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Changing radio

Last post by Larryl « June 23rd, 2018, 11:17 am

by Larryl » June 23rd, 2018, 11:17 am

Pulled dumb move changing radio shut down power but forgot constant line cut line, need to find location of fuse for radio constant wire, ran out of...

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June 23rd, 2018, 11:17 am
Blower system

Last post by Viper « June 20th, 2018, 1:40 pm
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by Hharperson » June 20th, 2018, 7:58 am

I am going through this boat system by system and concerning the engine compartment blowers I am a little confused.
When I turn the blower switch on...

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June 20th, 2018, 1:40 pm
Can my hull repair wait until fall or must I do it now?

Last post by Viper « June 14th, 2018, 11:17 pm
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by lakeman » June 13th, 2018, 9:44 pm

Just bought a 1977 Carver Mariner 2896. Since I'm not that smart, I tend to learn things the hard way and I promptly scraped up the lowest part of...

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June 14th, 2018, 11:17 pm
1999 Carver 504

Last post by SplashyLady « June 14th, 2018, 10:17 am
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by samcrouse » June 13th, 2018, 8:17 am

We have a table and chairs in our salon and want to replace it with a built in L-shaped couch.

Also, on our lower bridge we want to replace the...

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June 14th, 2018, 10:17 am
Troubleshooting Norcold DE0051

Last post by SeaDog3807 « June 13th, 2018, 6:18 pm
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by SeaDog3807 » June 8th, 2018, 1:28 am

Looking for some good advice to give me a little more insight on getting my Norcold DE0051 running.

I have download and began to test things...

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June 13th, 2018, 6:18 pm
Norcold Frig Parts - free!

Last post by km1125 « June 12th, 2018, 12:45 pm
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by SplashyLady » July 22nd, 2017, 1:39 pm
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I'm replacing the original 7 cu ft Norcold DE-461/DE-561 Frig on my 3227 with a nice, new, expensive DE-0061R . This is the larger frig used on...

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June 12th, 2018, 12:45 pm
1987 280 Voyager Swim Platform

Last post by MuzzledRooster « June 12th, 2018, 12:36 pm
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by Iceagetech » February 13th, 2016, 7:03 pm
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Swim platform on my 1987 280 Voyager was squishy, so I replaced it. It turned out amazing.
Used swimplatforms.com.

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June 12th, 2018, 12:36 pm
Rudder Adjustment "tow"

Last post by Viper « June 12th, 2018, 7:29 am
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by 390Express » June 9th, 2018, 12:57 pm
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I have read that rudders aren't supposed to be exactly parallel, and that one should be towed "in" a little. Mine aren't perfectly...

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June 12th, 2018, 7:29 am
Engine Room Lights

Last post by Midnightsun « June 11th, 2018, 5:39 am
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by AlexHardesty » May 17th, 2018, 12:22 pm
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I have a '06 41 CMY new to us as of end of last season. Getting ready for the '18 season and something continues to elude me... the switch to turn on...

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June 11th, 2018, 5:39 am
De winterization and drain plugs

Last post by 390Express « June 9th, 2018, 7:59 pm
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by Repsolboy » May 23rd, 2018, 10:57 pm

Hi,
We are first year with the Carver mariner and seeking some advice on where the drain plugs go on the Crusader 5.7 mpi engine. There are six in...

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June 9th, 2018, 7:59 pm
Vacu Flush Woes

Last post by Midnightsun « July 11th, 2018, 10:14 pm
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by Midnightsun » May 10th, 2018, 5:17 am

Started firing up the systems on the boat only to find the forward toilet would not build a vacuum. I push the flush pedal, the bowl opens, water...
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July 11th, 2018, 10:14 pm
Shower Faucet

Last post by bud37 « June 8th, 2018, 8:52 am
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by CaptBob » May 29th, 2018, 9:02 am

I have a leak. Don't like leaks. This one is in the shower faucet in the head. (yes, a dreaded wet head! now even wetter!)

