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Vessel Info: 1995 tiara open, twin detroit diesel
I have a 1995 43 open. The sliding door to the cabin has become hard to move. Has anyone replaced the roller, please offer any information on where to purchase this part.
Thanks in advance for you help on this topic.
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Home Port: Kings Park, NY
Vessel Info: 2003 38' Open Cummin's 6CTA's (450 hp)
I own a 2003 38 Open and when the door became hard to move I cleaned both the upper and lower tracks including the rollers. Once complete I used a good silicon spray on the tracks/rollers..... Been easy to slide ever since.... M2C
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Home Port: Lake St Clair
Vessel Info: 1997 33 Open with 6b 5.9 Cummins diesels
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If lubing them up doesn't solve your problem, the first thing you need to do is find out what style roller system you have. My 1997 33 has the old style not the truck, train and track system. I did find a source for mine but it was after many weeks of investagating. There is a good source for the train and truck system though. If you need more info let me know.
Kurt
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Home Port: Stuart, FL
Vessel Info: 1988 36' Convertible with new 8.1 Crusaders.
Exceptional condition, inside, outside, bilges and engines.
I replaced the rollers on my 36 Convertible by using patio door rollers and some modifications. Works better than new. Look for sealed bearings and nylon rollers. Capt. George
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Home Port: Wilmington, NC
Vessel Info: 1990, 3600 Open
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I have a 1990 Open and the sliding door is also getting harder to open. I found a place online called FPmarine.com. that looks like they carry a variety of door rollers and trucks. Maybe a good source.
Chuck