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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
3607 Aft Cabin Sliding Window Felt Channel

Last post by RGrew176 « June 9th, 2020, 8:22 am
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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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June 9th, 2020, 8:22 am
engine hatch tape

Last post by Ross « June 8th, 2020, 8:51 pm
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by Ross » June 8th, 2020, 8:01 am

I need to replace the rubber gasket/ tape that is stuck to the underside of the engine hatch covers and generator, but am a pretty new boat owner....

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June 8th, 2020, 8:51 pm
prop shaft length

Last post by emunstar « June 7th, 2020, 3:19 pm
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by emunstar » June 3rd, 2020, 1:47 am

Good evening all,

Does anyone know the prop shaft length on a 1986 3227 Convertible?

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June 7th, 2020, 3:19 pm
Window Weather Stripping

Last post by bud37 « June 4th, 2020, 9:53 am
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by Jangocat » May 29th, 2020, 8:59 pm

Hi, I'm looking for information on the fuzzy window weather striping that's between the sliding side windows on our 1975 Carver Santa Cruz. It's...

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June 4th, 2020, 9:53 am
Leak from transom shield

Last post by Viper « June 3rd, 2020, 8:34 pm
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by Vincent3450 » June 1st, 2020, 7:46 pm

Hi, I have a 1987 Santego. Just put it in the water for season and after couple of days someone at marina notice it was taking on water and it had it...
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June 3rd, 2020, 8:34 pm
Green bilge pump indicator light

Last post by ColRon « June 3rd, 2020, 12:39 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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June 3rd, 2020, 12:39 pm
Prop shafted

Last post by km1125 « June 1st, 2020, 3:41 pm
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by Richvan » May 31st, 2020, 1:32 pm

I went out on my Carver yesterday and when pulling back into my slip I lost the starboard prop. I have another set of props and I have already went...

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June 1st, 2020, 3:41 pm
396 power steering

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by 650Guy » May 19th, 2020, 8:14 pm

Ok, this is probably going to be one of my most embarrassing posts. So last fall I purchased an 03 396 with Cummins power. I think I may be low on...
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May 30th, 2020, 8:18 am
Windlass chain

Last post by bud37 « May 30th, 2020, 7:46 am
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by toestedford » May 29th, 2020, 5:18 pm

I have a 1989 Carver Montego 2557 express cruiser. Bought a couple of years ago and have been refurbishing. Question regarding the electric windlass....

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May 30th, 2020, 7:46 am
Sanitation Hoses

Last post by RGrew176 « May 29th, 2020, 10:48 pm
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by toesford » September 21st, 2019, 3:59 pm

New to Forum: Another question. Purchased a 1989 2557 Montego two years ago. 5.7 Mercruiser with Alpha outdrive. 496 total hours. Nice craft but boy,...
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May 29th, 2020, 10:48 pm
Manual pump beside gas tank on starboard side

Last post by Robby Robb Lewis « May 27th, 2020, 8:34 am
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by Robby Robb Lewis » April 25th, 2020, 6:20 pm

Hey guys and gals.
Can one of you tell me what the manual pump beside gas tank is for? It looks like it has a thru hull fitting.
Thx
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May 27th, 2020, 8:34 am
Bridge Throttles Stiff with Throttle Creep

Last post by Viper « May 26th, 2020, 8:32 pm
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by TheNatalina » May 26th, 2020, 11:10 am

The Bridge Throttles on my 1984 28-foot Voyager are stiff and will not hold RPM. When trying to set a Cruising RPM they creep downward. This...

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May 26th, 2020, 8:32 pm
Carver 530 Bow Thruster Issues

Last post by Viper « May 26th, 2020, 8:22 pm
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by kkochner » May 20th, 2020, 5:11 pm

Hey everyone my boat was moved recently for the marina to make some repairs to the pylons. When they moved it back they rode my bow thruster way too...
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May 26th, 2020, 8:22 pm
22 X 22RH 1-3/8" Prop

Last post by Viper « May 25th, 2020, 9:40 pm
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by abcoker » May 21st, 2020, 2:00 pm

My starboard drive shaft sheared off. Insurance says it was a mechanical failure so they aren't covering it even though I clearly hit something. I am...

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May 25th, 2020, 9:40 pm
Seawolf 520

Last post by Midnightsun « May 25th, 2020, 3:20 pm
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by Playmore » May 25th, 2020, 2:47 pm

Does anyone know the wiring diagram for a Seawolf 520. I have replaced the foot switch, and the motor is in good condition, but the motor doesn't run...

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May 25th, 2020, 3:20 pm
Aft deck hardtop weight limit

Last post by g36 « May 22nd, 2020, 9:10 am
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by buster53 » December 1st, 2019, 3:21 pm

Ok, I have a 356 aft cabin with a hardtop over the aft deck. Some years ago, I had a 3807, also with an aft deck hardtop. Owner's manual for both...
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May 22nd, 2020, 9:10 am
Brandin, Actually a Chris Craft Owner, but trying to help a friend with her boat. 1986 32 Mariner

Last post by km1125 « May 21st, 2020, 10:13 am
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by brandinpk » May 18th, 2020, 8:35 pm

Trying to find the replacement bow/deck. windows that are beside the top cushion. For a 1986 Carver Mariner. Thought this might be the best place for...

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May 21st, 2020, 10:13 am
What is it??

Last post by RGrew176 « May 21st, 2020, 9:02 am
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by Peter3607 » May 20th, 2020, 11:01 am

While cleaning my engine room bilge, I found this guy at the bottom. Any idea what it is used for?

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May 21st, 2020, 9:02 am
Fuel Leak in Port Side Fuel Tank

Last post by tomschauer « May 18th, 2020, 8:39 pm
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by steveduncan71 » May 18th, 2020, 12:55 pm

Need help or advice on best way to address a leaking fuel tank that is located on port side next to a 3208 motor in a 1990 Carver / Californian. Any...

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May 18th, 2020, 8:39 pm
Engine room bilge cleaning

Last post by Viper « May 15th, 2020, 10:10 am
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by Peter3607 » May 14th, 2020, 3:04 pm

Does anyone know a reliable Canadian company that can come and clean the engine room bilge (boat located on Western Lake Ontario)? I attempted to...

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May 15th, 2020, 10:10 am
Trim Rings for Saloon Lights for 2004 Carver 466

Last post by wkeith « May 13th, 2020, 4:42 pm
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by wkeith » May 10th, 2020, 11:13 am

I'm sure this has been covered many times before. Where can you purchase the replacement lights and gold and silver trim rings found in most models....

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May 13th, 2020, 4:42 pm
What is a reasonable Annual maintenance allowance for 1992 350 aft cabin?

Last post by RGrew176 « May 13th, 2020, 1:23 am
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by sage » May 8th, 2020, 1:07 pm

Wife and I are first timers. We have had ski and pontoon boats but nothing larger. We are looking at a 1992 350 aft cabin. It appears to be in good...

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May 13th, 2020, 1:23 am
Adding hydrofoil to Dinghy?

Last post by ColRon « May 12th, 2020, 5:35 pm
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by Marty » May 10th, 2020, 8:19 am

Looking for feedback as to if adding a hydrofoil finn will improve ability to plane on my 11' Dinghy (Walker Bay 310)? At times when I have a couple...
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May 12th, 2020, 5:35 pm

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