I am considering the purchase of an Endurance Marine horizontal anchor windlass (WCH2000 or WCH1000). ( I know everyone thinks I should get a Maxwell or one that takes both line and chain, but that is not going to happen.) Reason for the interest in Endurance winches is because of some scary reviews of the Powerwinch horizontal windlasses - which I will reconsider if someone has something nice to say about them.



Anyone have any experience with those windlasses (or hearsay or rumors)?



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New guy here with a few questions about this boat. What are the pros and cons of hardtop vs canvas top?
Is it cored below the waterline? Is it likely to have wet stringers or deck? Thanks

I have been researching stern thrusters for my boat, because I hate the winter and want to think about all things boat. I think you can all relate.



I contacted and have been dealing with a rep at IMTRA a distributor for Side Power Thrusters, which is what I normally see on most Carvers. I am sure there are many reputable manufacturers out there, but this is the one I contacted to figure out what would be needed on my boat.



I supplied him with the make/model of the boat I have and his first quest ...

Hello all, as a new owner of a 350 Mariner I figured it fitting to join this family. Lots of other Carver owners in my marina have come and introduced themselves since they saw the new arrival. Seems like a bunch of good people. I look forward to talking and exchanging knowledge with the group. Thanks for having me.

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Just fishing here for some info on performing the following on the port engine. I have Crusader 8/1's. I did the starboard last week. Now the hard side. I'm thinking I need to pull the refrigerator and then cut the floor to be able to remove the port outer exhaust riser. I figured maybe someone has done this on this model and could shed some light! it does not look like it will be fun.



As a side note, I learned the mufflers are not that strong. I broke the starboard one while trying ...

It's time, especially for us in the north country to think about the beginning of the season. So now we have a thread for that. Last year I predicted when I would launch. I initially, last year, hoped for an April 3rd launch. Didn't make it, but did launch May 3rd. Last year spring came late here.



This year no predictions as to my Carver launch date. I do know though when I will take possession of my new Yamaha PWC. I have scheduled my delivery date for May 15th. Hope to have a fun summer with my ...

Hello Captains,

Just joining the group and excited to learn and grow my Carver knowledge. I'll be retiring in just over 2 years and my wife and I are currently looking for our liveaboard boat. We have owned a couple sail boats and one power over the last 20 years and are currently boatless. We would like to purchase soon so we can get everything ship shape in the next 2 summers for our next planned adventure, i.e. the Great American Loop. We rent now and are simplifying our lives in preparation o ...

I found a spot on the "leather" ceiling that looks like it might have been patched...it was kind of gummy and somewhat sticky. When I touched it, it got worse. Anyone familiar with what this is? Thx.

Unfortunately, Marquis/Carver has announced a temporary shut down of operations, effective March 1. The company has been for sale after the passing of previous owner. There was a sale in progress but that buyer pulled out at the last minute. Search for buyer continues. 344 employees are impacted, but it is anticipated this shut down is temporary and short. It may not happen at all if a new buyer enters the transaction soon. First, let's cross fingers, send prayers and hope something positive h ...

Needing input on what oil to use. We have an 1987 3607 with Merc gas engines with 340 hp which have about 1600 hours on them. We have only had this boat for a year. The previous owner had the boat for 7 years and in his last year he used a high mileage Mobile one auto oil for the yearly oil change. I used a diesel and gas marine grade oil, 15- 30 weight I believe . I have thought for years that using a synthetic oil in older engines could lead to oil leaks.What would you recommend we use? Com ...