[C320-list] Raw Water Intake Thru-Hull

[Bill Culbertson]

Hi Mike,

No they are not supposed to have a screen covering the thru-hull outside the hull.  Some manufacturers do this and some do not.  I believe there is mixed opinion among experts on whether  this is a good idea.  The con viewpoint is roughly what do you do when such a screen clogs.  The strainer inside the boat is easily accessible (compared to outside the boat) for cleaning.  It can be a pain as you know first hand but could be worse of a pain outside.

 -bill
 Harmony #859



----- Original Message ----
From: mike hunter <popotladreaming at yahoo.com>
To: C320-List <c320-list at catalina320.com>
Sent: Monday, December 17, 2007 4:40:52 PM
Subject: [C320-list] Raw Water Intake Thru-Hull

Hello,

Are 320's supposed to have a mesh screen or strainer plate covering the raw water intake thru-hull hole (attached to the hull)?  Mine does not.  I had to clean my inline strainer twice while coming into the marina on Saturday due to chewed up kelp.  I'm usually happy for any reason to stay out longer, but it's tough to keep smilin' when the engine stops spittin'...

Thanks!


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