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Vibration between 1800-2100 rpm

Last post by BarryK « June 1st, 2021, 6:03 pm
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by vickyb » May 28th, 2021, 4:23 pm

My boat was recently surveyed 3 weeks ago when outside the water and shafts and props were found to be fine. However, when in the water, there is a...

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June 1st, 2021, 6:03 pm
1992 280 sedan window question

Last post by Phrancus « May 31st, 2021, 4:36 pm
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by Phrancus » May 23rd, 2021, 3:42 pm

Found the ventilation possibilties a bit minimal for our boat. And there was some dripping here and there when the winds are strong. In the past the...

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May 31st, 2021, 4:36 pm
Charging on Alternator

Last post by bud37 « May 31st, 2021, 2:06 pm
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by vickyb » May 31st, 2021, 8:45 am

From the Boat schematics, I see that all 3 charging systems go to the charger unit: Alternator, Generator and Shore Power. From there it seems to...

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May 31st, 2021, 2:06 pm
356 AC trim tab question

Last post by km1125 « May 30th, 2021, 9:09 am
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by V12diablo » May 17th, 2021, 9:38 pm

So, I fired up both engines this weekend , tested the transmissions, and all seamed good. Tested the trim tabs on both sides and the did not seem to...
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May 30th, 2021, 9:09 am
Sudden limit to 3200 rpm

Last post by km1125 « May 28th, 2021, 10:14 pm
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by vickyb » May 23rd, 2021, 7:43 am

Hello,

I was on plane across the lake yesterday at 3900 rpm. Engine temp, oil pressure everything normal but suddenly both engines dropped down to...
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May 28th, 2021, 10:14 pm
2002 Carver 506 Refrigerator Parts

Last post by km1125 « May 28th, 2021, 1:23 pm
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by bandersen55 » May 9th, 2021, 11:57 am

I own a 2002 506. I believe it has the original refrigerators. They work fine but many of the brackets on the door shelves have broken. Does anyone...

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May 28th, 2021, 1:23 pm
Falling mirror

Last post by Viper « May 27th, 2021, 9:54 pm
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by bandersen55 » May 27th, 2021, 2:06 pm

Attached is a picture of the mirror above the master bed. It's starting to come loose. I'm assuming it's glued to the ceiling. Can anyone verify that?

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May 27th, 2021, 9:54 pm
Engine compartment blowers

Last post by bandersen55 « May 27th, 2021, 2:02 pm
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by LetGoJones » May 19th, 2021, 12:30 pm

Hello working on my 2004 Carver 36 and the engine compartment blowers are not getting power, I have power at the helm switch and cabin panel but no...
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May 27th, 2021, 2:02 pm
Holding Tank Outside Vent

Last post by CaptDenny « May 25th, 2021, 4:07 pm
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by CaptDenny » May 25th, 2021, 9:53 am

My 98 Aft Cabin 405 has 2 holding tanks that service our 2 VacuFlush Heads.
I usually have them pumped out at our marina and if I venture miles out...

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May 25th, 2021, 4:07 pm
Helm Dashboard Labels - 1986 Carver 3607

Last post by hinzee623 « May 25th, 2021, 1:00 pm
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by hinzee623 » May 25th, 2021, 12:43 pm

Hi -
Some of the labels on my helm have wore off. I want to relabel them. I recently bought this boat so I do not even know what it may or may not...

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May 25th, 2021, 1:00 pm
Front windshield Vent for 2004 466 Aft Cabin

Last post by wkeith « May 25th, 2021, 11:32 am
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by wkeith » May 23rd, 2021, 8:30 am

Has anyone modified their front windshield to add a vent in the lower part for better air flow?
Thanks,
Walter

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May 25th, 2021, 11:32 am
City water pressure

Last post by km1125 « May 24th, 2021, 8:54 am
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by pepmyster » May 17th, 2021, 1:41 pm

Guys, I'm sure this has been discussed before. I went to the boat to glue down my Sea Deck, I connected my city water hose to the boat. No pressure...
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May 24th, 2021, 8:54 am
Fuel tank leaking

Last post by plittle2005 « May 23rd, 2021, 11:41 pm
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by brianshahan » April 1st, 2021, 11:32 pm

Just bought a Carver Santa Cruz 25 foot with a remain 351.
Starts great but the guy that I bought it from took me for a serious ride. I am working on...
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May 23rd, 2021, 11:41 pm
Throttle cables for 89 2767 Santego

Last post by Viper « May 23rd, 2021, 10:22 pm
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by deviouslittleone » May 23rd, 2021, 5:11 pm

:banghead: hi everyone, I'm fixing another person's "diy special" I have an 89 santego 2767, spend last year rebuilding carbs, new water...

