[C320-list] 1998 Chainplate rust

[Warren Updike]

Chris, while what you say is true on your hull, the older hulls are not
solid glass at those locations. When we bought our 1994 #62, there was
staining inside around the chain plate bolts. Upon removing the plate, I saw
the hole was made through the cored deck. The core was wet and soft. I did
remove the wet core and after drying, filled it in with filled epoxy. Not
the toughest job to do. Bedding stanchions is worse.  Now, 6 years later, I
think it's time to rebed the chain plates again.

Anytime water or dark stains are visible around backing plates, it's an
indication that rebeding may be necessary.  Your advice to search the
archives is good. Much useful information can be found there.

Warren & Pattie Updike
1994 C320 #62 "Warr De Mar"

-----Original Message-----
From: Chris Burti [mailto:clburti at gmail.com] 
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2012 8:13 AM
To: C320-List at catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] 1998 Chainplate rust

Deck core rot is NOT an issue with factory installed hardware on a C-320.
Decks are solid glass at the chainplates, winches, turning blocks,
stanchions, etc.

Regards,
Chris Burti
Commitment, Hull #867


On Fri, Mar 30, 2012 at 9:01 PM, Dick Walker <dickwalker at att.net> wrote:
> We have a year 2000 boat.  It can be rust the chain played are SS.  
> EASY TO ROMOVE POLISH AMN REBED
>
> Cheers
>
> Dick Walker
> 740 Olive Ave.
> Coronado, CA
> 619.435.8986
>
> On Mar 30, 2012, at 17:41, Pat Ireland <cherie320 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> If you are seriously interested in a 320, spend some time reading the 
>> old posts and the 320 international site.  There is a lot of this 
>> type of info that has been posted over time.  I do not remember 
>> anyone commenting on rusted chainplates, but there is an article on 
>> bedding chain plates that would help you understand what is involved.
>>
>> Faults - Microwaves are difficult to replace.  Some repair and others 
>> modify the cabinet.  Battery charger is suspect and usually replaced.
>> Roller furler often needs rebuild due to no flush holes.  Upgrade 
>> parts are reported available.  Head odors are reported if waste is 
>> allowed to sit in hoses.  Fix is to replace with high end hose and 
>> use fresh water for flushing.  Original toilets likely need to be 
>> replaced.  A new jabsco on sale is recommended by some while a 
>> Raritan upgrade might be appropriate if you plan to keep the boat 
>> over 5 years.   Engine raw water pumps are a bit pricy but can be 
>> repaired if you are handy.  Most pop for a new one and go sailing.  
>> The Wheel chain and cable assembly should be checked.  They are not 
>> fragile, but do need to be replaced as they wear.  The Autopilots 
>> seem to need replacement as will other electronics that are over 14 
>> years of age,
>>
>> But the worst fault is you will not want to get rid of it if you do buy
it.
>>
>> On Fri, Mar 30, 2012 at 2:43 PM, Onat Dogruer <onat_s at yahoo.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Hello all,
>>>
>>> We are looking into 320 as our next boat. One we saw and happen to 
>>> like in all other factors, has rust at chainplates inside the cabin. 
>>> The deck core around it doesn't seem to be damaged though. They 
>>> clearly need to be rebedded. It is a 1998. Have any other 1998 
>>> owners out there noticed a similar known issue with chainplates? 
>>> Also any other known issues we should be aware off? Just trying to 
>>> gather as much information as possible. Much appreciated.
>>>
>>> Onat
>>>
>>>



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Chris Burti
Farmville, NC