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Virtrifigo Fridge swap out

Last post by Tireless « March 13th, 2022, 11:33 am
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by tonyiiiafl » March 8th, 2022, 9:18 am

I have received my new Virtrifigo fridge to swap out with the original Norcold on my 1994 390CPMY. I pulled the Norcold out and saw the 120V AC line...
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March 13th, 2022, 11:33 am
Stern thruster on 2008 59’ Marquis

Last post by Viper « March 10th, 2022, 11:22 am
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by Yes, Dear » March 8th, 2022, 6:12 pm

Hello everyone, this is my first post on this forum. Just purchased a 2008 59’ Marquis. The stern thruster motor is bad. There are no tags on motor...

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March 10th, 2022, 11:22 am
Head Doorknob

Last post by Ctmangrum « March 10th, 2022, 7:12 am
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by Ctmangrum » February 20th, 2022, 8:24 am

So where would I find a replacement knob set for the head? Doesn't seem like I could just walk into any hardware store and get a replacement for...

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March 10th, 2022, 7:12 am
1976 Mariner 2876 trim tabs

Last post by Ctmangrum « March 10th, 2022, 7:08 am
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by Ctmangrum » February 26th, 2022, 8:59 pm

So I didn't find anything in the original manual about trim tabs. Im troubleshooting to see if there is an actual issue or im just not doong...

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March 10th, 2022, 7:08 am
Repair high gloss cockpit table

Last post by PossiblyPaul « March 8th, 2022, 4:20 pm
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by Benda515 » March 6th, 2022, 10:39 am

I recently scratched my cockpit table and wanted to know if anyone knew of a way to repair it or should I start looking for a replacement

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March 8th, 2022, 4:20 pm
Vertrifico Fridge

Last post by km1125 « March 6th, 2022, 10:08 am
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by tonyiiiafl » March 5th, 2022, 6:11 pm

I got my Virtrifigo fridge today from DEFENDER. POOR installation directions. There is a metal bracket taped to the top and I haven’t a clue where it...

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March 6th, 2022, 10:08 am
Anti skid paint

Last post by km1125 « March 6th, 2022, 10:05 am
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by tonyiiiafl » March 5th, 2022, 6:20 pm

Another project, (in addition to the Side Shift bow thruster, new enclosure, refrigerator) is I would like to freshen up the anti skid on the walk...

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March 6th, 2022, 10:05 am
Fresh water pump.

Last post by bud37 « March 5th, 2022, 9:16 am
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by 6972boss » March 5th, 2022, 12:30 am

Greetings all, we are spending our first night ( in the dock) on our 396. What a blast so far!! We went use our head and had no pressure. I went...

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March 5th, 2022, 9:16 am
Carver 3307 33AFT Alternators upgrade

Last post by plittle2005 « March 4th, 2022, 1:29 am
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by mmccorkell » March 1st, 2022, 4:36 am

Hi

I have purchased a carver 33 AFT from a friend of mine who originally shipped the boat from the USA, so I know her history and have always...

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March 4th, 2022, 1:29 am
replacing clear windows on flybridge

Last post by waybomb « March 1st, 2022, 5:49 pm
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by ontariojeff » February 27th, 2022, 2:33 pm

Hello,

After watching a few youtube videos I think I can do this!
My windows have been torn and trashed (Hurricane Dorian) the fabric potion looks...

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March 1st, 2022, 5:49 pm
Maintenace Schedule Carver 406

Last post by RAW54Bentley « March 1st, 2022, 3:48 am

by RAW54Bentley » March 1st, 2022, 3:48 am

I have just purchased a 1999 406 with Cummins diesels and although I was informed there was an up-to-date maintenance schedule of the vessel, it...

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March 1st, 2022, 3:48 am
Bomar N1039-10A Versus N1039-10P

Last post by tonyiiiafl « February 27th, 2022, 4:22 pm
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by tonyiiiafl » February 27th, 2022, 3:03 pm

Any real difference except the external hinges versus the internal hinges? I need one for my 1994390 and I see the external hinges are backordered,...

