[C320-list] Repower Update:

[Chris Burti]

These sorts of projects make great Mainsheet articles, the tech crew will
help with the write up.Please do make notes and take lots of pictures.

On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 3:25 PM, Warren Updike <wupdike at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Bernie, as far as I know, you are the first to repower a C320. So, I'm sure
> all of us are interested in your experience. A running narrative with
> pictures would be great. Also, the cost information in the end with all the
> incidentals that surly add up.
>
> Warren & Pattie Updike
> Catalina 320, #62, "Warr De Mar"
> Middle River, Chesapeake Bay
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bernie Garrett [mailto:berniegarrett at telus.net]
> Sent: Friday, October 30, 2009 3:29 PM
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Repower Update:
>
> Hi folks,
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> Further to my earlier post I have moved on to order an engine. Thanks
> everyone for the suggestions. Our venerable Perkins M30 is being removed
> and
> I have ordered a Volvo Penta D1-30 engine. It took quite a bit of
> consideration and I made the decision based on the fact this engine is a
> very good fit, 2) has an excellent track record and is being fitted in many
> new boats, 3) is very quiet, 4) is  a newer design with excellent
> emissions,
> and of course 5) price.  The down side is parts are more expensive but they
> are readily available and hopefully I won't be needing more than the usual
> maintenance items. I'll take lots of pictures of the process and post on
> the
> site.
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> So I do have a Perkins M30 Core which runs and has 3300 hrs on it if anyone
> wants to make me an offer! E-mail me for details.
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> Regards
> Bernie
> Antares, Hull #88,
>
> Point roberts, WA
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Chris Burti Farmville, NC