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Good news and bad news

Last post by Viper « July 4th, 2020, 11:27 am
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by Cooler » July 4th, 2020, 9:58 am

First the good....a guy came into the store the other day with a new stainless steel, high gloss Danforth anchor. Asked if we could consign it and I...

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July 4th, 2020, 11:27 am
Gas Smell

Last post by Viper « July 3rd, 2020, 6:50 am
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by Struggler » July 2nd, 2020, 11:32 am

I’ve searched for this topic and have some ideas based on posts that I’ve found, but wanted to throw this out here....after running, I am smelling...

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July 3rd, 2020, 6:50 am
Replacing lenses for port windows- 360 Mariner

Last post by Jack « July 2nd, 2020, 10:51 am
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by boat36forfun » April 14th, 2020, 10:14 am

I have to replace 2 cracked lenses on the bedroom windows. Are there any tips on how to remove the pin and spring that go thru the hinges holding...

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July 2nd, 2020, 10:51 am
Clunking in prop shaft at low RPM

Last post by mjk1040 « June 30th, 2020, 8:17 pm
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by Burnut » June 29th, 2020, 6:33 pm

Has anyone experienced a loud clunking in the prop shaft at low RPM. When adding just a little power it goes away and runs great. We greased the zerk...

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June 30th, 2020, 8:17 pm
Water under port engine (where are limber holes??)

Last post by bud37 « June 27th, 2020, 6:31 pm
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by Zwick2020 » June 15th, 2020, 12:42 pm

I recently bought a 97' 320 Voyager in very good shape. On my first trip to go get it ready I noticed a lot of water (5" +) under the port...

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June 27th, 2020, 6:31 pm
Batteries / Battery Charger

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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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June 27th, 2020, 2:03 pm
Poop/waste coming out starboard vent after flushing, please help!

Last post by bud37 « June 27th, 2020, 9:55 am
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by KazAttack » June 26th, 2020, 4:00 am

Hi! I’ve been researching all I can to solve my issue. I have a 1998 Carver 370 Vogayer with a Vacuflush system. After flushing the toilet, during...

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June 27th, 2020, 9:55 am
Engine Rotation

Last post by Legacy33 « June 25th, 2020, 9:58 pm
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by Jeanmardn » June 18th, 2020, 7:18 am

1978 Carver 3396 Mariner. Hello. I really need some help with this. I believe that my boat has twin 351 Windsor engines and according to my research,...

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June 25th, 2020, 9:58 pm
Gel coat

Last post by Cooler « June 24th, 2020, 9:35 am
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by throwback2 » June 5th, 2020, 3:19 pm

On 6/3/20,sanded taped and gel coated the port side deck on my 28' Carver.Today 6/5,did the other side.Used a 3" high nap roller that left the...

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June 24th, 2020, 9:35 am
Cracks near Mariner sliding glass door

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by nhm » March 21st, 2018, 8:05 am

Hi Folks,

I was wondering if anyone who owns a mid-late 80s mariner has diagnosed or delt with cracks below the sliding glass door? Does this area...
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June 23rd, 2020, 3:52 pm
Question about water coming out exhaust.

Last post by waybomb « June 23rd, 2020, 12:41 pm
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by VicB » June 11th, 2020, 10:45 pm

I have a 88’ 3807. For lack of a better term, there seems to be an exhaust vault glassed into each side of the boat. There are holes on each side...

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June 23rd, 2020, 12:41 pm
Bottom paint - paint props and rudders.

Last post by Dark Horse « June 22nd, 2020, 7:27 pm
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by Dark Horse » June 21st, 2020, 8:07 pm

Hello all,
I just spent quite a few hours over the last week fixing blisters and then bottom painting the boat (what fun!)
My question is should I...

