[C320-list] Troubleshoot C320 Binding Lewmar Folding Wheel

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Good to know.  Thanks John.

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On Aug 13, 2012, at 8:51 AM, "John Frost" <john at frostnet.net> wrote:

> I have the same issue. I found that loosening the hex screws in the hinge
> helps. Unfortunately that can also make the joint TOO loose. Please let me
> know what Lewmar says
> 
> Happy Sailing!
> 
> John
> 2007 C320MKII
> Hull 1118
> Guntersville, AL
> 
> 
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> C320 Owners with Lewmar Folding Wheels:
> 
> I have a Lewmar folding wheel on my Catalina 320 sailboat. I have had it for
> 5 years since I purchased the boat new in 2007. It has folded flawlessly
> since new until about 2 weeks ago.  Now when I try to fold the starboard
> side of the wheel, it binds at the hinges and is very difficult to fold. It
> is so hard to fold, it sem,s like I am going to bend the wheel.  I have sent
> this email to Lewmar Technical Support and am awaiting a reply.  Any C320
> owners with a Lewmar Folding Wheel have this same problem?  Any advice on
> how to fix this.  Barring any quick fix input, I will likely take apart the
> wheel at the hub to ensure that is is plumb.  
> 
> It is very disconcerting when trying to fold the wheel for storage after a
> day of sailing.  Please advise as to what I should do to fix this problem.
> Any and all advice appreciated. 
> 
> Dave
> 
> Dave Swanson
> S/V Emily Ann
> 2007 C320 MK II, No. 1107
> Mukilteo, Washington
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