[C320-list] Frustrated with the Dutchman system

Fri Feb 23 13:58:19 PST 2007

Here is the URL for the Dutchman system. They have a short promotional video 
on line.  There should be a link to contact them.

http://www.mvbinfo.com/dp_03_SF_install_info.html

http://www.mvbinfo.com/dp_03_SF_brochure.html

Gary Magnuson #205
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>   1. ease of starting (Jim DeLong)
>   2. Re: ease of starting (Bryan Campbell)
>   3. Re: Inside Table And Pedistal (Jeffrey Hare)
>   4. Re: Frustrated with the Dutchman system (Jeffrey Hare)
>   5. Re: Batten size (Jeff Church)
>   6. shroud covers--94 C320 #73 (RUTHE SMALL)
>   7. Re: shroud covers--94 C320 #73 (Pat Moriarty)
>   8. Re: shroud covers--94 C320 #73 (Lachance, Michael B (ISD, IT))
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> Message: 1
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 09:11:01 -0500
> From: "Jim DeLong" <jdelong3 at neo.rr.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] ease of starting
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> Question on starting the Yanmar engine.
>
> If I leave the boat for a few days, it seems it is hard to start. Maybe 
> takes 5 or 6 trys. Then I get a ton of white smoke then it settles down 
> and runs like a charm.
>
> Starting again later in the day is no problem. Starts immediately on the 
> first try and runs great.
>
> I think I'm dumping fuel into the system when I first try resulting in the 
> smoke when it finally starts. Maybe I have the RPM's too high?
>
> The temp overnight here has been in the 40's.
>
> How do I get this thing started when it is cold?
>
> Jim DeLong #453
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> Message: 2
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 08:29:56 -0600
> From: "Bryan Campbell" <bcampbell at valp.net>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] ease of starting
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> For cold starts...on the first crank pull up on the engine kill knob and
> crank for about 10 seconds. This will not allow the engine to start, but
> will allow the cylinders etc. to preheat. Then push the kill knob down and
> start the engine. Don't forget to race the engine to high speed several
> times then let it idle to cool prior to shut down. This helps eliminate
> carbon build up.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com]On Behalf Of Jim DeLong
> Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 8:11 AM
> To: c320-list at catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] ease of starting
>
>
> Question on starting the Yanmar engine.
>
> If I leave the boat for a few days, it seems it is hard to start. Maybe
> takes 5 or 6 trys. Then I get a ton of white smoke then it settles down 
> and
> runs like a charm.
>
> Starting again later in the day is no problem. Starts immediately on the
> first try and runs great.
>
> I think I'm dumping fuel into the system when I first try resulting in the
> smoke when it finally starts. Maybe I have the RPM's too high?
>
> The temp overnight here has been in the 40's.
>
> How do I get this thing started when it is cold?
>
> Jim DeLong #453
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> Message: 3
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 09:48:52 -0500
> From: "Jeffrey Hare" <Catalina at thehares.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Inside Table And Pedistal
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>
> FYI:  We've had this discussion before and one important point to note is
> that only *SOME* tables lift off as stated.  Mine, for instance has a stop
> built in.  The pedestal/table top does not come out, even if the screw 
> knob
> is removed completely.
>
> I also just lower mine into the "bed" position, cover it with an old towel
> or cardboard and lift the batteries out onto it.  But then, I haven't
> removed my batteries since spring 2002.
>
> -Jeff
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: R Airis [mailto:rairis at comcast.net]
> Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 7:30 PM
> To: C320-List
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Inside Table And Pedistal
>
> There is a screw knob by the base. loosen it and the table and the stand
> comes off as a unit.
> Bob......#266
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> Message: 4
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 09:57:52 -0500
> From: "Jeffrey Hare" <Catalina at thehares.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Frustrated with the Dutchman system
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> Adam,
>
