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- Poetloverandfriend
- Scurvy Dog
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- Vessel Info: 1983 32' Aft Cabin
- Location: Minnesota USA
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I’m Charlie, a 23-year military veteran. The state that I call home is referred to as “The land of 10,000 lakes”. Minnesota USA.
I just took ownership (three days ago) of my first “big” boat. My 1983 32’ aft cabin needs a little – well, maybe a lot – of love. However, I couldn’t be prouder to call her mine.
She has been on stands at a marina for about 7 years. The previous owner didn’t want to pay to do the repairs needed and was behind on storage fees. He said if I took care of the fees, I could have her.
She has twin 454s. (Update: I believed she had 454s because that is what the mechanic the marina told me. After much advice from the wonderful members here, I did some research and discovered that I was given misinformation, and the engines are instead 350s.)
The previous owner told me that one of the engines was in good/ok shape and that the other one had been pulled, rebuilt, and reinstalled. However, the rebuilt engine still needs the final assembly completed. Manifolds, intake, carb, valve covers and a few other things. All I can do is take his word for all of this as I never saw her run and there is a box of parts along with the bigger pieces lying on the floor.
I am in desperate need of any type of owner’s manuals and maintenance manuals for each of the things on board… Engine, genset, various pumps, electronics, and anything and everything else. Even just bits and pieces of accurate information would be most appreciated. Also, any tips and tricks with regards to the operation of this old girl from those with experience would be happily received.
I am going to post a few pictures of my floating lady (no, that’s not her name), however, you will notice that while most captains showcase the beauty of their boat, mine will not be glamor shots. At least not at first. They will basically be – before and after – types of images. Because I live in the northern U.S., I probably won’t be getting much completed on her during the winter Just the same, as things progress, I will try to include updated pictures for those who might be interested. To some of you, the improvements may not seem like much. However, like a parent watching his child grow and change, they will be big events for me Your comments and or constructive input will always be welcome.
Hopefully, some day, I can meet a few fellow Carver owners. Until then, take care.
- RGrew176
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2022 Stingray 182 SC
2004 Past Commodore
West River Yacht & Cruising Club
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- Vessel Info: 1989 Carver 3807 Aft Cabin
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- buster53
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- Vessel Info: 2001, Carver 356
- Location: Lower Potomac, VA
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I’m assuming you have the model 3207. That boat usually came with 350’s, are you sure you have 454’s? That’s a lot of engine for that boat and will make things pretty tight anytime you need to work in the engine room.
My brother used to have a mid 80’s 3207 as well.
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Good luck with your adventure.
- Cooler
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- Vessel Info: 1995 Carver 330 Mariner
Twin 350XL Crusaders
Home port: Menominee, MI - Location: Green Bay, WI
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( All weather people have to say this on air, near lakes )
- waybomb
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- Joined: February 5th, 2013, 9:24 pm
- Vessel Info: 1995 Boston Whaler Rage15
1987 3697 Carver Mariner
1988 Cougar 46 Kevlar Vee offshore
1969 15' Glasspar / 1967 Johnson Electromatic 85
1996 Boston Whaler Rage 15 - Location: Saint Joseph,Mi
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I have to say the gas is probably bad. When we bought our 3697, it had sat for 10 years. I put an ad in Craigslist to get rid of the bad gas. A local farmer took it all.
Fred
1969 Glaspar Avalon /1969 Johnson Electromatic 85
1987 Carver Mariner
1988 Cougar Kevlar 46' with triple blown 572 ci
1995 Boston Whaler Rage
Past - 1988 2807, 1989 4207 Aft
- buster53
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waybomb wrote:Source of the post Welcome aboard.
If have to say the gas is probably bad. When we bought our 3697, it had sat for 10 years. I put an ad in Craigslist to get rid of the bad gas. A local farmer took it all.
Yep, 7 year old gas is not good and it’s possibly even older than that. Pump it out.
- Poetloverandfriend
- Scurvy Dog
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buster53 wrote:Source of the post Welcome and even if you can’t find the manuals you are looking for, any questions/issues you have, ask here and I’m sure you will get answers.
I’m assuming you have the model 3207. That boat usually came with 350’s, are you sure you have 454’s? That’s a lot of engine for that boat and will make things pretty tight anytime you need to work in the engine room.
My brother used to have a mid 80’s 3207 as well.
"When I was at the marina picking this one up, I stopped to look at a Sea Ray Sundancer340 that they were working on. The marina mechanic told me (referring to the Sea Ray) "She has twin 454, just like your Carver". The only thing I found on the engines on my boat is on the valve cover and it said, "Model 270 Crusader" Does that tell you anything?
Thank you
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