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How Much Have You Spent On Your Boat Year To Date

Last post by Johnfrmcal « April 17th, 2019, 5:19 pm
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by RGrew176 » June 30th, 2016, 2:43 pm

I decided to run a spread sheet this year on my boating costs for the year. Maybe its a good idea maybe not so much. It is interesting to see where...
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April 17th, 2019, 5:19 pm
Anchor and chain

Last post by tonyiiiafl « April 6th, 2019, 5:37 pm
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by tonyiiiafl » March 23rd, 2019, 2:54 pm

I have a 1994 390CPMY with a Lewmar Profish 1000 free fall windlass. I got free rode with it, 200' 8 plait and 15' 5/16" chain. In my opinion,...

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April 6th, 2019, 5:37 pm
Label maker for the boat??????

Last post by bud37 « April 5th, 2019, 7:55 am
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by bud37 » April 2nd, 2019, 11:34 am

Considering the upcoming wiring jobs , I need some advice about label makers. I have never had one, but I think it would be much better than the...

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April 5th, 2019, 7:55 am
Is there really a difference between anchors?

Last post by tomschauer « March 23rd, 2019, 9:38 pm
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by amanphoto » March 18th, 2019, 1:24 pm

I'm looking to upgrade my anchor from a delta plow to a newer designed anchor.

I was looking at the Rocna and the Mantus. They look the same,...
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March 23rd, 2019, 9:38 pm
Removing Sectional in 3807

Last post by Matt1989Carver3807 « March 22nd, 2019, 8:52 pm
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by Matt1989Carver3807 » March 20th, 2019, 12:40 am

Hi I have a 1989 3807 Aft Cabin and I need to remove the Sectional couch any ideas- too big to fit through the doors.

Any help would be great.

Matt

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March 22nd, 2019, 8:52 pm
SOFA REMOVAL

Last post by Cooler « March 16th, 2019, 11:46 am
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by armincate » March 15th, 2019, 11:56 pm

Can anyone tell me how to remove the corner piece of a sofa on my 1996 320 Voyager. I am upholstering the boat and have been able to remove most of...

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March 16th, 2019, 11:46 am
Hurley dinghy davit

Last post by David M. « March 12th, 2019, 1:52 am

by David M. » March 12th, 2019, 1:52 am

I'm searching for a used Hurley dinghy davit, preferably a H30. If anyone has one for sale please contact me at malleyent@aol.com .

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March 12th, 2019, 1:52 am
Winter boating

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by thatchh » February 19th, 2019, 11:20 pm

Here's a taste of winter boating in the Puget Sound area on New Year's Day. Plenty of dock space at the state park.
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March 10th, 2019, 5:28 pm
Detroit Boat Show

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by RGrew176 » February 21st, 2019, 2:02 am

I went to the boat show on Wednesday. Looked at quite a few nice boats. A few of them were in the 40'+ range. Definitely out of my price range....
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March 8th, 2019, 12:49 am
Flat Screen TV Suggestions

Last post by RGrew176 « March 7th, 2019, 3:28 am
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by denpooch » February 1st, 2019, 5:20 pm

I would like to upgrade the 20" TV on my 2005 Mariner. I would like to get a larger screen, possibly adjustable mount and would appreciate any...
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March 7th, 2019, 3:28 am
Hot Muggy Nights

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by denpooch » March 1st, 2019, 9:04 pm

Hey everyone. I would like to get an idea of how many folks run the genset all night when on a hook in horrendous heat. I have read all sorts of...

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March 4th, 2019, 10:22 am
Thinking twice.

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by pepmyster » February 14th, 2019, 3:56 pm

To all you boaters out there. Every body has had buyers regret at on time or another. I for one. been there, done that.
After you buy the item,...
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March 2nd, 2019, 8:23 am
Boating Blogs

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by zoomiej » February 24th, 2019, 10:51 am

Looking to source blogs from Carver owners that have/are spending winters in the Bahamas or have done the great loop.

