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View the latest post Attachment(s) 2002 346 Aft Cabin Salon Side Window Latches
- Posted by: kautrand » September 23rd, 2024, 12:26 pm
- Forum: Carver Yachts Forum - Model Discussion
Looking for replacement latches for the side pop out windows on a 02 346 Aft Cabin. Checked with Great Lakes Skipper and they don't have them.
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View the latest post Transducer Location Carver 500
- Posted by: CatherineM » September 23rd, 2024, 10:50 am
- Forum: Electronics & Navigation
I inherited a thru the hull transducer with my Carver 500 that was never installed. Where have my 500 peeps installed theirs on the hull?
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View the latest post Aft Blackwater Tank Location Carver 500
- Posted by: CatherineM » September 23rd, 2024, 10:46 am
- Forum: AC/Heat, Plumbing & Sanitation
What is the best access to pull and replace?
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View the latest post Attachment(s) Port hole hinges for 1998 26ft Mid cabin express
- Posted by: csuchyaz » September 23rd, 2024, 12:05 am
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
Just curious if anyone could tell me the technical name of the ball and tension hinges attached to the plexiglas that seals the portholes and if there is ANY way to get my hands on some. I included a couple pictures of them below.
please contact me at csuchyaz@aol.com or reply here.
Thank you
Chris
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View the latest post Circuit dropped but breaker did not trip
- Posted by: AC3207 » September 22nd, 2024, 9:35 am
- Forum: Electrical
Out yesterday on 1986 Carver Aft Cabin. Running generator (Kohler) that has 2 30 amp circuits. One has two ac units on it and nothing else. Running both AC units and all of a sudden they both quit. Checked panel and loss of voltage on that circuit but breaker did not trip. panel seemed fairly warm to touch. Let it cool off for a bit and tried resetting breaker and no voltage still. Once I got back to house hooked shore power up and circuit and ac units work fine. Is this a breaker issue or a generator issue? Thanks.
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View the latest post Replacing electric stove/oven
- Posted by: MyPleasure » September 18th, 2024, 1:04 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
Hi Fellas, I want to replace the electric stove/oven on our 36 Carver with a propane stove. My insurance company tells me that it has to be a “marine” stove. As far as I can find out, there’s really no difference between an “RV” stove, and a “marine” stove, except some stainless, and a big difference in price!
Of course I guess that it doesn’t really matter what I think, if the insurance company says that I have to have a marine stove, so I’ll have to spend the big dollar and buy the marine stove. Has anyone else run into the same problem with their insurance company?
I plan on installing the propane tank in a propane locker on the swimgrid like I’ve seen on other Carvers, and run the propane line through the transom up to the galley. I installed a new propane stove on out 4207 years ago, but I do remember that it was a big job!
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View the latest post Attachment(s) Loss of RPM’s on both engines at wot
- Posted by: Merkinbrumsky » September 16th, 2024, 2:47 pm
- Forum: Gas Engines/Transmissions
Had the boat out yesterday and put it up on plane for the first time in a while. Could only reach 3000 rpm and 16 mph at wot. Applied tabs to get up on top but missing about 10-12mph.Port and stbd engines running at same rpm. Normal would be 4300ish rpm. Bottom is clean. Props haven’t been touched. Engines are 305 merc’s on a 28’ carver voyager. Marina did plugs, wires, caps and timing end of last summer and boat was running tip top.Thinking it might be a fuel issue as I filled and stabilized last fall and have only burned half a tank this year so far. Seems odd that it would happen to both engines at the same time when running off separate tanks. Marina just did tranny service and water pumps, a month ago, oil pressure and engine temps are normal. Engines start, idle and run smooth. Just missing the top end. Any suggestions. I have ordered fuel filters and will replace next time at the boat.
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View the latest post Attachment(s) 2000 Carver 356 breaker for battery charger.
- Posted by: cpoint » September 16th, 2024, 2:10 pm
- Forum: Electrical
Hi everyone,
This post is a follow-up to my previous one, but since that got a bit long with multiple topics, I’m starting fresh here.
Due to limited time on the boat over the past two years, I haven’t had a chance to work on some mechanical issues. My latest challenge is related to replacing the battery charger. The original one died, so I purchased a compatible replacement and installed it without any issues. However, I’ve noticed a problem: the house battery only charges when I have the selector set to BOTH (1+2).
I know from our previous discussion that the selector switch shouldn’t affect charging. But since I don’t have much time to troubleshoot, I’ve decided to replace the breaker under the stairs that controls charging for batteries 1, 2, and 3. All three breakers are currently in the ON position, yet the house battery (2) doesn't charge when I select 2 or OFF.
When I switch to BOTH (1+2), everything works fine and the house battery charges. If I leave it on 2 and turn on all powered systems, everything shuts off after a couple of hours. Switching back to BOTH restores power, and after a while, the house battery charges fully. From what we've previously discussed, I’m pretty sure the breaker for battery 2 is cracked or has gone bad.
Next time I’m at the boat, I plan to replace the breaker. Since I won’t be able to return for a week or two, I’d like to have the replacement ready beforehand. My question is: does anyone know which breaker switch would be a suitable replacement for the original one in a 2000 Carver 356? I’m assuming the original breaker is no longer available, but I’ll attach a photo of what I currently have. I’ve searched online but haven’t found a match, and I’m not sure what amps or specs I need to look for.
If anyone has replaced theirs or has information on where I can find a compatible breaker, I’d appreciate the help!
Thanks!
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View the latest post Attachment(s) 366 bow and stern thrusters
- Posted by: Carverlvr2 » September 15th, 2024, 11:07 pm
- Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Greetings all! I am new here and trying to wade through the different forums and topics but don’t see what I’m looking for. I am about to take possession of a 2004 366 aft cabin and planned on adding the SideShift 350 bow and stern thrusters after the survey and title transfer is complete but still pulled and blocked. The bow should be strait forward enough assuming there’s access to the bow bilge under the bed or from the anchor locker but the stern has me concerned. I’ve read here how the swim platform is basically an extension of the planing surface and it appears there’s only a few inches between it and the water line. Maybe enough to mount the L bracket and get all 4 bolts above the WL? Other option is to mount from the swim platform but no idea if it’s strong enough or what materials may be internal that I may run into. Hoping someone on here with a 366/36/360 has some experience with this? Photos would be awesome. Even if just of the access areas.
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View the latest post 2000 374 voyager water heater tank
- Posted by: 333 » September 15th, 2024, 3:56 pm
- Forum: General Repairs & Maintenance
I just purchased a used 2000 carver 374 voyager cabin cruiser. The hot water tank is locater on the port side of the port engine {330 cumins}. the hot and cold water line is disconnected and joined together. The two male nipples on front of tank are not attached to anything. I assume these should be connected to the engine so that hot engine coolant will heat the water. Problem is I have no info on why this is done or if there is a problem with the heater. where tank is located it looks impossible to remove tank without removing engine. Has anyone had this problem and is there a way to remove tank without moving engine
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