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by CYO Admin » January 30th, 2013, 9:07 am » in Introduce Yourself!

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Leaking fuel tank

Last post by bud37 « March 26th, 2025, 1:02 pm
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by ZigZag » February 1st, 2022, 9:38 am

Stbd diesel tank seeping from bottom (exact location undetermined). Any information on repair or replacement?
Thanks, Bob

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March 26th, 2025, 1:02 pm
Engine hours not accurate on one engine

Last post by Carverlvr2 « March 24th, 2025, 9:18 pm
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by tgebler » March 24th, 2025, 10:34 am

My 2000 396 aft cabin had some engine work performed last year. Apparently, the ignition key for one engine was left on by the mechanic (engine not...

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March 24th, 2025, 9:18 pm
1977 Carver 2276 - items

Last post by km1125 « March 19th, 2025, 9:56 pm
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by sdsurf » January 26th, 2025, 9:37 am

Good Morning

I have a 1977 Carver 2276 in great condition but missing a few items. It has two sinks, one in the Galley and one in the head. I am...

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March 19th, 2025, 9:56 pm
Bass Pro Power series agm

Last post by Carverlvr2 « March 17th, 2025, 5:12 pm
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by Carverlvr2 » March 13th, 2025, 10:08 pm

Anyone have experience with the BPS Pro Series Agm? BPS had a hella sale a few days ago and after their 30% sale price plus an additional 10% off and...

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March 17th, 2025, 5:12 pm
Carver 396 solon vents

Last post by KyleR « March 17th, 2025, 11:08 am
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by paulr » March 16th, 2025, 10:08 am

On my 2001 396 there are 3 ceiling vents on both sides of the solon ceiling. You can actually see light through one of them.
I assume they should be...

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March 17th, 2025, 11:08 am
Forward Cleats

Last post by bud37 « March 15th, 2025, 1:59 pm
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by denpooch » March 14th, 2025, 11:12 am

Hello Mateys. I have a 2005 Mariner and was able to secure a town mooring spot. I will be utilizing this for day trips and occasional overnighters....

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March 15th, 2025, 1:59 pm
1986 Carver 3207 Aft Cabin flying bridge switch plates

Last post by johntoye « March 13th, 2025, 5:55 pm
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by johntoye » March 12th, 2025, 3:42 pm

Good afternoon. I recently purchased a 1986 3207 Aft Cabin.

I am looking to replace the switch covers plates as they are oxidized and unreadable....

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March 13th, 2025, 5:55 pm
350 Aft Cabin Hydraulic Steering Pressure

Last post by sbb2112 « March 12th, 2025, 2:41 pm
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by Captain Sid » February 24th, 2025, 9:40 am

During survey the surveyor found that the steering pressure was at 10 lbs. I understand that it's supposed to be 20-25 lbs. I didn't get to see what...

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March 12th, 2025, 2:41 pm
Props

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by joeslenzak@gmail.com » February 24th, 2025, 5:41 pm

Hi - I'm new to the Carver Forum.
I have a 2002 410 Sport Sedan. The props were changed out at some point by the original owner. It has twin Cummins...

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March 11th, 2025, 7:58 pm
1999 Carver 356 Aft Cabin Steering System

Last post by g36 « March 9th, 2025, 10:38 am
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by Todd_G71 » March 7th, 2025, 2:23 pm

I am trying to determine which type of steering system the boat has. Does anyone have the specs for the 1999 356 Aft Cabin for Steering? Is it...

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March 9th, 2025, 10:38 am
Where to Draw Fuel for New Diesel Heater

Last post by gmac98004 « March 3rd, 2025, 11:35 am
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by gmac98004 » March 2nd, 2025, 10:21 pm

Hello Everyone,

I'm beginning my diesel heater installation. I'm installing the heater in the hatch under the salon table. First step was removing...

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March 3rd, 2025, 11:35 am
2001 396 Radar Replacement

Last post by Viper « February 28th, 2025, 7:43 am
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by paulr » February 15th, 2025, 9:19 pm

Hi Everyone,
I need to replace my original Furuno Radar on my 396.
I'm looking for and inexpensive unit as I no longer go offshore, mostly Barnegat...
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February 28th, 2025, 7:43 am
Hill vent?

Last post by Viper « February 24th, 2025, 11:25 am
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by sdsurf » February 23rd, 2025, 11:12 am

I have this vent? On the side of my bot. Any idea what it migh be?

