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How to lubricate throttle cable on 350 Mariner

Last post by tomschauer « April 6th, 2020, 7:27 pm
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by Outandaboat » March 4th, 2018, 8:24 pm

Hi Everyone,
My Starboard throttle sticks and I have to jamb it forward to get the engines to sync. Do I just need to oil the cable or do I need a...

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April 6th, 2020, 7:27 pm
Green bilge pump indicator light

Last post by BarryK « April 5th, 2020, 11:47 pm
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by BarryK » March 29th, 2020, 12:26 pm

Hi all,

1990 Santego 3467:
One of the bilge pump lights is not working. The pump and the float switch are fine. How do I remove and replace the...

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April 5th, 2020, 11:47 pm
Renewed clear PVC on bridge enclosure

Last post by waybomb « April 4th, 2020, 4:44 pm
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by tonyiiiafl » April 4th, 2020, 3:19 pm

In prepping for the season, I wanted to see how I could renew the bridge enclosure. It was yellowing (vinyl clear windows) and hard to see out....

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April 4th, 2020, 4:44 pm
Replacement of Isinglass

Last post by waybomb « April 3rd, 2020, 5:57 pm
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by tgebler » April 3rd, 2020, 11:11 am

I am looking to replace the canvas and isinglass for my 2000 396 aft cabin. It would include the cockpit and the flying bridge. Any idea what I can...

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April 3rd, 2020, 5:57 pm
side window folding latches for 366

Last post by hargsnz « March 21st, 2020, 6:45 pm
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by hargsnz » March 20th, 2020, 9:58 pm

I need to replace the folding side window latches on my 2003 366. Mine have just rusted & seized up & trying to clear them the soft metal...

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March 21st, 2020, 6:45 pm
Recommendations please...

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by denpooch » March 19th, 2020, 7:54 pm

Does anyone have a recommendation for a Random Orbital Polishing Machine? There are a plethora for sale.
Shurehold features a unit ( mfg#3500) that...

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March 21st, 2020, 4:28 pm
Latch for Deck Box for 466 MY

Last post by g36 « March 16th, 2020, 11:35 am
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by wkeith » March 15th, 2020, 7:00 pm

Looking for a replacement latch for the swim platform dock box. Probably the same for 355/356 and 405/406.
Thanks

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March 16th, 2020, 11:35 am
Was: Deck Core Thickness? NOW: Deck Replacement

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by BenTen » March 6th, 2019, 3:39 pm

I've tried searching but couldn't come up with an answer: What is the Balsa Core thickness that was used on the decks of an 80's Carver Mariner...
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March 8th, 2020, 10:11 pm
Swim Platform Dilemma

Last post by tomschauer « March 7th, 2020, 11:31 pm
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by Craig_B » March 7th, 2020, 10:52 am

With spring approaching I want to tackle an issue from last season.
When we purchased our Santego last spring one of the big selling factors was the...

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March 7th, 2020, 11:31 pm
Bridge Height

Last post by mjk1040 « March 5th, 2020, 5:19 pm
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by hawkinscm2 » February 28th, 2020, 8:44 am

Does anyone know the bridge height or waterline height of a 98 355 aft with radar and arch? We just bought one in another state and need to get a...

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March 5th, 2020, 5:19 pm
Which engine?

Last post by Oldie « March 1st, 2020, 11:35 pm
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by Goldgopher » February 15th, 2020, 10:44 pm

Good evening fellow boaters, We own a 1973 Carver 2890 Mariner. From what I know and have found out from Carver, is that this model came with a 255...
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March 1st, 2020, 11:35 pm
windshield wiper blades

Last post by golgi « March 1st, 2020, 10:35 am
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by A Lee » April 1st, 2018, 10:09 am

I own a 2005 56' Voyger that is currently 4 hrs away. I would like to purchase wiper blades for a upcoming trip to get the boat home. Does anyone...

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March 1st, 2020, 10:35 am
Greatly appreciate your feed back

Last post by waybomb « February 27th, 2020, 6:52 pm
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by Kolbrit » December 29th, 2019, 9:07 pm

I have a fresh water 84 Carver 3227 that is back in the ocean. I have no service records other than the condition I purchased the boat which is near...

