SF bay area new Carver Owner

[BoyAndSea]

Greetings!
I now own a 1986 Carver Santa Cruz 2667 w/ the Mercruiser 260 and Alpha 1 gen 1 Outdrive.
I'm a master mechanic who loves fishing the California coast, and am currently getting my Carver in "ship shape" before it's maiden voyage. Previous owner seemed a little "adventurous" and removed the upper flybridge!! I actually think it'll be worthwhile to use the flat roof for fishing things...

Couple things that I'm currently fixing:

--Trim/tilt leak
--took apart, discovered cracked reservoir, I'll take that easy one all day!
--Steering Helm leak-- Found bad seals, possibly b/c previous owner used incorrect fluid and swelled seals
--Likely will need to rebuild carburetor, we shall see when I go to fire it up

[RGrew176]

Looks pretty good for an old girl. Good luck getting here shipshape. Hope you have many fine adventures aboard.

[Viper]

Welcome aboard

[km1125]

Welcome aboard!! Looking forward to seeing the projects and the pics!

[BoyAndSea]

Thanks, all. I'm looking forward to it as well. This boat will require much more work than any of my previous vessels . Challenge accepted!

Earlier today I found the lower transom bolts are corroded pretty bad, probably going to require me to pull the engine and transom assembly unfortunately ...may not have a maiden voyage for awhile...LoL

[waybomb]

Maybe they hit a short bridge?
Welcome aboard!

[Cooler]

At least you're going to get a good look around that bidge! If that Alpha One outdrive needs any significant repair, just get a new drive. They are very reasonably priced. Welcome to the gang! You and Viper are going to be good friends! er

[pepmyster]

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!