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February 24th, 2025, 11:25 am
2807 Riviera muffler replacement

Last post by Viper « February 23rd, 2025, 9:11 am
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by irobertson » January 2nd, 2025, 1:10 pm

Hi all,
In the fall when I went to take the boat out I discovered that a Muskrat had gotten in and chewed a nice big hole in my starboard muffler....

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February 23rd, 2025, 9:11 am
2000 374 voyager parts catalogue

Last post by 333 « February 21st, 2025, 4:48 pm

by 333 » February 21st, 2025, 4:48 pm

Wondering I can get some help on this. In my parts catalogue it list opt 946/949/960,966. My question is how do I find out what opt pertains to my...

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February 21st, 2025, 4:48 pm
1991 Carver 26 Command Bridge: Shower sump pump location

Last post by c44588 « February 20th, 2025, 5:05 pm
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by c44588 » October 9th, 2021, 3:17 pm

Anyone have any idea where they hid the shower sump/pump for the Carver 26? It has the integral head/shower compartment and what looks like the exit...
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February 20th, 2025, 5:05 pm
Replacement throttle/gear shifter

Last post by Kiwi « February 18th, 2025, 7:51 pm
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by Kiwi » February 18th, 2025, 1:52 pm

Hi guys. Needing some help please. We had a mishap with our vessel, resulting in the lower helm gear shifter snapping (cable got caught underneath...

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February 18th, 2025, 7:51 pm
Antifouling….what type?

Last post by Viper « February 17th, 2025, 10:01 am
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by Merkinbrumsky » February 16th, 2025, 3:13 pm

Just finished shovelling another foot and a half of snow out of the driveway, trying to trick my brain into thinking spring is close…lol. Bottom...

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February 17th, 2025, 10:01 am
396 MY Dock Side Access Door Hinges

Last post by KyleR « February 15th, 2025, 9:36 am
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by Ojgami » January 1st, 2024, 5:50 pm

Hi everyone! I’m a new Carver 396 owner and am trying to make a few repairs before spring. My starboard side dock access door is difficult to open...

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February 15th, 2025, 9:36 am
Carver 506 - Wiper Replacement

Last post by KuyaJunGarage « February 11th, 2025, 11:04 am

by KuyaJunGarage » February 11th, 2025, 11:04 am

Any 506 or 564 all Glass...
How do you replace the wiper blade? do you stand on the metal grab bar?

Thanks guys in advance

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February 11th, 2025, 11:04 am
Painting the hull above the water line

Last post by dlldxb « February 6th, 2025, 6:44 pm
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by tgebler » January 22nd, 2024, 1:21 pm

Has anyone painted the hull of their boat above the waterline? If so, can you provide any thoughts about such a project.

i was looking at Interlux...

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February 6th, 2025, 6:44 pm
2007 Carver 35 Super Sport - general information or owners manual?

Last post by BigBadJohnnyB « February 2nd, 2025, 3:24 pm
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by BigBadJohnnyB » February 1st, 2025, 1:38 am

Hi all,

I recently became part of the club by purchasing a 2007 Carver 35SS. First thing that strikes me as odd - what's the dang thing called? It...

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February 2nd, 2025, 3:24 pm
2007 Carver 35SS (Super Sport) - remove microwave?

Last post by BigBadJohnnyB « January 29th, 2025, 1:59 pm
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by BigBadJohnnyB » January 29th, 2025, 12:21 pm

Hi all,

I just purchased a 2007 Carver 35SS, 3rd owner. I’m trying to figure out how to pull out the microwave/coffee maker combo unit and replace...

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January 29th, 2025, 1:59 pm
Forward bilge swamp Carver 430

Last post by pondiscio@gmail.com « January 20th, 2025, 7:49 am
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by pondiscio@gmail.com » December 21st, 2022, 1:07 pm

I imagine I'm not the first owner to be infinitely annoyed by the water that accumulates in the forward bilge. I imagine a lot of owners have figured...

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January 20th, 2025, 7:49 am
Screen repair under moon roof

Last post by rgp987 « January 16th, 2025, 10:40 am
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by tgherzog » May 21st, 2023, 1:30 pm

Have a 2016 C37. The screen under the moon roof (is that what it's called?) in the main salon has come loose from its tracks. Any suggestions on how...

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January 16th, 2025, 10:40 am

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