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Sleep area upgrade tips?

Last post by Marty « August 9th, 2019, 6:32 am
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by Marty » July 29th, 2019, 2:15 pm

General question....On our 326 Aft we have two beds in the aft (one twin and one single) that the kids and friends mostly use. That leaves the Vberth...

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August 9th, 2019, 6:32 am
How well does your Norcold work?

Last post by km1125 « August 8th, 2019, 11:01 pm
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by MakinTime » May 18th, 2018, 6:58 am

I have a 7cu ft Norcold refrigerator/freezer in the galley of my 3607 and I have never been really happy with it since I got my boat a few years ago....

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August 8th, 2019, 11:01 pm
Cleaning the Engine Compartment

Last post by mjk1040 « August 6th, 2019, 6:36 am
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by denpooch » August 4th, 2019, 11:40 am

Hey folks. I would like to know how you go about degreasing and cleaning your engine compartment. She is looking a bit grungy. Thanks for your...

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August 6th, 2019, 6:36 am
Engine Sync gauge versus rpm guage

Last post by Viper « August 5th, 2019, 10:46 am
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by Dusty Bilges » August 4th, 2019, 1:56 pm

Have about 12 hours now on my new-to-me 300 Sedan and continue trying to figure out best trim/rpms/speed/ range.
When my engine sync gauge shows...

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August 5th, 2019, 10:46 am
Electro Fishing, OH MY!

Last post by ColRon « August 1st, 2019, 5:18 pm
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by Midnightsun » August 1st, 2019, 4:49 pm

I think most of us have heard about the Asian carp invasion. little do we know how bad it is until......

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August 1st, 2019, 5:18 pm
Where is my vacuum canister?

Last post by zoomiej « July 12th, 2019, 10:38 pm
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by zoomiej » July 2nd, 2019, 10:17 pm

Where is the vacuum canister on my 396?

Thanks

J

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July 12th, 2019, 10:38 pm
When Boating Authorities Don't Protect Us.

Last post by km1125 « July 11th, 2019, 12:36 pm
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by Wayne162 » July 10th, 2019, 12:40 am

I recently traveled the ICW from Charleston, SC to North Myrtle Beach. My trip was after the fourth of July and appeared to be an uneventful trip...

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July 11th, 2019, 12:36 pm
Question regarding cruising rpm's

Last post by bud37 « July 8th, 2019, 8:56 am
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by denpooch » June 19th, 2019, 6:02 pm

Hi folks,
I just got back from a trip and ran my 6.0 Crusader's around 3200 rpm to 3400 rpm's. The Mariner weights about 9 tons.
I mentioned this to...
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July 8th, 2019, 8:56 am
Hull Speed

Last post by Ed Schumacher « July 6th, 2019, 12:31 am
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by RGrew176 » August 4th, 2016, 12:48 am

I have a 1981 3007 Aft Cabin powered by twin 270 Crusaders (5.7's) I have a trip coming up next week. It is just under a 40 mile run. I am...
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July 6th, 2019, 12:31 am
Advice Kemah,Texas

Last post by Scape1 « July 4th, 2019, 10:36 am

by Scape1 » July 4th, 2019, 10:36 am

Thinking of moving my boat from inland Lake to Kemah, Texas
Waterford Harbor Marina. Advice on Marina,Destinations, pros and cons of the area. Thank...

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July 4th, 2019, 10:36 am
Finally found it!!

Last post by km1125 « June 20th, 2019, 1:52 pm
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by km1125 » June 17th, 2019, 2:47 pm

For a couple YEARS now I've been looking around for a Navionics card which I was SURE I had but could not find anywhere. Searched the boat, searched...

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June 20th, 2019, 1:52 pm
buying a boat, help to choose!

Last post by Jon2 « June 20th, 2019, 9:59 am

by Jon2 » June 20th, 2019, 9:59 am

Looking for a boat for my wife. Basically, something small to go back and forth from Glendale docks to Welch. Pretty much decided on a Boston Whaler...

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June 20th, 2019, 9:59 am
Insurance?

Last post by ColRon « June 19th, 2019, 6:03 pm
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by mjk1040 » May 14th, 2019, 1:19 pm

Ok all, been with Foremost Insurance for 4 +/- years at a fair price I thought for 2 boats for under $600.00/year. Agent just called and said the...
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June 19th, 2019, 6:03 pm
Winterizing The Coffee Machine?

