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    replacing windshield molding

    The black rubber molding insert around my glass has shrunk and i suspect a little water ingress might be possible. Has anyone changed out the molding or put in an extension. If so, where do i order it, presumably Taylor-Made? Looks like a simple fix, but identifying the exact part and getting...
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    37 PC 2005 for sale

    We are retiring from boating and wish to sell our 2005 Formula 37PC. It is the hardtop version with Blue Sapphire hull. Powered by Volvo Pentas 8.1 GXI's with 450 hours. Well equipped as most Formulas are, with upgraded Raymarine chart plotter and matching radar, newer custom canvas including an...
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    Fuel filtering

    I am preparing for launch and would like advice on fuel filtering. My engines are 2005 Volvo 8.1 GXI (420 hp 496's with 430 hours). Several years back i had an issue with contaminated fuel originating from internally painted carter fuel pumps. Likely Caused by ethanol containing fuel. This led...
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    37 PC 2005 for sale

    Hi, looking to sell my 37PC 2005 hardtop with twin VP 420 each DP. Has 430 hours. It is well equipped with most options, including bow thruster, and i have upgraded the canvas with a Bimini cover and internal Sunbrella shading. Also the electronics with current Raymarine E series 9 chart plotter...
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    Selling my 2005 Formula 37PC

    We are considering to sell our 37PC and before engaging an agent/broker, wish to offer it on this forum. Its equipped with Volvo GXI's (420 hp each) with Duoprops SS.Blue sapphire hull with hardtop and approx 360 hours. Electronics have been updated to Raymarine E97 and digital radar.Custom...
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    considering selling my 2005 37PC

    I am looking to sell my 2005 37pc as we are likely to get out of boating after 30 plus years or get something different. This Formula 37PC is a beauty with sapphire blue hull, hardtop, nice condition, newer matching marine blue canvas in custom condition, including an internal custom...
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    Contaminated injectors fuel-pump

    I have just experienced an issue where my boat experienced some loss of power and uneven tach performance. It was traced to fouled injectors and consequently fouled plugs. The root cause was said to be paint flaking off the inside of the electric Carter fuel pumps. Apparently caused by ethanol...
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    considering selling my 2005 37PC

    Hi, we are considering to retire from boating, hence I wish to gauge if there is any interest in my Formula. Its equipped with the Volvo Penta 8.1 GXI (420 HP each) and SS duoprops. It has 320 hours and with the exception of the first 60 hours of its life, it has been in fresh water Lake...
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    changeout cockpit tables

    We often dine on the boat and find the dual aft cockpit tables to be less than ideal (except for storage convenience). Has anyone opted for a single table that would seat 4 , and if so, where might I order one?
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    dash replacement 37pc

    My analog radar is toast and I was unable to find a replacement. Hence I am going digital and need to change my chart plotter as well. I will likely put a Raymarine es98 to replace the original C80. It may not fit hence I am looking to see if I can find a replacement for the port side dash...
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    Coaming in my Hardtop

    The coaming in my hardtop sags and I had a solution with industrial Velcro applied to the underside. It worked fine but when I put the boat into winter storage they need to remove the radar dome , (Height restrictions) hence take out the coaming for access. It damages the vinyl underside edges...
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    Need a replacement Radar dome

    My 2005 37PC came with the Ray marine c 80 chart plotter ray dome set up. It is analog. Apparently the interior guts of the dome suffered corrosion and no longer works. Finding a replacement in this digital era will no doubt be a challenge. Does anyone have a compatible dome for sale ? Or do...
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    Differing rpms-nagging problem

    I hit a submerged log last summer at full cruising speed and had significant damage to my out drives. They are Volvo 1.78 DP with F6 ss props mated to GXI's at 420 hp each. The port side drives was fully replaced with new drives and new F6 props. The starboard side was refurbished with new u...
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    need to replace broken lens

    The engine room light in my 2005 37PC got shattered when they were replacing one of my drives. Its the engine room light on the transom wall in the rear of the engine room. I forgot to note the manufacturer name before I put her away for winter storage. Does anyone know where I could order the...
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    Icom ic-m304 VHF not functioning

    My 37PC came fitted with an ICOM M304 VHF which has stopped working. I get power but do not receive or send. I have checked the connections and all look OK. Had a tech look at it and he figures the radio is shot. Therefore have any of you replaced this radio, which is no longer in production...
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