[C320-list] Wheel Brake

[jonvez at comcast.net]

Great idea Jeff!

Regards,

Jon

-------------- Original message -------------- 
From: "Jeffrey Hare" <catalina at thehares.com> 

> Hi, 
> 
> If you have an ST4000 autopilot, you can save your brake by engaging the 
> AP, and tightening the brake just a little. I'm on a river where the 
> current reverses and this seems to easily do the job without overusing the 
> brake. 
> 
> -JeffH 
> 
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: igrunes at comcast.net [mailto:igrunes at comcast.net] 
> Sent: Monday, July 17, 2006 2:24 PM 
> To: C320-List 
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Wheel Brake 
> 
> Warren 
> We once replaced the pads on Isle of Wight #851. 
> The pads removed had no wear and the new pads do not holdget to the either. 
> When we looked at the Edson sitr it looked like a washer or two placed in 
> the locking mechanism would do the trick. 
> We haven't done it because we don't feel like messing with removing the 
> compass and all below it to do the adjustment. 
> Juat replacing the pads was not the solution on #851. 
> Irv grunes 
> 
> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: "Warren Updike" 
> 
> > Check the Edson website for maintenance of the pedistal and controls. 
> There is 
> > a brake pad replacement kit if the pads are worn and not holding. First, 
> clean 
> > the knurled brake drum of any oil deposits or other materials. If the 
> holding 
> > is not improved, you may need to replace the pads. 
> > 
> > Warren & Pattie Updike 
> > C320, #62, 1994, "Warr De Mar" 
> > Frog Mortar Creek, Middle River 
> > Chesapeake Bay 
> 
>