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Gas engine tachometers

Last post by km1125 « June 23rd, 2023, 9:52 am
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by MyPleasure » April 3rd, 2023, 2:37 pm

Hi Fellas, has anyone else got this problem with the tachometers? The port engine tachometer doesn’t work at the bridge, but works fine at the lower...

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June 23rd, 2023, 9:52 am
Small Covered Port on Bridge with two terminals?

Last post by Hoplite808 « June 22nd, 2023, 2:27 am
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by theorifice » June 4th, 2023, 8:04 pm

What is this port for?

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June 22nd, 2023, 2:27 am
Wireless cameras for security

Last post by tonyiiiafl « June 16th, 2023, 3:59 am
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by tonyiiiafl » May 5th, 2023, 3:18 am

Anyone using wireless cameras for security? Looking more for ones that do not require a subscription.

Input welcomed!

Best and thank you

Tony
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June 16th, 2023, 3:59 am
Tight Steering Issue

Last post by mjk1040 « June 15th, 2023, 10:16 pm
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by Thelma Jean I » May 28th, 2023, 11:36 pm

Hello all!!

My steering is really tight.. added fluid and it is still a little tight.. any suggestions?

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June 15th, 2023, 10:16 pm
Carver 406 - All leaks found repaired - Dry Bilge

Last post by kgarguilo « June 14th, 2023, 10:06 am
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by kgarguilo » June 11th, 2023, 6:31 pm

I have a few posts that I have replied to over time and thought all of these would be helpful in one place.

When I purchased this boat in December...

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June 14th, 2023, 10:06 am
battery shut of switch panel panel

Last post by SmokingSailor « June 9th, 2023, 4:28 pm
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by henry » February 17th, 2022, 9:58 am

i have a 1987 carver 3297 mariner there is a 50 amp circuit breaker in the panel i have no 12v power and this breaker will not re set anyone know the...

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June 9th, 2023, 4:28 pm
Carver 405 fuel tanks, pickup tubes

Last post by krawdad « June 8th, 2023, 2:59 pm
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by krawdad » June 6th, 2023, 2:52 pm

Hello all, I have a 1999 405. My fuel tanks were made by Florida Marine. Has anyone here ever tried to take the fuel pickup tube out of their tanks...

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June 8th, 2023, 2:59 pm
What size nut is this?

Last post by KyleR « June 7th, 2023, 3:37 pm
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by KyleR » May 27th, 2023, 8:07 am

This may be a silly question, but I'd like a second opinion before I go purchasing the wrong tool. I'll be changing both Tides shaft seal kits (the...
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June 7th, 2023, 3:37 pm
1988 3607 aft cabin

Last post by km1125 « June 6th, 2023, 7:29 pm
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by Davet » June 6th, 2023, 1:47 pm

Hey folks!.....can someone help me? I'm trying to locate the raw water thru hull inlet. Also, I lost my owners manual and schematic diagrams....or I...

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June 6th, 2023, 7:29 pm
Installation of blackwater holding tank in1986 Carver Mariner 32.

Last post by Doc o bay « June 6th, 2023, 7:05 pm
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by Doc o bay » June 5th, 2023, 1:33 pm

Hi, I'm buying this well maintained Carver 32 to use as a part time live aboard. It has never had a black water holding tank, and I'll need to...

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June 6th, 2023, 7:05 pm
2007 36 MY rudder mount leak/corrosion

Last post by bud37 « June 6th, 2023, 4:38 pm
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by CKSflier » June 6th, 2023, 12:15 pm

I have owned a 2007 36 MY for two years (first boat/yacht); the prior owner (not the original owner) took exceptional mechanical care and installed...

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June 6th, 2023, 4:38 pm
Anchor Rode Washdown Hose

Last post by KyleR « June 5th, 2023, 7:58 am
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by denpooch » May 29th, 2023, 6:34 pm

Hey Mates,

I would like to install a chain 'wash down' hose when weighing the anchor on my 2005 Mariner.
I am thinking of tapping into the line that...

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June 5th, 2023, 7:58 am
New member with 2000 Carver 530 Sliding salon door

Last post by thisDave « June 3rd, 2023, 6:15 pm
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by Bmack » July 1st, 2021, 8:42 pm

I am looking for information on how to adjust the Salon rear sliding glass door. The door is rolling freely, but strikes the center post between the...