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February 27th, 2022, 4:22 pm
Bow & Stern thruster replacement

Last post by ontariojeff « February 26th, 2022, 3:17 pm
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by danclev » October 10th, 2021, 1:54 pm

Recently purchased a 35 SS with inop Volvo Penta QL 600 12v bow thruster. Appears it got locked up and corroded when the forward bilge previously...
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February 26th, 2022, 3:17 pm
flybridge winch

Last post by bud37 « February 25th, 2022, 11:33 am
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by ontariojeff » February 25th, 2022, 9:38 am

Hello,

570 carver pilothouse
Does someone know the lifting capacity of the topside winch?

I am re doing the aft deck (with stick on teak) looking...

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February 25th, 2022, 11:33 am
New zinc placement on 1976 Mariner 2896

Last post by Viper « February 25th, 2022, 7:31 am
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by Ctmangrum » February 23rd, 2022, 8:58 am

Putting my boat in salt water for the first time in a while and need recommendations for anode placements. Checked some of the posts but, there was a...

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February 25th, 2022, 7:31 am
Generator Diesel Fuel Shut Off Valve

Last post by AndiamoSeattle « February 23rd, 2022, 9:41 pm
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by Midnightsun » October 25th, 2020, 10:02 am

Changed my generator filter last week. Found out it has no shutoff valve so I used a vice grip to squeeze the feed line shut while I replaced the...

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February 23rd, 2022, 9:41 pm
Carver 3207 Engine problem

Last post by km1125 « February 23rd, 2022, 8:10 am
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by ataylor233 » January 1st, 2022, 9:18 pm

Hello and Happy New Year,
I have a small engine start problem that i'd like to get fixed or fix before the spring.
SO for my last ride the engine...
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February 23rd, 2022, 8:10 am
raw water pump system

Last post by ontariojeff « February 22nd, 2022, 8:33 pm
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by ontariojeff » February 19th, 2022, 10:10 pm

Hello,

I have been reading helpful information from this site for years.
Figured it was time to join.

I have a list of questions but for now I will...

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February 22nd, 2022, 8:33 pm
Mercruiser 233 drain plugs on a 1976 2896

Last post by Ctmangrum « February 19th, 2022, 11:36 am
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by Ctmangrum » February 19th, 2022, 8:16 am

New owner looking for ALL the drain plugs on this engine. Found the obvious plugs on the risers but don't see the others. I have the manuals for this...

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February 19th, 2022, 11:36 am
Looking for battery selector knob

Last post by Ctmangrum « February 19th, 2022, 5:59 am
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by Ctmangrum » January 24th, 2022, 12:05 pm

Trying to find a battery selector knob for 1976 2896 Mariner. Don't know where to even start. Strictly for the looks. Thanks.
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February 19th, 2022, 5:59 am
New Owner Looking For Parts

Last post by nootcheez « February 17th, 2022, 8:51 am
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by nootcheez » February 16th, 2022, 8:11 am

Hello all!
Have a 1988 Carver 4207. Beautiful craft but needs some small restoration parts; switch cover plates, galley counter edge trim, shower...

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February 17th, 2022, 8:51 am
1989 Carver 3607 - Swim Platform

Last post by Reel Therapy « February 16th, 2022, 10:09 am
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by Reel Therapy » February 13th, 2022, 1:57 pm

Hey All,

Just curious to see if there is an affordable solution to fixing my swim platform? The last owner did not fill holes that were previously...

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February 16th, 2022, 10:09 am
Sideshifter

Last post by tonyiiiafl « February 12th, 2022, 7:39 pm

by tonyiiiafl » February 12th, 2022, 7:39 pm

Sideshifter bow thruster ordered at $550.00 off for boat show pricing. GREAT people! I told him how i was adding the bow this year and stern next and...

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February 12th, 2022, 7:39 pm
Slider Door Lock

Last post by g36 « February 11th, 2022, 6:36 am
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by SeattleMatt » September 28th, 2021, 2:20 am

Does anyone know what brand or what type of replacement lock I can get for this slider. I searched could not find any brand info markings whatsoever....
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February 11th, 2022, 6:36 am
Mariner 420 2004 - water in swim platform

Last post by km1125 « February 10th, 2022, 9:51 am
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by Lruel » February 2nd, 2022, 7:18 am

Hi,

The core underneath the swim platform is delaminated on nearly half of the platform. My fiber repair guy is telling me that this is cuased by...
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February 10th, 2022, 9:51 am

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