So I bought this boat a couple years ago now and have been working on getting it back in tip top shape.

One nagging question I’ve been having is this... how loud should it be in the aft stateroom at anything over about 9mph?

I have noticed that it seems unusually loud in our stateroom. It’s worse in the head and seems to get quieter as I move to the port side, but it’s not that big of a space so it could be an illusion.



When I lift the hatches and listen to the gearboxes they don’t make any odd ...

My 350 Crusaders each have two water temp sending units and my boat has dual stations. After a recent overheating incident, I replaced the thermostat, water pump, and senders. Then the ignition fuse started blowing. This morning I disconnected the single wires from each of the new senders and bingo, no more fuse problems. Of course, I don't have working water temp gauges either. I'm wondering if anyone knows whether those senders should be for dual station? I assumed that two identical uni ...

Happy Mothers Day, My wife and I just purchased a 89 3227 Convertible to keep on Lake Michigan. Our previous boat was a 87 Sea Ray 30 Weekender that did us well (up for sale). We wanted a little more room for overnighters and fish. As most of us know that own older boats, sharing info is key to keeping cost down. I look forward to gaining insights from members here and sharing what I learn (only the good ones). Cheers, Mark

I'm sure this has been covered many times before. Where can you purchase the replacement lights and gold and silver trim rings found in most models. Recently replaced all lights to LED's and what a great improvement. Had trouble with some of the trim rings going back on and a couple broke.
Thanks for the help. This is such a great resource.
Walter

Looking for feedback as to if adding a hydrofoil finn will improve ability to plane on my 11' Dinghy (Walker Bay 310)? At times when I have a couple passengers the 15hp Yamaha 2 stroke struggles to plain at all and was wondering if adding one will help? Seems to be mixed reviews online from what I have been reading.

Hope all is well and take care,

Hello!

I’m buying a 1996 355 this week so look out if you see me in GA and use caution for a week or two lol. I’ll figure it out after that:)

The VHF thread got me thinking about cell boosters for the boat. Is there anything out there that improves weak signals that actually works?

I think the problem is the antenna needs to be omnidirectional since the boat is obviously changing directions constantly. I get fair to excellent signal everywhere I boat so it's not like I'm looking to boost a non existant signal. More like improving fringe signals.

Our fridge has seen better days, due a major servicing or replacement. Coolant seems gone, thermostat fell apart, compressor starts showing the signs of corrosion.

I was wondering does it worth to hire someone to overhaul the system, when I get a fully functional -maybe more efficient(!) new built-in unit for $500?

Hi, my name is Deniel and I'm from Montreal.
I'm the owner of 2003 Carver 570 Voyager I took installment loans for this boat.
I enjoy reading books and fishing.

Hello all,

Newbie here. We are sailors now hoping to change over to power. Love the 40 foot cockpit Carvers but need to learn more. Interested in around 2000 year with diesel engines.

Any archelles heals to look for? Have heard varying opinions about quality so would like to hear from the owners here. Was looking at Beneteau but hate the fake woodwork and overpriced. Love the Carver cockpit design and 40 layout.

Still haven't figured out the 40x code, ie 404 405 etc.

Thank you for your guidance.