[C320-list] Modifications to #687

[Richard A. Walker]

When I ordered the boat  had the Catalina supplied charger deleted and
instead specified the xantec truecharge 20.  This was due to all the
problems I read about the Catalina supplied chargers.

Cheers,
 
Dick Walker
C-320 (687) WindWalker II
740 Olive Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118-2136
619.435.8986

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Len
Sent: Monday, July 23, 2007 6:09 PM
To: C320-List
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Modifications to #687

Is the charger better than the boat's built-in charger?  Or am I missing
something?

Len

On 7/23/07, Richard A. Walker <dickwalker at att.net> wrote:
>
> I use the charger when ever I am at the dock.  I use the inverter for
> things
> like at sea charging an electronic drill, using the microwave oven, waring
> blender, etc.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Dick and Jauhree Walker
> 740 Olive Ave.
> Coronado, CA 92118-2136
> 619.435.8986
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Len
> Sent: Monday, July 23, 2007 4:19 PM
> To: C320-List
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Modifications to #687
>
> Dick,
>
> When do you use the 20A Xantec charger?
>
> When I installed 26" LCD HDTV on cabin forward starboard bulkhead, I
> connected the masthead VHF radio antenna with a 2-way marine switch (down
> for VHF radio, up for TV)---works great for HDTV stations.
>
> Len Krane
> Aqua5    #1070
> Marina del Rey
>
>
>
> On 7/23/07, Richard A. Walker <dickwalker at att.net> wrote:
> >
> > I thought that I would pass along the upgrades that I have made to the b
> > oat
> > since we accepted her during August 1999.
> >
> >
> > WindWalker II Modifications
> > WE have made the following modifications to our year 2000 Catalina 320
> > #687
> >
> > Deck
> > Added a Bruce 33 lb anchor with 30" chain and retained the Danforth for
> a
> > spare or stern anchor.
> > Added a 4" Pendant on Jib roller furler to raise the main for visibility
> > Added a Chain gypsy on the Maxwell anchor windless
> > Ordered the boat with a Main in mast furler and with a Garhauer hard
> vang
> > Windex Wind Indicator
> > Custom Dodger and cockpit shade
> > Nylon Washers to relieve jib sheet from catching deck rigging on running
> > rigging at deck plates
> > Reversed life lines, Pelican hook now on back stanchion
> > Ratchet block for jib furler with line bag
> > New roller adjustable blocks for jib sheets.  (These really reduce
> tension
> > and will be shown by Mike at the regatta.)
> > New Garhauer roller block replacing Lewmar fitting for jib sheet
> > New rear railing, 2005 version. (This was the result of a boat wiping
> out
> > my
> > original).
> > Garhauer Dingy Davits. (These are a great product whish I had installed
> > them
> > earlier)
> > Topsider cushions for sailing
> > Engine
> > Fuel shut-off at filter
> > Balmar alternator and Max Charge controller
> > 2" soundproofing in compartment
> > PSS Dripless shaft seal
> > Autoprop
> > Electronics
> > B&G quad meter- temp, depth, speed, distance
> > B&G wind instrument
> > B&G below deck autopilot with remote
> > 12 v plug at wheel
> > Garman 215 chart plotter (GPS with differential)
> > Standard RAM mike
> > Standard VHF integrated with GPS location
> > AM/FM/CD player with 4 speakers in/out
> > TV Antenna
> > 15" LCD TV
> > Portable DVD player
> > Electrical
> > "E" Meter
> > Engine Start Battery
> > Battery combiner
> > Xantec 1500 watt inverter
> > Xantec 20 Amp charger
> > Added a switch to control the rear cabin reading lights from the bunk
> > Cabin
> > Added additional storage compartment over chart table that matches the 3
> > in
> > the galley
> > Added on P/S two additional retainer bars (Fiddles)
> > Added a teak handle inside the stair bulkhead for ease of getting out of
> > bunk. (After 2001 Gary Douglas saw this on WindWalker and added it to
> new
> > boats)
> > Added a removable closet pole in V birth for additional hanging clothes
> > and
> > Shoe bags for clothing
> > Plumbing
> > Replaced the rubber hose on hot water tank outlet with copper piping to
> > the
> > whale fitting.  (I think this is now on the newer boats)
> > Added a "T" fitting to basin drain to direct water to head
> > Upgraded the Faucet in the sink to the moen model in the 2006 boats. (Te
> > 1st
> > mate likes the single control for hot/cold water and the extension hose.
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Dick Walker
> > C-320 (687) WindWalker II
> > 740 Olive Ave.
> > Coronado, CA 92118-2136
> > 619.435.8986
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>