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Prop shaft seizing

Last post by Viper « October 2nd, 2022, 1:12 pm
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by Ken McDonald » October 1st, 2022, 8:01 pm

Hi I'm a new member and in need of some mechanical advise; on my 1987 3807 aft cabin with 454s. The starboard engine prop shaft does not turn freely....
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October 2nd, 2022, 1:12 pm
Mildew

Last post by KyleR « September 30th, 2022, 7:48 pm
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by Ctmangrum » September 30th, 2022, 7:16 pm

So what's everyone using/doing to prevent mildew on your decks? I have a remedy to get rid of it once it's there but, not
Prevention.

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September 30th, 2022, 7:48 pm
cockpit floor

Last post by five0clock « September 27th, 2022, 1:52 pm

by five0clock » September 27th, 2022, 1:52 pm

I have a 2004 Carver564CPMY, I was told the cockpit floor is removable, does anyone know for sure if it is removable or not? My old boat was a 1996...

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September 27th, 2022, 1:52 pm
fuel filter change 6.1 L Part # RP080026

Last post by Midnightsun « September 25th, 2022, 8:20 am
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by ehschneider » September 24th, 2022, 3:25 pm

Where is it located on the engine and how do I replace it. Hasn't been changed in 2 seasons...

Thanks!

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September 25th, 2022, 8:20 am
Changing points in 1976 mercruiser 233

Last post by Ctmangrum « September 20th, 2022, 8:52 am
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by Ctmangrum » September 5th, 2022, 5:06 pm

Can someone direct me to a post describing how to change and adjust points? Im sure it's here somewhere but can't find it. Thanks.
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September 20th, 2022, 8:52 am
Anyone know what this is on my flame arrestor?

Last post by Ctmangrum « September 19th, 2022, 12:19 pm
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by Ctmangrum » September 18th, 2022, 5:35 pm

This isn't a vacuum advance is it?

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September 19th, 2022, 12:19 pm
Volvo D6 Diesel Leak

Last post by Midnightsun « September 17th, 2022, 7:39 am
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by Midnightsun » May 24th, 2022, 6:26 am

Seems I have sprung a small leak on my port engine. Before I start ripping things apart, is there a common place to look for a leak on these engines...

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September 17th, 2022, 7:39 am
Inline fuel prime pump Carver 350 Mariner

Last post by itscaptainmjcarver « September 16th, 2022, 2:20 pm
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by itscaptainmjcarver » September 12th, 2022, 11:37 am

Can anyone tell me the model number or a source for this inline fuel pump? (I'll try to attach an image here too). Carver 350 Mariner. My engine...

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September 16th, 2022, 2:20 pm
Pertronix ignitor in 1976 mercruiser 233 Ford 351m

Last post by Ctmangrum « September 15th, 2022, 11:21 am

by Ctmangrum » September 15th, 2022, 11:21 am

Anyone happen to upgrade to this electronic ignition? Looking at this brand and hot spark. Thanks.

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September 15th, 2022, 11:21 am
Click Flooring

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by Viper » September 4th, 2022, 9:30 am

It's time to replace our carpeting throughout and my thoughts are leaning towards a wooden plank look rather than carpeting again. I'm looking at...
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September 11th, 2022, 8:46 pm
Glass Doors

Last post by Pura Vida « September 11th, 2022, 3:36 pm
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by Gag_Halfront » January 28th, 2021, 8:40 pm

I see a lot of people call them sliding doors, but they _usually_ are actually rolling doors. And mine were awful. I didn't see exactly what I was...

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September 11th, 2022, 3:36 pm
Leaking hydraulic steering fluid

Last post by Dusty Bilges « September 10th, 2022, 2:00 pm
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by Dusty Bilges » August 6th, 2022, 2:05 pm

Me: "I gotta leak on my boat."
Mechanic: "Go ahead, it's your boat."

So coming into the dock at Thunderbird Lodge on beautiful...
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September 10th, 2022, 2:00 pm
What maint do you do / recommend when yacht is put into heated indoor storage for winter?

Last post by Midnightsun « September 10th, 2022, 10:13 am
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by JeffandErin » September 8th, 2022, 12:54 pm

Greetings All -
New owner of a 1984 Carver 3607. Boat is currently docked in a marina in upstate NY.

