Volvo diesels? The price point is very significant, like 100K. The 41 is in awesome shape with what appears to be some choice upgrades, and lot's of new stuff. I hate to miss out on a great boat just because of a misinformed apprehension about the Gas motors. Also, I'm Gas engine mechanically inclined, and the Diesels would be a learning experience, but not one I'm unwilling to undertake. I learn fast and like mechanics.
As for use, mostly it would be Lake/River use with the notion that I might want to do the Tenn/Tom to the Gulf and go to the Keys. I think that would be the ultimate Retirement Gift to myself, and sounds like an exciting adventure. This would be my 4th boat, so I'm no newbie, but would be my first "Big" boat, and I am certainly not arrogant enough to think I know everything.
I'm really torn here, any help?
Thanks,
Jester.
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View the latest post Simple Solar Solution is it feasible?
- Posted by: rgaidies » May 23rd, 2024, 8:36 am
- Forum: Electrical
I have a 430 CPMY with lots of room in the lazerette for batteries.
I do not currently have an inverter system but want to install a solar system, primarily for dual 12V / 110 V fridge.
My simple solution is as follows and want to know opinions on feasibility.
The installation will be with proper wiring / connectors / fuses / controllers etc.
1) Install 2 600 watt panels on the hard top and run cables to the lazerette.
2) Install 1 400 A/H lithium battery
3) Install 1 4000 watt pure sine wave inverter.
I then want to install a 30 amp power inlet into the side panel of the cockpit and connect that to the inverter.
Then simply run a shortened shore power cord from that inlet into the main shore power inlet that is used for the shore power connection.
This should then supply 110 V to my main panel when switched to shore power.
I should then be able to run any 110 V circuits from my DC panel.
This would include my battery charger for the main start batteries if required.
Does this sound feasible. primarily used for the fridge / coffee machine / TV / lights.
I would still run my genni for any heavy loads such as stove top / hot water when required.
Feedback would be much appreciated.
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View the latest post 1990 carver montego 2557
- Posted by: Jewles3491 » May 22nd, 2024, 4:15 pm
- Forum: The Project Center
I am in need of finding the dimensions of the V-berth bed so I can have a new foam mattress made? where would I find this information?
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View the latest post Attachment(s) Water hiding under the aft cabin floor 1983 3607
- Posted by: safeguard » May 21st, 2024, 5:47 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
I have identified a leak coming from my port exhaust. The leak is a small stream of lake water continously flowing about 1/8" wide. It was identified last season and i requested repairs that are happening now. The question is this. That water never made it to my bilge pump. This model has no aft pump, nearest is engine room and it's dry. At cabin smells like someone died. I pulled all the carpet, plywood floor is dry. Where might this water be hiding. How do i drain it, best way to deal with the odor.
Thanks so much in advance
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View the latest post Ac intake water valve location
- Posted by: Buggin321 » May 21st, 2024, 12:40 pm
- Forum: AC/Heat, Plumbing & Sanitation
Quick and easy question. Newbie here and looking to turn on ac system. Where is the intake water valve located thank you
1988 3227
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View the latest post 1996 380 Santego - Battery Recommendations .
- Posted by: cjblovinlife » May 20th, 2024, 7:43 pm
- Forum: Electrical
OK everybody I’m looking for some ideas and experience. It’s about time for me to replace the batteries on this boat. I’m seeing a lot of talk about lithium batteries for house and AGM for cranking. Does anybody have any experience with Marine lithium batteries? What would you recommend it does have a Knoco charger that is capable of charging lithium, but I’m not sure if there are any other electronic components that would need to be upgraded.
As always thanks so much for your wisdom
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View the latest post Carver 3607 in Michigan
- Posted by: Dsbrown » May 20th, 2024, 2:36 pm
- Forum: Carver Boats For Sale
This is the one!
1986 Carver 36 aft cabin. The lowest time Carver 36 around with less than 500 hours on two MerCruiser 7.4L engines. Always professionally maintained with winter storage indoors heated since new. Includes summer 2024 slip at Safe Harbor Toledo Beach Marina, fall haul-out, and first option for indoor heated storage this fall.
Onan 6.5kw generator, remote start, runs great.
100ah Lithium battery house bank (separate from the starting battery) with a new charger and monitor (will run the fridge and lights all weekend on the hook without running the generator).
Garmin Chart plotter with digital fuel flow for each engine. (NMEA 2000 backbone).
New VHF with MMSI Emergency call & GPS location.
Older radar but it works.
Bluetooth radio.
Ice Maker
Range with oven, Microwave
Two heads with showers, one with a tub, both have electric heads, one is full “house” sized.
Private aft cabin with queen pedestal bed and in-suite head.
Private FWD berth sleeps two.
Settee converts and sleeps two.
Futon in main salon sleeps one and a half.
Forward bench on flybridge converts to a single bed as well.
Flybridge has seating for six and four more on the aft deck.
Three reverse cycle heat/AC units.
Numerous upgrades in the last couple of years:
New canvas enclosure just completed spring 2024.
Fresh bottom paint before launching this spring.
New carpet throughout last season.
Props were overhauled/balanced in 2022
Two new bilge vent blowers.
New 120/12v SS refrigerator.
New hot water heater.
Two smart TVs.
All lights inside and out converted to LED. (except for the remote-control spotlight)
Overhauled windlass and new rode in 2022. (controls from flybridge)
The sale will include all furniture, all required safety equipment (and then some), Bumpers, lines & fenders. Also, some tools and spares specific to the boat.
Only selling due to purchasing a smaller boat.
There are no issues, and everything works as it should.
This boat needs absolutely nothing!
Asking $47,900
please PM, email, or text for pics or with questions
donbrowncfi gmail.com
989-four94-two 077
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View the latest post FNG
- Posted by: TBD » May 19th, 2024, 5:19 am
- Forum: Introduce Yourself!
1st time boat owner, went with the 86' Carver 3607. I'm excited to get some of the smaller projects done.
I'm starting with the AC systems, which are currently non-functioning. Does anyone know where to get original schematics?
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View the latest post 2002 Carver 410 Sport Sedan engine power isdue
- Posted by: Geeman » May 18th, 2024, 8:02 pm
- Forum: General Boating Discussion
We purchased our boat in Dec of 2023. Back in April we had been boasting for about 3hrs with a mixture of cruising and idling. When we went to get up on plain we couldn’t get past 10 knots. We ended up getting into a harbour for the night. We checked fuel, transmission and engine fluids. All good. Had a diver check underwater and all good. Next day went to head home and the boat got up on plain with no issues for the next 3 days.
Fast forward to yesterday and we were boating from Victoria to Seattle and were 2hrs into the cruise when the starboard engine powered down. When ended up doing 10 knots to Seattle. The starboard engine would not idle below 1400 or go above 1800. It appears that the throttle is adjusting properly as I played with it on the engine but could not improve on the RPM.
Fuel filters are new in Oct 2023 and have less then 20hrs on them. The mechanic that has worked on the boat the last 10yrs is stumped on what the cause could be.
To add to this. When we ran both engines to get the boat at 10knots. The swim platform was 2” under water. When we ran only the port engine with the boat at 10 knots. The swim platform was 2-4” above the water line.
The boat has the Twin Cummins 5.9-BTA Diamond Series 330 HP diesels
I tried to get a mechanic to look at the boat today with no success. I have some mechanical skills when I have direction on what I should be looking for. I am thinking it may be a linkage issue between the bridge and engine. Does not seem like a fuel supply issue but could be wrong on that. I did check the shut offs in the engine room incase one had shaken closed a bit.
Any thoughts or advice are much appreciated. Thanks in advice.
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