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Hello All, I'm actively in the market for a mid-80's convertible. Ideal candidates would be 45' 46' and maybe even the 43' models. I usually try to buy on the cheap, but I'm looking for a nice example of an unmolested boat. If the boat has been changed in any way, a repower would be nice and...

After reading about 200 posts on several sites, I'm returning to the most knowledgeable group I have found. I'm getting ready to do an engine flush on a couple 8-92 Detroits that are starting to run warm. Impeller is new and intakes are clean. I've read so many opinions from so many sources...

​Good Morning All: In my search for my next boat, I swore-off two things. As much as I love the big, old, Hatts, I said I would eliminate big thirsty complex engines with multiple turbos and 32VDC Systems. So, here's the question....how do I know which sizes, years and models have 32VDC...

Mornin' All! I've posted here in the past about my search for a nice 42-46 Convertible. Having owned many powerboats and two Hatteras's, I'm very specific as to what I'm looking for. I'm also incredibly picky and incredibly frugal (which don't always play so well together)! Without going...

Hello All: I just posted on the Tech site about a 43 I was looking at, but thought I might post here for hints and suggestions. I just sold my nice 52C as it was a bit too much for my wife and I. I'm now looking for an older, but very original and nice 38 to 46 with the lower helm option. I...

Afternoon All: I could have posted this question somewhere else, but all the best Hatteras minds hang out here! Having just sold my 52 Convertible, I am considering a move down to a 43. Powerboat Guide says that the 43 had the engine room air intakes moved to under the cockpit coaming, yet...

I'd like to take a moment to commend one of the major contributors to the forum, for an exceptional job brokering my 52 Hatteras. Eric Horst, or "SeaEric" as most know him, runs Bayport Yachts in Chester, Maryland. Eric is a Hatteras owner and knowledgeable contributor to this site. He also...

Good Morning All: Being on the backside of winter, here in MD, I'm thinking about the projects I'd like to complete this spring. Although I have nary a complaint about my 52 Convertible, I hate the placement of the Raw water intakes. Their location makes winterizing much more difficult than...

Mornin' Gents: I've got a Guest battery switch that has broken on my 52 Convertible (1985). I'm not close to the boat and I haven't removed the bad switch yet, so....... I'm wondering if someone here knows which switch it is. Guest makes a 2303 model and a 2304 model. I think they both come...

Hello Forum: My wife and I are considering moving down in size and value as we approach retirement. We also are looking for a smaller, but spacious ride, with a lower helm for easy Chesapeake Bay cruising...nothing offshore and nothing so large. We have a very nice 1985, 52 Convertible that...

Hello Community and especially Capt Dave: Hope you all are well! I was getting ready to change oil in the 8-92's on the 52 Convertible that Dave moved for me a couple years ago. I was thinking about using some additive prior to draining. I haven't run the engines much at all (she mostly...

Hey Dave: Thanks for the reply! Posting pictures of my control box and what I believe to be a trigger. Actually, I'm not sure how to test it (jump it). What is going through the contacts, the twisted wires that got to the circuit board? IF so, I should be able to jump across those two...

Good Morning Gang! I know someone on here has expertise in this exact topic, so I'm hoping to get some feedback while I still have time this weekend to do repairs! I'm working on a 52C with the typical 4 a/c units. Also have one on the bridge, but that is of no consequence for this topic...

Thanks Capt. Dave! I'm starting to think that my port engine and house are on the port side, in front of the port engine. The bank running up the center most likely takes care of the Generator and the Starboard engine. The disconnect shows the Generator on the Starboard bank, but with my...

Hello good folks: I've got a silly question, but I'm going to ask it anyway, because I can't get the answer without a lot of travel and discomfort! I've got an 1985, 52 convertible. When I went down before the big storm, I found the battery charger cycling rapidly and the battery cells low...

Thanks everyone!!!! With your help, I've started on a flush adapter of my own. Still have to drill for the strainer studs and since I don't have a measurement on the spread, I'll have to do it on site. Wish I had a machine shop! This is tough going with nothing but hand tools......it's like...

Good morning all: It's been a while since I've asked for advice, but that time has come once again! I've winterized many boats over the years, but this is my first year with the 52. Let me say that I love all things "Hatteras", but I can't for the life of me figure out why the engine...

Good Morning All: I hope everyone is enjoying their summer and that any problems are minor ones! Hey, I'm looking for some advice from anyone who has ever changed the fuel fill line to the aft tank on a 52 Convertible. I've waited most of the summer to fill-up, while watching diesel prices...

Good day all, I accidentally started my 8-92s after inadvertantly shutting the fuel supply with my butt while working on something else. Idled for a bit, then stopped, not to start again! I have run the priming pump for what seems like an eternity, but I'm not convinced its moving any fuel. It...

Good morning all, I have a 1985 52' convertible. Many of my drawer guides are broken on drawers throughout the boat. It's the little plastic piece that holds the drawer guide in the back of the drawer. Any idea on where to find these little plastic supports? Any ideas on a retro fix? Suggestions...