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The A & B switch on the port side of the salon in my 1988 3807. Can any one tell me what this is for ?? Thank you

Last post by bud37 « February 9th, 2018, 2:43 pm
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by Kitklem » February 1st, 2018, 10:43 pm

I just bought a 1988 3807. And on the port side of the salon just above the stereo on the wall is a switch with A & B on it. Can any one tell me...

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February 9th, 2018, 2:43 pm
Water in starboard rear engine bilge

Last post by RickieT « February 2nd, 2018, 8:29 pm
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by RickieT » February 2nd, 2018, 5:29 pm

Hadn't been to the boat in a week was working on another project with my port engine overheating. Did notice a lot of water in the starboard bilge...

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February 2nd, 2018, 8:29 pm
Rebuilding Sherwood E35 raw pumps

Last post by mjk1040 « February 1st, 2018, 6:00 am
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by MakinTime » May 1st, 2017, 6:46 pm
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Hi guys, I am considering doing a major overhaul on my Sherwood raw water pumps. I am not sure if they have ever been done. I was planning on...
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February 1st, 2018, 6:00 am
466 Telephone Intercom Ops

Last post by allhanzondeck « January 28th, 2018, 4:31 pm
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by allhanzondeck » January 25th, 2018, 12:43 pm

Our new-to-us 2001 466 did not come with any Carver OEM manuals. We'd appreciate input on how the telephone intercom works. I presume it's some sort...

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January 28th, 2018, 4:31 pm
Access to AC unit on 3297

Last post by Wizardinthehouse « January 28th, 2018, 10:01 am

by Wizardinthehouse » January 28th, 2018, 10:01 am

Hello - I just bought a 1986 Mariner 3297. It has an AC unit under the galley counter on the port side. It’s winter in Buffalo so the boat is still...

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January 28th, 2018, 10:01 am
Window leaks

Last post by bud37 « January 17th, 2018, 8:31 am
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by Seif911 » April 29th, 2013, 5:11 pm

Hey all,
My boat is officially in it's slip. Yay!!! I see the water stains on the inside wood from the windows leaking. I spent a few hours digging...
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January 17th, 2018, 8:31 am
Tracing Internal Waterleaks

Last post by Wayne162 « January 16th, 2018, 10:02 pm
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by Wayne162 » May 21st, 2017, 9:17 pm
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I get a little crazy when I find water in my bilge and try to locate its source and correct it when it occurs. Recently I had a stubborn source that...
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January 16th, 2018, 10:02 pm
Carver logo

Last post by Viper « January 16th, 2018, 2:51 pm
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by bobfrog » January 16th, 2018, 8:19 am

I am the proud owner of a 98 2650 Special. One of the letters from the Carver logo is missing and I would like to replace it for less than $100! Does...

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January 16th, 2018, 2:51 pm
Flooring templates

Last post by MakinTime « January 15th, 2018, 5:50 pm
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by dougiemn » January 15th, 2018, 5:31 am
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I once saw an online site that had various flooring templates for boats, but I can't find it now.

We want to install simulated teak flooring on our...

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January 15th, 2018, 5:50 pm
2003 Carver 53' voyager spotlight

Last post by John Easley « January 15th, 2018, 12:49 pm
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by capgattis » January 7th, 2018, 11:20 pm
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Hello, we just purchased a 2003 Carver 53' voyager in Ft. Lauderdale. Someone removed the search light from the bow rail but the wires are still...

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January 15th, 2018, 12:49 pm
Recessed light trim rings 350 Mariner

Last post by 650Guy « January 13th, 2018, 8:51 am
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by anothernewb » October 12th, 2017, 11:07 pm

I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction to find suitable replacement trim rings for the recessed lighting on my 2000 350 Mariner....

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January 13th, 2018, 8:51 am
3607 rudder replacement

Last post by chiroman24 « January 10th, 2018, 8:33 pm
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by chiroman24 » January 9th, 2018, 5:06 pm
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Does anyone know of someone parting out a 3607 or know where to buy replacement rudders for a 3607?? I was able to remove a bent rudder with no...

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January 10th, 2018, 8:33 pm
Windlass Simpson Lawrence seawolf 520

Last post by jordibrel « January 5th, 2018, 11:57 am

by jordibrel » January 5th, 2018, 11:57 am

Hi
I have that windlass 12v motor burnt. I can renew the inside but I have the problem of the top and coals that have to be substitued. Any an idea...