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February 27th, 2020, 6:52 pm
looking for railing supplier

Last post by philryan « February 23rd, 2020, 9:19 am
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by philryan » February 20th, 2020, 6:38 pm

Hi everyone.
I'm looking to replace the port bow rail on my boat as mine was recently damaged in a storm while on dry dock.

I have the part numbers...

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February 23rd, 2020, 9:19 am
4207 Fuel Tank Replacement

Last post by Lee_B « February 22nd, 2020, 11:19 pm
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by Lee_B » April 20th, 2019, 10:54 am

Looking for some advice.... Just purchased a 1989 Carver 4207 with 3208 Cats. It has a bad fuel tank on the port side and my plan is to replace the...
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February 22nd, 2020, 11:19 pm
checking and cleaning black water tank sensors

Last post by Cliffm « February 21st, 2020, 10:05 pm
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by Cliffm » February 10th, 2020, 11:29 am

Our 2006 Carver 36 MY was equipped Tank watch 4 system for both tanks. They were not reading correctly, we we wanted to remove and troubleshoot....

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February 21st, 2020, 10:05 pm
1994 Carver 350 Aft Cabin- replacement throttle and Shifters

Last post by Cooler « February 21st, 2020, 1:03 pm
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by eswickberg » February 21st, 2020, 11:21 am

I've recently purchased a 1994 Carver 350 Aft Cabin. The upper helm shifter and throttle controls are looking a bit worn and I'm looking to replace...

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February 21st, 2020, 1:03 pm
Batteries / Battery Charger

Last post by denpooch « February 19th, 2020, 8:37 am
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by denpooch » February 13th, 2020, 9:30 pm

Hey Folks I have a question regarding batteries. I borrowed a 'snap on' tools battery tester and I have two batteries that must be replaced. Last...
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February 19th, 2020, 8:37 am
How to remove wood from cabin entry for refinishing?

Last post by BarryK « February 18th, 2020, 11:40 pm
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by BarryK » February 17th, 2020, 2:51 am

Hi all,

There is a piece of wood that you step over when you enter the cabin on my Santego 3467 (1990). I'd like to remove it for refinishing. I...

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February 18th, 2020, 11:40 pm
Gas fume detector goes off after idling for a while

Last post by km1125 « February 17th, 2020, 9:46 am
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by VicB » October 23rd, 2018, 9:40 am

Hi guys,
My wife and I are new to larger boats and just purchased a 88' 3807. We noticed when idling at a stand still for any length of time that our...
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February 17th, 2020, 9:46 am
3607 Aft Cabin Sliding Window Felt Channel

Last post by quickdecision « February 16th, 2020, 8:46 pm
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by StDuckie » August 17th, 2019, 3:33 pm

Hello all. Is it necessary to remove the window frame from outside to accommodate replacing the felt channel? Thanks. Doug
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February 16th, 2020, 8:46 pm
QL Bow Thruster

Last post by Viper « February 5th, 2020, 9:19 pm
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by Tireless » February 4th, 2020, 12:08 pm

I have been researching stern thrusters for my boat, because I hate the winter and want to think about all things boat. I think you can all relate....

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February 5th, 2020, 9:19 pm
water leak from arch area 2006 Carver 36 MY

Last post by Cliffm « February 3rd, 2020, 9:33 am
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by Cliffm » January 26th, 2020, 10:52 pm

I believe we have a water leak coming from the arch area of our 2006 36MY Carver (leaking from the access panels) . I understand after 14yrs we may...

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February 3rd, 2020, 9:33 am
Shore Power

Last post by Viper « February 2nd, 2020, 10:30 pm
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by Tireless » January 29th, 2020, 1:03 pm

Okay, it is now the end of January and the temp where I live is currently -6 below Celsius. Unlike our friends to the south, my boat is frozen and...
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February 2nd, 2020, 10:30 pm
Found parts for obsolete bow thruster!

Last post by pepmyster « January 27th, 2020, 5:57 am
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by kurfew61 » January 26th, 2020, 4:24 pm

Hey Guys, I stripped out the gears on my QL BP1200 bow thruster. Tried to order new parts but they are obsolete and no longer available. After a lot...

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January 27th, 2020, 5:57 am

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