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June 22nd, 2020, 7:27 pm
Trying to learn/fix my Santego

Last post by Marcq « June 22nd, 2020, 10:51 am
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by Marcq » April 27th, 2020, 2:35 pm

Hi guy!! Slowly learning/fixing my 1989 Santego 3067
Can someone tell me was is that setup, just in front of the head
Red arrow, where is that hose...
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June 22nd, 2020, 10:51 am
Hinge pin problem, Bowmar hatch

Last post by BarryK « June 20th, 2020, 1:32 pm
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by BarryK » June 12th, 2020, 4:23 pm

Hi all,

I have a Bowmar hatch from 1990. One of the hinge pins is partway out. I'm not sure how it got that way. No info from prior owner. The pin...

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June 20th, 2020, 1:32 pm
Eisenglass

Last post by g36 « June 17th, 2020, 12:54 pm
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by rjr » June 15th, 2020, 8:39 am

Recently had the rear bridge window replaced using strataglass. Installer said window could be cleaned with a weak vinegar & water mixture. Does...

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June 17th, 2020, 12:54 pm
Single engine trolling on twin vdrive Carver

Last post by jgsalentine « June 16th, 2020, 10:49 pm
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by Fishboy » April 26th, 2020, 12:43 pm

Hi all!

Fishboy here, and first of all thanks for all the info! I’ve been searching the site to learn about Carver boats and I’m getting an...
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June 16th, 2020, 10:49 pm
Carver 3227 Exhaust Mufflers?

Last post by SplashyLady « June 16th, 2020, 4:11 pm
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by Coastie78 » June 16th, 2020, 8:52 am

Good morning, I am looking to replace my 3227's mufflers/exhausts? I put a question mark because I am not sure if they are mufflers or just echo...

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June 16th, 2020, 4:11 pm
Santego Helm/Dash Switch Label faded

Last post by km1125 « June 16th, 2020, 12:59 pm
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by lionfish37 » June 14th, 2020, 2:37 pm

I have a 1990 Carver santego and the dash switches lots the labeling. Does anyone have a one that you can take a picture for me? I would appreciate...

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June 16th, 2020, 12:59 pm
39MY Side Door Positioning Pin broke off

Last post by rrueckl « June 13th, 2020, 1:00 pm
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by rrueckl » May 16th, 2020, 11:35 am

The exterior side entry door to 39MY has a spring-loaded hard plastic pin that snaps into a catch plate in the floor. The pin travels the full height...

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June 13th, 2020, 1:00 pm
Oil in cooling system

Last post by Viper « June 12th, 2020, 10:57 pm
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by rgaidies » June 12th, 2020, 7:32 am

1992 Carver CPMY 43 Twin Cummins diesel 300 HP
when summerizing vessel tech found oil in the cooling reservoir.
I've been wicking out the oil with...

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June 12th, 2020, 10:57 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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June 12th, 2020, 9:27 am
Guest Search light replacement

Last post by Jangocat « June 12th, 2020, 12:24 am
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by cpoint » June 10th, 2020, 9:40 pm

Hi all. Last week I noticed moisture in the lens of my search light (I mean few ounces of water) actually. Opened up the lens and emptied, when I try...

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June 12th, 2020, 12:24 am
Shaft Packing

Last post by Coastie78 « June 11th, 2020, 6:58 pm
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by Coastie78 » June 5th, 2020, 6:44 am

Good morning, I am in the process of learning all about shaft packing. I was in the bilges of my 1985 3227 tightening my packing nut. I realized as I...

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June 11th, 2020, 6:58 pm
White Cup Holders

Last post by tomschauer « June 9th, 2020, 5:49 pm
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by wkeith » June 9th, 2020, 9:08 am

My 2004 466 MY has 9 white cup holders on the bridge. The cup holders have a hole in the bottom and are attached to a hose for drainage. Anyone know...

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June 9th, 2020, 5:49 pm
Spare Switch on 12V Panel Turns on Fan

Last post by Austinorson « June 9th, 2020, 5:31 pm
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by gmac98004 » June 8th, 2020, 12:16 pm

Hello Everyone,

We are just starting to get involved with our new (to us) 1998 355 Aft Cabin. It's in top shape and we love all of it!

One item...

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June 9th, 2020, 5:31 pm

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