I have had previous boats (all smaller and...

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September 10th, 2022, 10:13 am
Icer-Ette Model 85 Ice Maker Inop

Last post by KyleR « September 8th, 2022, 4:14 am
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by Mikwallace » September 2nd, 2022, 11:33 pm

We bought a 1998 405 Aft Cabin and during the Survey the inspector could not confirm the ice maker was operational because of a fresh water pump...

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September 8th, 2022, 4:14 am
Where to get Onan generator impeller?

Last post by KyleR « September 7th, 2022, 7:29 pm
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by KyleR » September 7th, 2022, 2:54 pm

I have an Onan 10kw generator, model MDKWB, series E, and am trying to find a raw water impeller.

Based on a manual I found online it looks like the...

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September 7th, 2022, 7:29 pm
Coffee maker

Last post by womide « September 5th, 2022, 4:12 am
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by rhelfman » April 9th, 2021, 12:17 pm

Can someone please give me a model number and brand for the coffee maker that fits into the galley cutout. I have a 2004 466 but I believe they are...

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September 5th, 2022, 4:12 am
Stern thruster SP1300 replacement

Last post by Yes, Dear « August 31st, 2022, 8:53 pm
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by Yes, Dear » August 31st, 2022, 6:20 pm

Hello all, I have a 2008 59’ Marquis. The stern thruster has stopped working. It is a Volvo Penta SP1300, 24 volts. Two motor shops have told me the...

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August 31st, 2022, 8:53 pm
Replacement or repair of Stern Bench on 1988 Santego 30

Last post by theorifice « August 29th, 2022, 1:56 pm
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by theorifice » August 22nd, 2022, 11:21 am

Newbie move. Second time docking and swung stern wide and clipped neighboring boat's anchor on the stern bench. The port side bench mounting tore out...

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August 29th, 2022, 1:56 pm
Strike plate for a 396

Last post by KyleR « August 29th, 2022, 1:42 pm
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by frankptam » August 28th, 2022, 4:39 pm

Hello, We lost the strike plate for an aft cockpit door. Does anyone know where I can find one? Thanks, Frank

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August 29th, 2022, 1:42 pm
New fuel line - solid to braided

Last post by tomschauer « August 27th, 2022, 12:10 am
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by DoubleTrouble71 » August 14th, 2022, 6:09 pm

Hi all,

I had to replace a fuel pump on my 454XLs and during that change the solid fuel line from the fuel filter to the fuel pump must have flexed...
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August 27th, 2022, 12:10 am
Engine room heater

Last post by Jay Fusaro « August 26th, 2022, 6:38 pm
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by Jay Fusaro » August 26th, 2022, 10:17 am

Hi everyone, did a quick search and didn’t see anything – please feel free to direct me to a thread if there is one. We should be closing soon on a...

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August 26th, 2022, 6:38 pm
3467 carver santego shift cables

Last post by jayarrington1103 « August 24th, 2022, 6:40 pm

by jayarrington1103 » August 24th, 2022, 6:40 pm

I have a 89 Carver santego 3467 and would like to know if anyone know the length of the shift cables (port and starboard) or a part number that i can...

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August 24th, 2022, 6:40 pm
Shaft seal leaking - cost of replacement.

Last post by AaHubb « August 23rd, 2022, 10:22 am
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by tgebler » August 22nd, 2022, 9:18 am

I found water leaking from the starboard shaft seal on my 2000 396 aft cabin. Can anyone give me an idea for the cost of replacing the shaft seal? Of...

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August 23rd, 2022, 10:22 am
Side deck drain leaking

Last post by 366man! « August 22nd, 2022, 4:28 pm

by 366man! » August 22nd, 2022, 4:28 pm

I believe I have a side deck drain leaking. Water finds its way into the aft cabin head. I guess there is a tube within the drain that is cracked....

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August 22nd, 2022, 4:28 pm
Calling all Carver 38 SS owners

Last post by Piratesholly « August 22nd, 2022, 11:07 am
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by Piratesholly » August 22nd, 2022, 7:28 am

Hi,
I was wondering if you could give a fellow Carver 38 SS owner a hand? I have a cracked window on the port side and need to replace it. I think...

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August 22nd, 2022, 11:07 am

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