[C320-list] At last, the leak is found

[Larry Frank]

Warren,

I replaced this hose a number of years ago and I believe I got the
replacement from Catalina Direct for a lot less than the cost of a new unit
below.

Larry
WindSwept Catalina 320 #246

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[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Warren Updike
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2011 8:17 AM
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Subject: [C320-list] At last, the leak is found

Plagued for some time about a source of fresh water in the bilge, we finally
found the culprit.  The fitting on the head sink/shower hose where the
flexible hose connects to the fitting was leaking when the water was
running.  Not enough to impair the water flow at the faucet; but, enough to
collect 2-3 gallons over time in the space between the hull and liner.
(Newer models have a different stringer design.)  So now, we have a dry
bilge; but, no working faucet in the head.

 

Sure Flo makes an entire faucet unit for $160-200.  I can also likely find
other options at an RV store; but, I'd like to get a new hose and save the
investment in a whole new unit.  Unfortunately, it seem some standards have
change in the ensuing 17 years; and, a replacement hose with the appropriate
connections is hard or impossible to find.  

 

Has anyone had this problem?  Any ideas on securing a replacement hose?

Thanks.

 

Warren Updike

Towson, MD

410-821-8246