en-US Meridian Yacht Owners Forum Fri, 29 May 2026 07:49:25 +0000 Fri, 29 May 2026 07:49:25 +0000 Meridian Yacht Owners Forum https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/forums/ Fri, 29 May 2026 04:29:44 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/cruising-speed.19033/ 19033 invalid@example.com (Dennis Lowe) Dennis Lowe I have a 2005 Meridian 381. With twin diesels. At 2000 RPM I am cruising at 10 knots. Is this what everyone else is seeing?]]> 0 Thu, 28 May 2026 16:13:00 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/490-pilothouse-interior-cherry-stain.8678/ 8678 invalid@example.com (Monkeyface) Monkeyface I am not sure if this information has been posted previously. I asked the factory for information on duplicating the cherry wood stain on my 2007 490 to accomidate several modifications I have made as well as the occasional touch up. Per the Meridian representative an exact replacement stain can be obtained from Sherwin Williams dealers by having them mix Sherwin Williams #s64wxn8604-4317. According the the factory this should then be finished in "Catacrylic Hi-Gloss Polymer varnish"...

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Looking at buying another small one to replace it. But want to use the old transducer and cable etc.
Looking at a Small Garmin or Lowrance elite 4. Has anyone had any experience with this.
My electrician guy said the transducer would be nothing special and should marry up by an adaptor ??
Many thanks. Hush]]> 0 Wed, 27 May 2026 15:35:43 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/411-fuel-transfer-pump-troubleshoot.18251/ 18251 invalid@example.com (rmoldowan) rmoldowan I am not able to activate my fuel transfer pump on my 2007 411. I can confirm I have a pump. Could anyone please offer some insight into troubleshooting? Is there a switch on the 12v panel or any fuse I need to check?

TIA,

Russell]]> 8 Wed, 27 May 2026 15:34:36 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/411-bridge-drains-stbd-side.18959/ 18959 invalid@example.com (rmoldowan) rmoldowan My ‘07 411 has two “drains” on the starboard side of the bridge. Mine do not drain. I would appreciate any insight into how or if these are plumbed. If anyone has resolved this please let me know.]]> 5 Wed, 27 May 2026 02:15:59 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/new-dishwasher-580-or-540.19031/ 19031 invalid@example.com (byron) byron I installed an 18 inch Meile dishwasher in my 580. Then bought another 18 inch for the condo because I had a drawer DW and the opening was slightly smaller. I finally pulled the drawer DW out and then modified the opening to fit 24 inch. Have an extra 18. Anyone want one at have price. They sell for around 2000. Seattle Tacoma Vancouver BC. There is some surgery required on the 580 but it’s minor. Well with it because the dishes are cleaner and you can’t hear the thing run.]]> 0 Tue, 26 May 2026 20:02:27 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/meridian-490-water-instrusion.19030/ 19030 invalid@example.com (markgroper) markgroper I experienced some water intrusion while doing a passage in some "sporty" conditions and I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced the same and where to look. We were taking significant spray and waves on the Starboard side and I've attached a pic of where we were seeing the water.]]> 5 Tue, 26 May 2026 19:57:09 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/408-model-2004-leakage.19029/ 19029 invalid@example.com (Triquetra) Triquetra Hi everybody,

we just had a real hard rain and I had to face a leakage at the galley window at the port side. Through the hole of the speaker I feel humidity.

I better ask before damagine everything.
Does anybody know how to unmount this blend and the curtain. Any idea where the water intrudes?

Regards,
Werner]]> 9 Tue, 26 May 2026 14:53:00 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/408-backup-camera.19016/ 19016 invalid@example.com (High Noon) High Noon Has anybody installed a backup camera on a 408. My electronics dealer wants $1500 to install a Raymarine camera that will interface with menacing pro. There has to be a less expensive alternate?? Any input would be appreciated]]> 9 Mon, 25 May 2026 23:07:33 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/411-with-6cta8-3-450-diamonds.18953/ 18953 invalid@example.com (JimM) JimM Excellent Condition. Freshwater Since 2021. Maintained and upgraded without regard to expense. History of oil samples. Freedom lift for Dinghy. All factory options including Lower helm. New Raymarine Axiom MFDs, Radar, and AIS still under Warranty, Upgraded interior includes Teak Laminate flooring. New Poly Carbonate on Flybridge. New instruments on Flybridge. Many more upgrades. Health forces sale. Pictures available,
LLC available.]]> 5 Mon, 25 May 2026 21:58:23 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/diesel-heat-just-for-the-command-bridge-has-anyone-had-this-added.18926/ 18926 invalid@example.com (winenaut) winenaut I'm looking to add a diesel heater to my command bridge for a 2006 Meridian 341. I've been told that there are good smaller systems that you can install for just the command bridge, with the diesel fuel tank also located upstairs as well. Has anyone had one installed, and if so, what was the general cost and any recommendations for a professional installation? I am moored in the Seattle area. TIA]]> 6 Sun, 24 May 2026 20:34:19 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/norcold-fridge-replacement.14149/ 14149 invalid@example.com (PhilG) PhilG The small 12v Norcold fridge on my 408 bridge finally gave up the ghost this week and I'd like to find a replacement. It is a 1.7 cubic ft. Norcold DC0040 (and was discontinued many moons ago). Anyone out there found a replacement that will fit into the same cutout?]]> 20 Fri, 22 May 2026 15:00:38 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/2008-341-sliding-cabin-door.17208/ 17208 invalid@example.com (cp_71) cp_71 Happy 2023 to all.

Has anyone removed the sliding cabin doors in the aft bulkhead of their Knoxville manufactured 2006 or newer 341? The powder coating on mine is completely shot so I need to remove the door and sand/prime/paint properly. There does not appear to be enough clearance to pull the door from the captive frame channel.

I do see a roller adjustment on the bottom, but even cranking the roller all the way up there still does not appear to be enough clearance.]]> 13 Thu, 21 May 2026 05:17:47 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/cooling-system-6bta5-9.19024/ 19024 invalid@example.com (Triquetra) Triquetra Hi,
there is a valve below the coolant canister of the port engine. What's the purpose and should it be open or closed?
Thanks for your input. ]]> 5 Wed, 20 May 2026 10:13:42 +0000 https://www.meridianyachtowners.com/threads/furuno-autopilot.19027/ 19027 invalid@example.com (Cgibson) Cgibson I have recently removed my Furuno Autopilot 5001 from my Meridian 411. I will be listing it for sale once I get back to the boat. It has all the parts just not all the wiring kit with it. I pulled it out because it was saying no heading sensor and I just wanted to update the unit anyway. I'm sure a new heading sensor would fix the problem. I will post pictures when I am back on the boat.]]> 1