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January 5th, 2018, 11:57 am
Looking for this gasket

Last post by paboater76 « December 31st, 2017, 7:27 am
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by paboater76 » December 30th, 2017, 3:42 pm

Hello all,

Hoping someone can help, I'm redoing my cabin doors on my 84' 3207. I'm looking for this gasket, i've looked online and come up empty...

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December 31st, 2017, 7:27 am
What is this and where does it go?

Last post by mjk1040 « December 30th, 2017, 6:44 am
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by amanphoto » December 26th, 2017, 5:00 pm

I have this mystery hose in my bilge of my 1999 Carver Mariner 350. I'm not sure where it goes or what it does. The house is laying next to my hot...

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December 30th, 2017, 6:44 am
Bilge blower 560 Voyager

Last post by Boa Vida « December 28th, 2017, 12:15 pm

by Boa Vida » December 28th, 2017, 12:15 pm

Would like to replace the bilge blower on my 560 Voyager. I can see them mounted above the fuel tanks on the outboard side but can’t figure out how...

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December 28th, 2017, 12:15 pm
450 Voyager door

Last post by Agriman « December 24th, 2017, 12:22 pm
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by mjmason1 » December 23rd, 2017, 2:11 pm

I am looking fir advice on lubricating the salon slider on my 2000 450 Voyager. It is a heavy door!

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December 24th, 2017, 12:22 pm
Carver 1995 320 exessive exhaust noise

Last post by bud37 « December 22nd, 2017, 11:18 am
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by handyaussie » December 20th, 2017, 1:51 am

This a first post from Handyaussie.
My 1995 carver is LOUD. 78 decibels. I am trying to quieten the beast down. Twin gm 350 with Crusader manifold,...

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December 22nd, 2017, 11:18 am
Trim Tabs

Last post by gets us wet « December 17th, 2017, 3:18 pm
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by gets us wet » September 20th, 2016, 5:42 pm

Does anyone know about the trim tabs on a 1981 33' mariner?I guess the biggest problem is there gone???????????????????,Ive put it off as long as I...
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December 17th, 2017, 3:18 pm
Fresh Water System Pump

Last post by amanphoto « December 16th, 2017, 7:10 pm
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by amanphoto » December 10th, 2017, 8:43 pm

I would like to replace my fresh water's holding tank pump with a new pump. My current pump works fine, but it is making some noise and I would like...
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December 16th, 2017, 7:10 pm
1979 3326 Voyager Flybridge removal

Last post by RobNCD « December 16th, 2017, 6:53 pm

by RobNCD » December 16th, 2017, 6:53 pm

I have purchased a 1978 Voyager and am trying to get it shipped. Can anyone help me out with a general idea as to how the flybridge comes off? I can...

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December 16th, 2017, 6:53 pm
Plug/caps on sundeck railing

Last post by bud37 « December 16th, 2017, 4:20 pm
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by BH_AtEase » December 16th, 2017, 1:05 pm

Needing to replace the white plastic caps that cover the screw holes along the top rail (star board?) that surrounds the sundeck enclosure on my 97...

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December 16th, 2017, 4:20 pm
Cleaning the exterior snap in carpet

Last post by jcoll « December 14th, 2017, 6:17 pm
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by yardley99 » December 11th, 2017, 3:52 pm
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Any suggestions on cleaning the exterior outside carpet? i would like to start using it but when I purchased the boat it was dirty and looks worn. I...

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Last post by jcoll View the latest post
December 14th, 2017, 6:17 pm
fresh water tank leaking

Last post by bud37 « December 8th, 2017, 9:28 am
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by tc'sbackporch » December 7th, 2017, 12:15 pm

we have a 4207 and the fresh water tank is a bladder under the floor beside the dinette table and the pantry. has anyone took one out and repaired it.

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December 8th, 2017, 9:28 am
Rudder sending unit adjustment

Last post by Nharrison5 « December 4th, 2017, 12:02 am
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by Nharrison5 » December 1st, 2017, 8:37 pm
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Any ideas on how to loosen, adjust, and re-tighten this rudder sending unit? I am off on the gauge by about 5%. It is tough to get back in there and...
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December 4th, 2017, 12:02 am

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