Carver Owners Forum

Greetings!
I now own a 1986 Carver Santa Cruz 2667 w/ the Mercruiser 260 and Alpha 1 gen 1 Outdrive.
I'm a master mechanic who loves fishing the California coast, and am currently getting my Carver in "ship shape" before it's maiden voyage. Previous owner seemed a little "adventurous" and removed the upper flybridge!! I actually think it'll be worthwhile to use the flat roof for fishing things...

Couple things that I'm currently fixing:

--Trim/tilt leak
--took apart, discovered cracked reservoir, I'll take that easy one all day!
--Steering Helm leak-- Found bad seals, possibly b/c previous owner used incorrect fluid and swelled seals
--Likely will need to rebuild carburetor, we shall see when I go to fire it up

Looks pretty good for an old girl. Good luck getting here shipshape. Hope you have many fine adventures aboard.

Welcome aboard

Welcome aboard!! Looking forward to seeing the projects and the pics!

Thanks, all. I'm looking forward to it as well. This boat will require much more work than any of my previous vessels . Challenge accepted!

Earlier today I found the lower transom bolts are corroded pretty bad, probably going to require me to pull the engine and transom assembly unfortunately ...may not have a maiden voyage for awhile...LoL

Maybe they hit a short bridge?
Welcome aboard!

At least you're going to get a good look around that bidge! If that Alpha One outdrive needs any significant repair, just get a new drive. They are very reasonably priced. Welcome to the gang! You and Viper are going to be good friends! er

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!