[C320-list] Modifications to #687

Thu Jul 26 19:39:59 PDT 2007

Boomerang is a 1994 boat and the ProMariner is still working, and it hasn't 
fried any batteries, I'm on my second set of batteries in the 10 years I've 
had the boat. I'm sure its not nearly the charger that the Xantrex is ( I 
have shares in this Vancouver based company so I hope they will continue to 
do well) but it has served us well.

I'll replace it at some point as it is noisy and is not a 3 stage hi-tech 
charger like the newer units

Kirk
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Allan Field" <Allan.Field at comcast.net>
To: "'C320-List'" <c320-list at catalina320.com>
Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2007 2:41 AM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Modifications to #687

Ditto - the stock charger, if a ProMariner, is the best battery charger on
the market for cooking batteries.  But if cooking batteries is not desired
then look at a Xantrex or Charles.  There may be other 3-stage chargers out
there just as good as these 2 but I don't know of them.  As for ProMariner,
my sense is that it is not if but when it will fail.  I realize that there
are some folks on the list who have many years out of the ProMariner and I
can't explain why.  But there are just as many or more who did not and the
explanation is simple - the thing is crap!  Even Catalina no longer uses the
ProMariner.

Allan S. Field
Sea Shadow - #808
Columbia, MD

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of
Orlando.Duran at AveryDennison.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2007 12:12 AM
To: Catalina 320 List
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Modifications to #687

You are missing something...
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Regards,
OD

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----- Original Message -----
From: Len [aqua5len at gmail.com]
Sent: 07/23/2007 06:09 PM
To: C320-List <c320-list at catalina320.com>
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
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>

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