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May 23rd, 2021, 10:22 pm
Blocking for Storage

Last post by Viper « May 23rd, 2021, 10:16 pm
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by Dusty Bilges » October 5th, 2019, 11:03 am

8874.jpeg My marina which is about 100% houseboats hauled my 1993 300 Sedan and put it on wood blocks on the four corners instead of on the keel. Is...
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May 23rd, 2021, 10:16 pm
Gas Grill

Last post by Viper « May 21st, 2021, 9:00 pm
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by HudsonRiver01 » May 20th, 2021, 9:03 pm

OK, so stupid question. I just purchased a propane grill (Kuuma). Instead of using the small screw on tanks, can I just purchase a propane grill set...

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May 21st, 2021, 9:00 pm
Garmin/electronics tech Tidewater area

Last post by bradlesh « May 20th, 2021, 6:45 pm

by bradlesh » May 20th, 2021, 6:45 pm

Looking for some help in replacing my existing garmin system with newer equipment. Have 1040sx and wanting to swap to (2) 1712's (have the equipment)...

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May 20th, 2021, 6:45 pm
Insulation

Last post by PAULDOC « May 18th, 2021, 12:24 pm
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by PAULDOC » May 11th, 2021, 6:57 pm

Hi All,
I have a lot of black stuff lying loose behind both gas tanks. Looks like flaked off insulation to me. Any suggestions as to what
I should...

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May 18th, 2021, 12:24 pm
Automatic Halon Replacement question Kidde Mariner Fyre Watch Model 170 Halon 1211

Last post by tomschauer « May 17th, 2021, 10:29 pm
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by tricountytrail » May 16th, 2021, 11:39 am

Looking to get this replaced or upgraded any thoughts or ideas?
Kidde Mariner Fyre Watch Model 170 Halon 1211
It is about as big as regular fire...

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May 17th, 2021, 10:29 pm
Replacing Fireboy Halon 100cg

Last post by tomschauer « May 16th, 2021, 10:35 pm
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by mitchellp » May 15th, 2021, 11:43 am

Hi,
I have 1989 Carver 3897 aft needing to replace fireboy halon suppression system. Could not find any instructions how to remove safely.

Please...

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May 16th, 2021, 10:35 pm
2001 Santego Merc 8.1s Horizon raw water cooling

Last post by 2001santego « May 15th, 2021, 2:57 pm
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by 2001santego » May 7th, 2021, 3:14 pm

Pro active maintenance performed for the new boating season. Replaced impellers and orings for raw water circuits on both engines. Brass pump housing...

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May 15th, 2021, 2:57 pm
Dashboard Covers

Last post by dave907 « May 14th, 2021, 9:33 pm

by dave907 » May 14th, 2021, 9:33 pm

Hello all:

I just took posession of a new (to us) 2001 Carver 530 Pilothouse. Just finished up a passage bringing her across the state of Florida...

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May 14th, 2021, 9:33 pm
Hydraulic dinghy lift

Last post by Viper « May 13th, 2021, 10:05 am
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by rgaidies » May 13th, 2021, 9:35 am

Hydraulic lift question. Hoping someone knows some basics on hydraulic lift activation. My dinghy lift is 1992 vintage.
The remote control no longer...

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May 13th, 2021, 10:05 am
Bilge Blower replacement for 466

Last post by Viper « May 12th, 2021, 8:37 pm
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by wkeith » May 12th, 2021, 8:10 pm

My bilge blower is too loud and needs replacing. Any suggestions on best solution.
Thanks,
Walter
2004 Carver 466
Very Bullish II

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May 12th, 2021, 8:37 pm
1981 3607 Aft Cabin Thru Hull Access

Last post by km1125 « May 12th, 2021, 5:44 pm
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by LaReve » May 12th, 2021, 10:45 am

My 1981 3607 is going to need new thru hulls soon. On the stbd side (midship) there are 2 overboard that I need to replace. From what I can see, the...

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May 12th, 2021, 5:44 pm

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