> Why don't you and Dave go out for a sail sometime and give him some 
> pointers
> on the adjusting and using the dutchman?
>
> Seems like that would be easier than a video.  I know you don't have a
> dutchman, but I assume you still know how to adjust one and use it.
>
> Just a thought!
> -JeffH
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Adam Weiner [mailto:esquirecatering at rcn.com]
> Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 7:45 PM
> To: 'C320-List'
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Frustrated with the Dutchman system
>
> I got mine when I bought the boat seven years ago for $5.  Call them.
>
> Adam
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Dave Anderer
> Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 7:23 AM
> To: C320-List
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Frustrated with the Dutchman system
>
>
> Is it on their website currently?  I haven't been able to find it.
>
> Thanks.
>
> On Feb 19, 2007, at 11:53 PM, Adam Weiner wrote:
>
>> Dutchmen has an instructional video available for $5.00.  Call them or
>
>> go on line and order it.  It is worthy it's weight in gold.
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 10:09:14 -0600
> From: "Jeff Church" <jjemail at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Batten size
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> Dave,
>
> The top batten for my '98 OEM sail is 1 1/4" by 42 7/8" including the end 
> caps.
>
> JeffC
>  ----- Original Message ----- 
>  From: Dave Anderer
>  To: C320-List
>  Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 9:07 AM
>  Subject: [C320-list] Batten size
>
>
>  Anyone know the size/dimensions of the top batten in an original
>  circa-99 mainsail?  I'm assuming any sailmaker can make one.
>
>  See, we took 4 out last year when bagging the sail and put them on
>  the dock, and then somehow there were only 3..
>
>  Thanks.
>
>
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> Message: 6
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 08:11:31 -0800
> From: "RUTHE SMALL" <sailmiss at msn.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] shroud covers--94 C320 #73
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> I have been instructed by my surveyer to loosen and lift the shroud covers 
> protecting the turnbuckles so they can be cleaned and lubricated.  I have 
> been unable to loosen several of them.  Does anyone have a suggestion?
> Sam Wagner
> 94 C320--Ruthsm
>
> New to 320 ownership
>
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> Message: 7
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 10:20:09 -0600
> From: Pat Moriarty <patm at psiurethanes.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] shroud covers--94 C320 #73
> To: C320-List <c320-list at catalina320.com>
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> just pull real hard and don't pinch your hand.
>
> Pat #130
>
> At 10:11 AM 2/23/2007, you wrote:
>>I have been instructed by my surveyer to loosen and lift the shroud
>>covers protecting the turnbuckles so they can be cleaned and
>>lubricated.  I have been unable to loosen several of them.  Does
>>anyone have a suggestion?
>>Sam Wagner
>>94 C320--Ruthsm
>>
>>New to 320 ownership
>
> Pat Moriarty
> PSI Urethanes Inc
> PH: 800-888-5156  Fax: 512-837-8733
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> www.psiurethanes.com
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> Message: 8
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:43:01 -0500
> From: "Lachance, Michael B \(ISD, IT\)" <MLaChance at thehartford.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] shroud covers--94 C320 #73
> To: <c320-list at catalina320.com>
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> Maybe some WD-40 or sail kote will help
> Mike
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> -----Original Message-----
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> To: C320-List
> Sent: Fri Feb 23 11:20:09 2007
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] shroud covers--94 C320 #73
>
> just pull real hard and don't pinch your hand.
>
> Pat #130
>
> At 10:11 AM 2/23/2007, you wrote:
>>I have been instructed by my surveyer to loosen and lift the shroud
>>covers protecting the turnbuckles so they can be cleaned and
>>lubricated.  I have been unable to loosen several of them.  Does
>>anyone have a suggestion?
>>Sam Wagner
>>94 C320--Ruthsm
>>
>>New to 320 ownership
>
> Pat Moriarty
> PSI Urethanes Inc
> PH: 800-888-5156  Fax: 512-837-8733
> Please visit our web site at
> www.psiurethanes.com
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