[C320-list] throttle walk

[Magnuson's Time A Weigh]

Thanks Warren for the post.   I have had my 320 for 4 seasons now and 
never had the binnacle apart.  I have pulled down the maintenance PDF's 
from the Edson web site and now have a longer To Do list when I get to 
Bayfield!!
Thanks for the heads up!!

Gary and Judy Magnuson
1995 C320 #205 "Time A weigh"

On 3/21/2011 8:55 AM, Warren Updike wrote:
> John, the proper fix is to remove the compass and you'll find a hex-head
> screw that bears on the shaft of the throttle lever. Simply tighten until
> the throttle movement is stiff. Since we should be going into the binnacle
> on a regular basis (I do mine about every other year,) to perform the
> recommended Edson maintenance, a regular adjustment of the throttle tension
> shouldn't be an effort. Every other year, I remove the cover in the aft
> cabin to lube and adjust the cables.  EdsonMarine.com has maintenance info
> online. I would strongly advise against a cable clamp near the engine.
> As a new owner, you'll find this list an indispensible resource in keeping
> your "new" 320 in good shape.  Someone is always lurking who has encountered
> your issue.
>
> Warren&  Pattie Updike
> 1994 C320 #62 "Warr De Mar"
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: John Scott [mailto:jcscott at cpsc.com]
> Sent: Sunday, March 20, 2011 10:41 PM
> To: C320-list at catalina320.com
> Cc: John Scott
> Subject: [C320-list] throttle walk
>
> I just had a recent survey on my "new" 1993 320.  The surveyor
> reported that she had "throttle walk".  That is, the throttle wanted
> to seek low speed and walked its way from full on to a lower speed
> without holding where it was set.  Has anyone had this problem?  The
> surveyor said that I should install a "cable drag clamp" on the
> throttle cable.  I've checked online and can't find this part.  Nor
> can I find any reference to it.  Any ideas?  Thanks, in advance, for
> your help.
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> John Scott
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