Last post by Midnightsun « June 17th, 2019, 7:10 am
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by Midnightsun » June 17th, 2019, 4:50 am

Odd topic this time of year however worth mentioning.

Got a fancy Nespresso Vertuo Plus coffee machine for the boat last year. Found out the hard...

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June 17th, 2019, 7:10 am
12' Inflatable Dinghy or 14' Jet Boat?

Last post by km1125 « June 6th, 2019, 12:58 pm
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by RobGunn » June 5th, 2019, 11:14 am

OK, just putting this out there to get others option. We've been thinking of getting a Inflatable dinghy to use around the marina and tow behind our...

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June 6th, 2019, 12:58 pm
Leaving the Carver Family

Last post by mjk1040 « June 5th, 2019, 5:43 am
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by Makin Waves » June 4th, 2019, 5:36 pm

We just traded our Carver 2006 46 MY for a 2011 Regal 5260, I always liked the Regal. I enjoyed my time here, friendly people good advise.
Thanks
Dave

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June 5th, 2019, 5:43 am
3607 aft cabin mattress

Last post by km1125 « May 18th, 2019, 9:02 am
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by Ruthietea » March 11th, 2017, 3:16 pm

I am buying a 1988, 3607 aft cabin. It is 500 Miles away, so I can't go measure myself. It is in storage and the owner can't do it either. I want to...
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May 18th, 2019, 9:02 am
Time for a New Carver?

Last post by tomschauer « May 16th, 2019, 8:56 pm
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by SpaceCowboy » May 15th, 2019, 5:16 pm

My 2006 Carver 42 Super Sport has treated me well, but I think it's time to upgrade to a newer vessel.

Currently, my eyes are set on this beauty:...

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May 16th, 2019, 8:56 pm
Which One

Last post by RGrew176 « May 14th, 2019, 1:43 am
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by RGrew176 » May 8th, 2019, 2:19 am

This year at the Detroit Boat Show I spent some time looking at PWC's (jet skis). There were only 2 brands represented at the show Sea Doo and...
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May 14th, 2019, 1:43 am
9.9hp.. 2 stroke vs 9.9hp.. 4 stroke

Last post by RGrew176 « May 12th, 2019, 8:50 pm
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by bud37 » May 9th, 2019, 9:35 am

Lately thinking to go from our old Mariner 9.9 to a _________ fill in the blank under 10hp four stroke. Just getting a bit old mixing gas etc. Engine...

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May 12th, 2019, 8:50 pm
Carver 41 CMY - dining table

Last post by Midnightsun « May 10th, 2019, 3:58 am
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by bobcinga » May 9th, 2019, 11:37 pm

Does anyone know if the dining table on a 2006 Carver 41 CMY converts to a bed?

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May 10th, 2019, 3:58 am
Shout Out to Pat the Parts Guy at Marquis Yatchs

Last post by pepmyster « May 3rd, 2019, 5:57 am
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by Sadey » May 1st, 2019, 4:49 pm

Called once again for a silly little part. Roller latch for the shore power door on my 356 broke. Couldn’t find an exact so I called Pat and with...
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May 3rd, 2019, 5:57 am
Kick out window seal

Last post by 1992330aftcabin « April 30th, 2019, 4:20 pm

by 1992330aftcabin » April 30th, 2019, 4:20 pm

Ok another challenge for my Carver Yacht owners. I have a kick out window in my aft cabin of my 1992 330. I would like to replace the outside rubber...

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April 30th, 2019, 4:20 pm
Surface Piercing Drives

Last post by tomschauer « April 28th, 2019, 1:47 am
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by Midnightsun » April 25th, 2019, 2:08 pm

So what did you think, should I invest in surface piercing drives on Midnight Sun? :-D :-D
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April 28th, 2019, 1:47 am
Remote Monitoring System

Last post by Midnightsun « April 26th, 2019, 11:40 am
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by Midnightsun » February 6th, 2019, 8:21 am

Been looking for something affordable when it comes to boat systems remote monitoring. Came across this which looks very promising. They do advertise...
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April 26th, 2019, 11:40 am

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