[C320-list] Knot Meter Replacement

[Bruce Stumpp]

Paul, 

The next time you have the sender out to clean it, give the paddle wheel a
spin while the admiral watches then knot meter.  If she doesn't see a
reading then it might be something other than the sender.  I replaced my
paddle wheel once a long time ago but can't recall exactly where I purchased
a replacement.   The first time the boat was hauled I left the paddle wheel
installed and had to replace it - believe I looked up the local marine
electronics guy and bought a replacement wheel from him. 

Always pull the sender before hauling; it's also helpful to have the marina
paste markers on the hull indicating where the crane straps should be
located when hauling. 

2008 Catalina 320 International Association Regatta and meeting - Annapolis,
MD - August 1-3

Bruce Stumpp 
Adventure, #647
Frog Mortar Creek, MD


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Date: Fri, 21 Mar 2008 09:39:36 EDT
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Has anyone on the list replaced the paddle wheel knot meter unit  ?
 
I have pulled and cleaned mine on several occasions but it still does not  
indicate boat speed reliably.  I'll pull it again this spring during
haulout 
for bottom painting and do another clean and inspection.
 
Any help on who to contact for a replacement is appreciated.
 
 
Thanks,
 
Paul Weikel
Second Chance
#361