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June 3rd, 2023, 6:15 pm
Windless Issue

Last post by tomschauer « May 31st, 2023, 11:23 pm
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by denpooch » May 7th, 2023, 8:58 am

Hello crew. Recently I noticed that my Maxwell windless was neither dropping or lifting the anchor. No response from the control. So I was thinking...

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May 31st, 2023, 11:23 pm
2000 356

Last post by tomschauer « May 31st, 2023, 11:09 pm
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by Gary Rose » May 27th, 2023, 11:01 am

Looking for a lid for the incounter ice bucket for my 2000 356. Any ideas????

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May 31st, 2023, 11:09 pm
Seawater Wash Fitting Location

Last post by RyanJames22 « May 31st, 2023, 12:09 am
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by nootcheez » July 13th, 2021, 4:55 pm

New to Carver ownership so this may be a dumb question.
Where is the fitting located for seawater wash. Owner guide only says aft deck or cockpit. No...

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May 31st, 2023, 12:09 am
Toilet "cleaner?" Reservoir. How does it connect?

Last post by theorifice « May 30th, 2023, 11:56 am

by theorifice » May 30th, 2023, 11:56 am

On the base of our head (Crown Head I'm pretty sure), there is a reservoir that looks like it should contain toilet fluid of some sort. There was a...

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May 30th, 2023, 11:56 am
1993 300 Sedan forward window frame replacement

Last post by Dusty Bilges « May 29th, 2023, 12:22 pm
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by Dusty Bilges » May 21st, 2023, 1:19 pm

It appears to me that the forward window frames (and possibly the forward parts of the side windows) are made of wood and are deteriorated to the...

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May 29th, 2023, 12:22 pm
FRIDGE NOT GETTING COLD

Last post by jhnybgood « May 28th, 2023, 11:25 am
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by jhnybgood » May 26th, 2023, 10:50 pm

Nolt sure where to put this, but here it is...the fridge in my 1991 Carver 26 command bridge I just bought isn't getting cold. Has power. Freon?...

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May 28th, 2023, 11:25 am
state room port hole window replacements

Last post by superbyrd « May 25th, 2023, 4:22 pm
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by boatmaster » May 22nd, 2023, 9:36 am

I need to replace the stateroom port hole windows on my 1986 Mariner. Where can I find suitable replacements?

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May 25th, 2023, 4:22 pm
Replaced exhaust risers

Last post by tonyiiiafl « May 22nd, 2023, 8:07 pm
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by tonyiiiafl » May 19th, 2023, 7:11 pm

Replaced my 6 year old risers on the 454’s. Truly still in good shape. Had some corrosion on the throat of one of the manifolds. However, riser edges...
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May 22nd, 2023, 8:07 pm
2007 65 Marquis Gelcoat Match??

Last post by Viper « May 22nd, 2023, 7:41 pm
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by YachtWrx » May 22nd, 2023, 7:34 pm

Hey.

Where is my best bet to find matched gelcoat for a 65 Marquis from 2007?
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May 22nd, 2023, 7:41 pm
Slow to drain sink and shower.

Last post by plittle2005 « May 22nd, 2023, 10:58 am
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by trwestman » May 20th, 2023, 8:02 am

(New owner)Carver 506 Aft Cabin sink is draining slow. I have removed the drain to inspect for hair buildup and found none. In my land home I would...

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Last post by plittle2005 View the latest post
May 22nd, 2023, 10:58 am
450 Voyager windshield wipers

Last post by Coldcruisin « May 22nd, 2023, 7:31 am
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by warren.corbin » May 20th, 2023, 6:54 pm

Any idea where to buy replacement wiper blades. Ones made for autos don’t work with the connection to wiper arms. 1999 Voyager 450.

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May 22nd, 2023, 7:31 am
Repair wall covering

Last post by Hold'n On II « May 18th, 2023, 10:27 pm
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by tgebler » May 11th, 2023, 7:22 am

I have a 2000 396 aft cabin. Some of the vinyl wall covering is sagging (best description I can provide). Has anyone dealt with this issue and, if...

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May 18th, 2023, 10:27 pm

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