I know this probably has been a popular topic of discussion on the forum in the past, but I need some guidance on this topic. I will be performing maintenance on the hull this spring of my Carver 405, a task that I have never performed. What I know is the hull was most likely done 3 years ago prior to the owner I purchased from. From what I can tell is this guy did minimal maintenance in the 2 years he owned it before me. It was kept in fresh/brackish water and my surveyor said the bottom was go ...

Just joined your awesome group! ..In sept we purchased our 1990 Carver 3207 (aft cabin) in Seneca IL, after 2 short shake down runs, brought her on a 14 hour run up the river through 3 delayed locks to her year around

(in water) home at Marina City Chicago. Shes a great (original mom and pop) boat, with under 800 hours all original and unmolested!



I use her as "crash pad" in the city when I overnight. Beats the 2 hour commute home to the suburbs. And allows me all the joys of summertime famil ...

Took my first look at my port and starboard window porthole screens on the 1997 405 and they appear to be in bad shape. The screens also look like its molded into the gasket. I probably already know the answer, but are these screens still available? The carver manual provides part numbers of 7057410 (P), and 7057411 (S). A search on the net provided negative results. Any help or advise is appreciated.

Looking for 1-Windshield Cap, it's a c-channel cap with 2 screw holes one side. Called Taylor the windshield manufacture and they only sell them in a package of 2 for $40.00, $25.00 for handling and $20-$25 for shipping, that's $90.00 of 2 pieces aluminum c-channel about 1.25" long. Any Idea's? I think I'll look around, must be something close I could make them out of.
Just thought someone might know of a salvage yard with Carver Parts?

Hi all. thanks for letting me join. new to yachts haven't bought one yet but been seriously looking.

Hi All!



Here's an odd question for you: some friends asked if we'd be willing to host an afternoon cruise on our Carver 390 CPMY as an auction item for a local choral groups fundraiser auction. They mentioned that I could write off the value of the excursion as a charitable deduction.



I'm intrigued, but I'm not sure what value to put on it. Obviously there's the estimated fuel burn, but I'm sure I could (and should) factor in an amount for wear & tear, cleaning of the boat, etc.



Has anyone done ...

As I am a proud owner of a 1994 39' CPMY, sadly it is in Maine resting for the winter and I am on Cape Cod, MA. I am reayding to buy my zincs, but don't have the sizes. Does anyone know:

1) The shaft size
2) Transom zinc size
3) Trim Tab zinc size

Thanks in advance!

Tony Lacina

Three couples, who have boated and traveled together for many years, went in together to buy a 2000 Carver 326 Aft Cabin. We are enjoying having The Maria on the Tennessee River, and look forward to learning more about Carvers. All of us have owned a variety of boats - sail, power, even kayaks - for many years. However, we have questions about the boat and are pleased to have the Forum as a resource.

Hello All. This is my first yacht, a 1989 Mariner 32, and it is my live aboard in the spring, summer, and fall. I am excited to read through the previous posts to pick up on any good tips and mods.

I have had her for about a year and all was pretty good for the first summer and I am learning about her systems. She was in great shape when I got her so I have only had to do minor items and upgrades so far. When I bought her, the previous owner claimed "everything works". Well, we all now that ...

I have a 1994 Cockpit Motor Yacht. For the life of me I cannot find the Hull ID number! I have looked on the usual starboard side transom and also the side but NOTHING. Is there a secret spot or another place they may be? ANY help would be SO appreciated!