[C320-list] Reefer Hinges (was Christmas)

[Allan S. Field]

I can't remember where I got this idea but it probably came from this list.
Anyway, we have a piece of carefully measured line tied around each reefer
lid handle.  On the bulkhead behind the reefer, we installed 2 hooks.
Whenever we open the lid, whether in port or sailing, we have learned to
loop the line over the hook then do our rummaging.  Before the hook, we used
to just leave the lid in the up-position on the starboard side until it
slammed down on my fingers one day.  The port side, we used to remove,
rummage, and replace.  Both operations were dicey, especially in a seaway.
Hope this helps, especially since it is about a $1.00 solution!

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

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Mike Ott
Sent: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 10:24 AM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

We didn't hinge the lids on the same sides.  The stbd lid, we hinged on the
aft side and the port lid we hinged on the outboard side.  We don't get full
access to the port opening but its the narrowest side of the refer and at
least we don't have to place the lid somewhere when just need to grab
something quick.
Mike
"Amanda Lu"
508

--- On Wed, 12/29/10, pat reynolds <lorasalum at yahoo.com> wrote:


From: pat reynolds <lorasalum at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2010, 12:04 AM


Port side needs to float because of the cabinet above which would not allow 
hinged lid to fully open



----- Original Message ----
From: Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Sent: Tue, December 28, 2010 7:04:13 PM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

Mike,
Interesting.  On our refer we have hinges on the starboard side lid but the
port side is floating.  Wonder if they both were floating when they came
from the factory.
Bruce
Somerset 671 SoCal

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Mike Ott
Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 2:28 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

Sorry all, got off on a tangent with the Nav station / galley splash shield
(I'll take some pics and post them soon).  
Amanda Lu got hinges for her refer lids.
Mike 
"Amanda Lu"
508

--- On Mon, 12/27/10, Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net> wrote:


From: Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Date: Monday, December 27, 2010, 9:24 PM


Mike/Allan,
I'm so glad Diane does not watch this list!  Though I could have done the
DIY approach and had enough money left over to fill the lazarette up with
sponges.  Instead I probably funded Catalina employees Christmas party.
Happy holidays everyone!
Bruce
Somerset 671 SoCal
PS. Was Somerset the only one that got a gift from Santa?

Bruce Heyman
(949) 289-8400
BruceHeyman at cox.net

-----Original message-----
From: Mike Ott <wmo48 at yahoo.com>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Sent: Tue, Dec 28, 2010 01:32:46 GMT+00:00
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

Check out ePlastic.com for a 2' X 4' X1/4' sheet of Plexiglass material. 
The sheet cost about $80 including shipping.  Following directions, also
internet supplied, I bent the Plexiglass with small propane torch to follow
the Nav station contour.  Fastened the panel with 4 #10 ss screws and it
came out nice.
Mike
"Amanda Lu"
#508

--- On Sat, 12/25/10, Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net> wrote:


From: Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Date: Saturday, December 25, 2010, 5:25 PM


I've learned to suspend all business sence when it comes to our boat and
habit.  Since it is the lap top that typical lives at the nav station I'm
not sure HP considers a sponge as an acceptable dewatering device.
Merry Christmas.
Bruce
Somerset 671 SoCal

Bruce Heyman
(949) 289-8400
BruceHeyman at cox.net

-----Original message-----
From: "allan.field at verizon.net" <allan.field at verizon.net>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Sent: Sat, Dec 25, 2010 22:16:58 GMT+00:00
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

Bruce - Do you have any idea how many sponges you can buy for $200? (Grin!)
- Allan

Allan S Field
Sent via DROID X on Verizon Wireless

-----Original message-----
From: Bruce Heyman <bruceheyman at cox.net>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Sent: Sat, Dec 25, 2010 21:58:29 GMT+00:00
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

Jim,
I stopped by the Catalina factory in FL this Wednesday.  They gave me a
quick tour and I ran into Gerry.  They say that it is compatible with our
boats.  Costs just under $200 including shipping to CA.  They have to make
it so I probably won't get it till the first week of the new year.
Best,
Bruce
Somerset 671 SoCal

Bruce Heyman
(949) 289-8400
BruceHeyman at cox.net

-----Original message-----
From: Jim Sweet <jamesweet at frontiernet.net>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Sent: Sat, Dec 25, 2010 21:44:59 GMT+00:00
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Christmas

Does the splash guard fit the Mk I and where did you get it?  Thanks.

Jim Sweet
TGIF (Thank God It Floats) 901
----- Original Message ----- From: "Bruce Heyman" <bruceheyman at cox.net>
To: <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
Sent: Saturday, December 25, 2010 2:36 PM
Subject: [C320-list] Christmas


> Merry Christmas everyone.  What did Santa bring your 320?
> Ours got a MKII's splash guard for the galley sink.
> Bruce
> Somerset 671 SoCal
> > Bruce Heyman
> (949) 289-8400
> BruceHeyman at cox.net
> >