My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has four
switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

Thanks, Dan

On Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:14:03 -0700, "Danlw"
wrote:

My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has four
switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

I just did a quick search on Google and came up with a bunch of volvo
penta parts suppliers. I would think that the switches are part of
the drive system, so they are probably VP.

A lot of those suppliers have 800 numbers - might be worth while
giving them a call and asking them direct.

I'd do a little more troubleshooting before buying parts.

"Danlw" wrote in message
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My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has
four switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

Thanks, Dan

"Danlw" wrote in message
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My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has
four switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

Thanks, Dan


Since it is multiple switches may be some connection to the panel. As to
switchs, pull one and see what it says on the side of it. Volvo, Carver,
etc, all buy them from a switch manufacturer. And multiple manufacturers
make the same exact looking switch. Try http://www.cherrycorp.com/ for a
look.

"Short Wave Sportfishing" wrote in message
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On Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:14:03 -0700, "Danlw"
wrote:

My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has
four
switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

I just did a quick search on Google and came up with a bunch of volvo
penta parts suppliers. I would think that the switches are part of
the drive system, so they are probably VP.

A lot of those suppliers have 800 numbers - might be worth while
giving them a call and asking them direct.

I have tested the power to each terminal, and that is OK. It is my
understanding that type of switch uses a cup as the lower contact point and
they do get corroded, but are not made to take apart and service.

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"Danlw" wrote in message
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My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has
four switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a
separate two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

Thanks, Dan


Since it is multiple switches may be some connection to the panel. As to
switchs, pull one and see what it says on the side of it. Volvo, Carver,
etc, all buy them from a switch manufacturer. And multiple manufacturers
make the same exact looking switch. Try http://www.cherrycorp.com/ for a
look.

I did check one set on the lower helm--no maker name, some numbers no one
seems to thing are a part number.

I am sure they do get them from the supplier of the month.
Wish I could find who a few were. So far, I have called three parts places
and they carry "switches" but not a set of four like mine. I have though of
modifying the panel to take four
separate ones, but kind of a pain given how they are mounted. The other
thing leading me to believe it is the switch is that they are only powered
with the ignition on, so the port only works with the port ignition on and
same for starboard, and neither works right anymore.

On Apr 29, 10:36 pm, "Danlw" wrote:
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On Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:14:03 -0700, "Danlw"
wrote:

My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has
four
switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

I just did a quick search on Google and came up with a bunch of volvo
penta parts suppliers. I would think that the switches are part of
the drive system, so they are probably VP.

A lot of those suppliers have 800 numbers - might be worth while
giving them a call and asking them direct.

I have tested the power to each terminal, and that is OK. It is my
understanding that type of switch uses a cup as the lower contact point and
they do get corroded, but are not made to take apart and service.- Hide quoted text -

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These often use relays at the pump because the switch is not capable
of handling the current required by the pump. I would confirm that
because if that is the case the relay is either pulling or not
pulling. If you have poor pump performance then it could be a voltage
loss at the relay if that is how it is wired. Or it could be a pump
problem. What voltage do you read at the pump hot terminal when it is
engaged?

If the switch is connected directly to the pump motor then you should
be able to measure the voltage drop at the switch when it is engaged.
Place your voltmeter on the pump side of the switch and see what it
reads when the switch is engaged. It should be close to the same as
the hot side of the switch. You can also check voltages at the pump
as sometime sthe loss is in subsequent connections. I've seen boat
electrical systems that had a much lower volateg at the accesory in
question and it was the result of several small voltage losses along
the way. You do not say how old the boat is but I've seen that many
of these wiring harness connectors develop resistance as they age.

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On Sat, 28 Apr 2007 19:14:03 -0700, "Danlw"
wrote:

My Carver boat has twin Volvo Pentas with duo-prop outdrives. The trim
switches are not working well, though there is power to them. This has
four
switches in a row, up/down for port and starboard and then a separate
two-way toggle switch for the trim limit override.

Google has failed me as I can't seem to find a source for replacements.

Did talk to some of the local dealers, but ones says it is a Volvo
Penta
switch, the other a Carver switch. Did email
Carver, nothing yet.

Anybody know a source?

I just did a quick search on Google and came up with a bunch of volvo
penta parts suppliers. I would think that the switches are part of
the drive system, so they are probably VP.

A lot of those suppliers have 800 numbers - might be worth while
giving them a call and asking them direct.

I have tested the power to each terminal, and that is OK. It is my
understanding that type of switch uses a cup as the lower contact point
and
they do get corroded, but are not made to take apart and service.- Hide
quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

These often use relays at the pump because the switch is not capable
of handling the current required by the pump. I would confirm that
because if that is the case the relay is either pulling or not
pulling. If you have poor pump performance then it could be a voltage
loss at the relay if that is how it is wired. Or it could be a pump
problem. What voltage do you read at the pump hot terminal when it is
engaged?

If the switch is connected directly to the pump motor then you should
be able to measure the voltage drop at the switch when it is engaged.
Place your voltmeter on the pump side of the switch and see what it
reads when the switch is engaged. It should be close to the same as
the hot side of the switch. You can also check voltages at the pump
as sometime sthe loss is in subsequent connections. I've seen boat
electrical systems that had a much lower volateg at the accesory in
question and it was the result of several small voltage losses along
the way. You do not say how old the boat is but I've seen that many
of these wiring harness connectors develop resistance as they age.

I don't get much of anything on the pump side of the switch. If I connect
jumpers to the relays, the pump works fine. Still goes back to the switch.
Really hate having to go into the engine compartment to trim/tilt! Boat is
a low hour 1992, though the hours are going up since I bought it.
Thanks for the reply! Dan