[C320-list] Questions

[Allan S. Field]

Jason - The S1 does require lowering the instrument pod, at least on hull
#808.  However, this probably was the easiest part of the install.  Finding
locations for the computer and rudder sensor, plus wiring both, presented
much bigger challenges.  But compared to the previous autohelm, the S1 is
well worth the trouble.

As for stereo and speakers, I would suggest a marine stereo as you still are
in a marine environment even with the stereo down below.  Some folks install
speakers under the aft catbird seats, wiring through the tubes.  And some
C320's come with the messenger line or wiring already present.  Mine did
not.  Using a hole saw (available from the toolbox loaner program) I
installed speakers in the cockpit on the forward facing portion of the aft
benches.  I put a ton of caulk around the speakers and have never had a
leak.

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

-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Jason Alexander
Sent: Monday, January 28, 2008 8:33 PM
To: c320-list at catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Questions

 I'm in the process of buying a Catalina 320  #328.  It's nicely
loaded except for a couple of things that I would like to ask about.

Has anyone put the new S1 autopilot on a 320.   I see there is one
person that did and the mentioned having to lower the engine pod.  Can
anyone else comment.

What are people doing for cockpit speakers.  The boat I'm buying
doesn't have the AM/FM car radio that is typical in most boats.  So it
also doesn't have any speakers.  Anyone got any ideas.

I'll probably have more questions as I get her.

Thanks
Jason