Thanks in advance

Zoomiej

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March 1st, 2019, 6:36 pm
Cruising Range

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by VolNavy91 » February 21st, 2019, 4:19 pm

Hi,

We are about to start our second season with 1st Date, our 1997 400 with Cummins 6BTAs. So far our longest trip was bringing her home to Paris...

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February 21st, 2019, 6:45 pm
Line and Net Cutter Systems

Last post by Keith S « February 15th, 2019, 10:50 am
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by denpooch » February 9th, 2019, 12:58 pm

Hey Folks. I am wondering if any of you have one of the line and net 'cutter systems' installed on you boat which help protect your running gear from...

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February 15th, 2019, 10:50 am
1999 Carver 380 Santego Hull Repair

Last post by captainrod « February 10th, 2019, 10:43 am
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by Helkey0214 » November 7th, 2017, 3:21 pm

My husband and I are in the market for a Santego and found one that was damaged in the storms in Texas. However, the damage could be extensive and...

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Last post by captainrod View the latest post
February 10th, 2019, 10:43 am
saw it in post

Last post by Alaska 530 Voyager « February 3rd, 2019, 8:39 pm
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by rjr » January 30th, 2019, 4:55 pm

In one of the recent discussions, the poster mentioned a 'violent' slap on the sun deck from wave action when at rest and said don't worry you'll get...

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February 3rd, 2019, 8:39 pm
Merc vs Volvo Penta

Last post by pepmyster « February 1st, 2019, 5:43 am
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by TruckerTim » January 30th, 2019, 4:30 pm

Looking at 1990’s to 2005 Aft cabins in the 40’+ range. Very familiar w/ Merc I/O’s but have only heard negatives about the Volvo I/O’s. Looking for...
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February 1st, 2019, 5:43 am
10% Tariff on all boats from the US!

Last post by bud37 « January 29th, 2019, 8:12 pm
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by Midnightsun » January 29th, 2019, 12:33 pm

Old news but I only realized this today.

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January 29th, 2019, 8:12 pm
Boat show

Last post by denpooch « January 28th, 2019, 9:29 am
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by pepmyster » January 25th, 2019, 6:32 am

Hey gang! Took the day off and heading to the Toronto Boat Show. Looking for all KINDS of stuff, aas you can figure. Want to replace our chart...
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January 28th, 2019, 9:29 am
Micro Switch corroded

Last post by Salty Cat « January 17th, 2019, 10:38 pm
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by Salty Cat » January 16th, 2019, 12:21 pm

Carver 3007 1981 Aft Cabin
The micro switch under the forward/reverse lever is totally corroded. Can
anybody advise where to get a micro switch...

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January 17th, 2019, 10:38 pm
1989 4207 - Living Aboard

Last post by byresch « January 12th, 2019, 9:36 am
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by PINCHME » September 12th, 2016, 3:53 pm

I would enjoy hearing from anyone who has done the liveaboard experience on a 4207 in colder climates. Do's Don'ts best plan for heat, etc...

PINCH...

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January 12th, 2019, 9:36 am
Drain Plug Reinstall

Last post by Sadey « December 21st, 2018, 3:49 pm
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by Sadey » December 21st, 2018, 8:14 am

Took the drain plug out to see what would come out. Nothing did but should I use TFE paste or Teflon to reinstall? Honestly I can’t remember what was...

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December 21st, 2018, 3:49 pm
2018 What Have You Spent On Your Boat Year To Date

Last post by RGrew176 « December 20th, 2018, 2:27 am
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by RGrew176 » March 30th, 2018, 4:29 am

And so it begins another season of fun in the sun.

2018 Boating Expenses

Cost

1675.00 Summer Dockage Gibraltar Boat Yard
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December 20th, 2018, 2:27 am
Reusing the shrink

Last post by Cooler « December 18th, 2018, 11:04 am
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by km1125 » November 16th, 2018, 10:57 pm

I think this is my 6th year reusing the same shrink. I cut it at the back the first year and rolled it up towards the bow. Stuck it in a bag for the...

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December 18th, 2018, 11:04 am

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