Boat 04 360SS, the...
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June 8th, 2018, 8:52 am
404 Fuel Tank Replacement

Last post by Viper « June 3rd, 2018, 6:09 pm
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by Liza404 » May 28th, 2018, 9:14 am

Has anyone had a port fuel tank replaced on 404? Approximate cost.
Thanks - David

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June 3rd, 2018, 6:09 pm
Re-bedding Forward Hatch

Last post by waybomb « May 31st, 2018, 8:21 pm
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by denpooch » May 31st, 2018, 7:52 pm
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Hey Folks,
I would like to re-bed the forward stateroom hatch. My fiberglass guy ran a moisture meter on the deck and determined that I am likely...

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May 31st, 2018, 8:21 pm
Water tank issue....

Last post by SharonAnne « May 30th, 2018, 3:01 pm
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by SharonAnne » May 28th, 2018, 7:53 am
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I have a 1989 Carver Montego 2557. Just got her in the water and have an issue with my water freshwater. I filled the water tank but no water is...

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May 30th, 2018, 3:01 pm
AC discharge

Last post by buster53 « May 29th, 2018, 9:16 am
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by Grafunkus » May 21st, 2018, 7:06 pm
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Grafunkus went in this week!!! Yeah!!! Turned on the generator, because we had it tuned up over the winter, and the ac unit (to create load for the...
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May 29th, 2018, 9:16 am
Blower Hose Replacement

Last post by kdredding « May 29th, 2018, 8:52 am
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by kdredding » May 24th, 2018, 2:06 pm
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Does anytone know how to install new bilge blower hoses to the side vents of a 1996 Carver Santego 380? They are extremely difficult to access?

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May 29th, 2018, 8:52 am
Plumbing, Alternative 15mm Quick Disconnect Fittings

Last post by bud37 « May 28th, 2018, 8:51 am
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by Midnightsun » May 28th, 2018, 6:58 am
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These fittings have always been a pita to get a hold of. Usually out of stock, special order not to mention expensive. Came across this at Home...

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May 28th, 2018, 8:51 am
Engine Temps are Off

Last post by Viper « May 25th, 2018, 8:03 pm
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by nautiyachti » May 25th, 2018, 2:40 pm
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i suspect I'm still in range but I noticed that my engines are reading different temps.

Port reads 170 Celsius and my starboard reads 150 Celsius....

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May 25th, 2018, 8:03 pm
Mariner Exhaust "Snorkel"

Last post by bud37 « May 25th, 2018, 7:28 pm
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by sandro.klersy » May 25th, 2018, 1:33 pm
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Hi guys
Please someone can tell me more about the exhaust "snorkel" installed by carver on many models? Do you know the manufacturer or the...

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May 25th, 2018, 7:28 pm
The Highly Interesting Garboard Plug

Last post by tomschauer « May 23rd, 2018, 10:13 pm
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by Eggbert » May 21st, 2018, 9:35 am
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This year I am replacing my garboard drain plug. Why? My own fault, and the story might help prevent someone else from doing it.

The plug is located...

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May 23rd, 2018, 10:13 pm
Gas overflow - Fuel Vent On Montego Midcabin Clogged?

Last post by RGrew176 « May 23rd, 2018, 4:35 am
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by NashvilleMartini » May 20th, 2018, 12:15 am

I went to the dock to fill up but we could not get more than a few gallons pumped into a 3/4 empty tank. Even the slightest amount of gas pumped in...
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May 23rd, 2018, 4:35 am
ele. cabinet door latch

Last post by Viper « May 22nd, 2018, 4:39 pm
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by A Lee » May 21st, 2018, 2:21 pm

I need to replace the black plastic door latch on electrical cabinet. It has a built in light that comes on when door is opened. I have looked at...

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May 22nd, 2018, 4:39 pm
Port/Starboard Handrails

Last post by StDuckie « May 18th, 2018, 11:57 am
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by StDuckie » March 20th, 2018, 6:47 pm
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Are the screws that hold the handrails wood or machine w/a nut?
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May 18th, 2018, 11:57 am
QL Thruster OIL

Last post by WKS46 voyager « May 18th, 2018, 8:57 am
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by A Lee » April 4th, 2018, 1:08 pm

What type of oil is recommended for the QL thruster?

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May 18th, 2018, 8:57 am

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