Well, I finally tired of looking at my circuit breaker panel and seeing all of the panel indicators not working. So after locating a spec sheet for Solico (Sorenson Lighted Controls) I determined what I needed and what I wanted. The original panel lights for the DC side were part # 1835-1-10-20140 or 18 series 14volt incandescent -6' wire leads - white base with no finished bezel - flush translucent green lens and the AC side were 1850-1-10-20140, same as above but 125 volt neon. Here is one of the original lights.


With my other Santego I had learned these were rather bright, as the wattage is 1 watt each. I was determined to put back in LEDs which were only .3 or 1/3 watt.



My biggest issue was finding enough replacements with the same appearance after installation. I needed 32 DC indicators and 10 AC ones. They come with either no finished bezel (so the bezel matches the color of the base, black or white), a bright (silver) bezel or black. It also seems green is one of the harder colors to come by too. most of the time I was find either red or amber. I kept watching the what was in stock at Spemco and Lakeview Electronics. I wasn't picky about the style just that they were green and LED. The AC panels would have to be 18 series as that is the only series for the 125 volt LEDs.

So finally I was able to come up with enough from Lakeview that would match. So I ordered 32 2412-3-23-20340 (24 series 14 volt led - .187 quick connects - black base with black bezel - flush diamond green lens) and 10 1815-1-13-20340 (18 series 125 volt LED-6" wire leads-white base with black bezel-flush diamond green lens). I ordered the quick connects as that will make them easier to replace in the future should the need arise. Just open the panel, pull the wires loose and replace. No more cutting and splicing. The 125 volt LEDs only come in the 18 series, so wire leads is the only choice.




Now the quick connects are .187" which are slightly smaller than the more common .250". So if you do the same, make sure you get the 187 series disconnects. Here's a photo comparing the two.


So with everything in hand I tear into the panels and being the replacement of everything. Looks like a God awful bowl of spaghetti behind that panel, so turn the power off, because I had to trace the wires by hand. The AC side was a little easier, but it was still cluttered.


Here the completed project. You will notice on the AC side I have four light that are different. These were four I already had on hand. Since Solico doesn't put the part numbers on the light I had hoped they would be LED, but turns out they were neon. Oh well at least they match. Now I need to find two 34 series lights for the reverse polarity indicators and all will be like new again.




Now the LED's aren't as bright as the old panel lights were and the diamond lens does have an effect on the lights. as you can see in the photo above of the Dc side. Some appear brighter than others in the photo, but this changes as you change the angle from which you are view them.

Hi,
Greetings from St. Louis, Missouri. I am proud new owner 1987 Carver 4227. My understanding that there were only 13 made! It's sister-model 4207 is more common I hear. The boat is a bit of work and I am sure I will be asking questions on this forum soon...

Cheers,
Pekka

1994 320 Voyager owner. Chipped my swim platform about the size of a silver dollar. Would like to repair before winter. Local repair shop has recommended patch Paste by Spectrum. Does anyone have experience with this product and if so what color should i use to match my boat. I am a new Carver owner and monitor this website constantly for insights. Thanks.

New to the forum and I apologize if this has been asked and answered in another thread, I couldn't find it if it has. I bought a 1994 Carver 280 express a couple months back and piloted it to my mooring from Plymouth, MA about 50 miles away, it is on the mooring now. I am looking at purchasing a new trailer for it but the manufacturer of the trailer measures from bow eye to drain plug for boat to trailer fit. With mine still in the water does anyone out there know the length from bow eye to drain plug for the above mentioned boat? I am guessing I could fit this on a trailer that accommodates a 25-26 foot boat if measuring from bow eye to drain plug and not considering the pulpit or swim platform. Any insight or information anyone has would be very helpful as I don't want to make an offer on the wrong trailer. Thank you

1994 Carver 280 Express Mid-Cabin
7.2 Volvo Penta

Did my oil changes and all the filters on both engines and generator today. I always used Rotella T4 in my previous gas engines, the SeaDoo and even my summer ragtop. Needless to say I use a lot as the boat alone requires about 12 gallons. They have 5g pails of T4 at Walmart for $57 and some change CDN. Probably the cheapest I have ever seen it as of late. Bought 3 more pails for next years oil change. Not sure if this is provincial or Canada wide.

Oddly enough everything in the states when it comes to gas and oil is always cheaper, exception Rotella. That comes to $43 US for 5G.

1988 Carver 3067 Santego

Twin 5.7L, closed cooling.Top ends rebuilt about 4 years ago.
Outdrives replaced about 4 years ago with new Mercruiser SE106's
Have receipts showing over 25K of work performed
Bottom painted 2 years ago

Upholstery redone inside and out, extra bimini top with full enclosure
New Raymarine 9" Element Chartplotter and Simrad VHF both linked using NMEA2000
2 Bilge heaters. Electric head with macerator.

16.5K BTU AC replaced about 4 years ago with MarineAir unit
Everything works as it's supposed to.
Great shape, clean survey done in August showing a declared value of 18.5K

Solid, super clean boat in the water and ready to go!
No generator, originally had one but prior owner removed it.

Needs a new cooktop, old one was removed.

Hate to sell it, the admiral and I looked for several months before finding this super clean example. Family emergency forces sale.

Will post pictures later or can send via email.

Boat located in Decatur, Alabama on the Tennessee River. Marina slip is available for transfer.

Asking $14,500

I have a 2004 396 carver & the under cupboard coffee maker has just given up..Does anyone know where I can get a replacement..It is a Black & Decker..Not sure they still make this model as I have heard they were discontinued as the did damage to some cupboards ?

Does any know what kind of window seals they used back then? I've looked all over the internet and can't match it. They are really tough rubber in a P shape and go between the teak frame and the glass. I've attached a picture of the profile of the gasket. Really appreciate any help!

Next year I would like to power up a 32" lcd hd tv and a blue ray player with a wired in from the panel inverter. I found a Zantrex 300w in the boat and tried it, but it just alarmed and failed....so that went in the garbage. Before I loaded it the fan was running and making more noise than I would like.

My question, do all of these inverters in that range have noisy fans when not loaded up. I don't think the tv or the blue ray pulls much power, but I will calculate that later.

From the searches so far the prices are all over the place....experience and opinions would be greatly appreciated.....thanks.

I’m looking for advice on removing the shaft couplings on a 2002 366 Aft Cabin. I need to remove the couplings to replace the shaft seals. The boat has 6.2L Mercrusier engines. I have removed couplings on other boats in the past but they all had set screws, there are no set screws on the couplings so I’m wondering what holds the couplings to the shafts.

Thanks,
Simon