[C320-list] Ignition Key Problem

[Flyingmonkey]

I'm changing out the cables because the boat is 12 years old and I've noticed some resistance in the gear box cable. Edson recommends 5-7 years on the cables. I figure it's better to replace them now (at port),  rather than when they fail (under way).  

Lou Hodac
Blue Moon
#702

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On May 26, 2012, at 9:54 PM, Allan S Field <allan.field at verizon.net> wrote:

> Lou - Why are you changing out these cables?
> 
> Allan S. Field
> Sent from my iPad
> 
> On May 26, 2012, at 6:29 PM, Monkey Mail <lou at flyingmonkey.im> wrote:
> 
>> Greetings to all,
>> 
>> I like this idea. My last boat was a BVI charter boat and it had a start switch and no key. I get frustrated when the float on my ignition key gets caught in the wheel (always at the worst possible time). I am changing out my gearbox and throttle cables next week, as long as I have the instrument pod open anyway I think I will make this modification also. 
>> 
>> Absolutely love this resource/group.
>> 
>> Happy sailing,
>> 
>> Lou Hodac
>> Blue Moon
>> #702
>> 
>> Sent from my iPad
>> 
>> On May 26, 2012, at 7:46 AM, fred.lecuyer at live.com <fred.lecuyer at live.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> Joe,
>>> 
>>> The bulge pump should operate even if the battery selector is in the off position.
>>> 
>>> Check your wiring manual.
>>> 
>>> Fred
>>> 
>>> Sent from my HTC Inspire™ 4G on AT&T
>>> 
>>> ----- Reply message -----
>>> From: "Joseph R Aberdale" <summerwind3 at comcast.net>
>>> To: <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
>>> Subject: [C320-list] Ignition Key Problem
>>> Date: Sat, May 26, 2012 7:07 am
>>> 
>>> 
>>> My boat has a battery switch as well.  However, if I turn off the switch when leaving, the bilge pump will not operate if it's needed to come on.
>>> 
>>> On May 26, 2012, at 2:12 AM, Simon Rock wrote:
>>> 
>>>> A three stage switch is what most cars have. The positions are:
>>>> 
>>>> Off
>>>> Ignition on
>>>> Starter motor on
>>>> 
>>>> My boat has a big battery switch to provide power to the motor. The motor
>>>> will not start when this is off. 
>>>> We turn this switch off whenever we are leaving the boat.
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> Cheers
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> Simon Rock
>>>> 0428 175510
>>>> 
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
>>>> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Colin Evans
>>>> Sent: Saturday, 26 May 2012 1:44 PM
>>>> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
>>>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Ignition Key Problem
>>>> 
>>>> Yes Simon,
>>>> what IS a 3 stage switch and we don`t have a separate circuit breaker
>>>> switch for the engine.  But otherwise a good idea. Maybe they are on the
>>>> newer boats
>>>> *************************
>>>> Regards
>>>> Colin Evans
>>>> Watermark #774
>>>> Lake Macquarie, Australia
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
>>>> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Joseph R
>>>> Aberdale
>>>> Sent: Saturday, 26 May 2012 10:33 AM
>>>> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
>>>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Ignition Key Problem
>>>> 
>>>> What is a three stage switch?  Thanks.
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> On May 25, 2012, at 5:30 PM, Simon Rock wrote:
>>>> 
>>>>> Do you really need a key? Is the purpose of the key  to prevent the 
>>>>> boat being stolen?
>>>>> Why not replace it with a waterproof three stage switch.
>>>>> 
>>>>> On our boat, we always turn the engine power off at the circuit 
>>>>> breaker,
>>>> so
>>>>> anybody climbing aboard cannot start the engine and motor off.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Just a thought.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Simon Rock
>>>>> Lake Macquarie NSW Australia
>>>>> 
>>>>> Cat375 #54 Rock The Boat
>>>>> Cat375 #41 Rocket
>>>>> Cat320 #1163 Rockstar
>>>>> 
>>>>> Experience The Whitsundays
>>>>> www.cya.com.au
>>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>>> From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
>>>>> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Karl 
>>>>> Mielenhausen
>>>>> Sent: Saturday, 26 May 2012 5:44 AM
>>>>> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
>>>>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Ignition Key Problem
>>>>> 
>>>>> Why not a little Super glue on the backing nut?
>>>>> If you want replacement parts, contact:
>>>>> Dennis Igarashi at Seaward
>>>>> dennisi at seawardproducts.com
>>>>> 562-699-7997  ext 210
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> On Fri, May 25, 2012 at 3:36 PM, Joseph R Aberdale
>>>> <summerwind3 at comcast.net>
>>>>> wrote:
>>>>>> When I attempt to turn my key to start the boat the key housing turns 
>>>>>> as
>>>>> well and the key does not go to the "on" position. I looked inside the 
>>>>> pod and found that the large nut used to tighten the housing cannot be
>>>> tightened
>>>>> as the threads have been stripped. Thus, I cannot tighten it and the
>>>> housing
>>>>> turns. Does anyone have any thoughts about a solution or any knowledge
>>>> about
>>>>> purchasing the necessary parts?
>>>>>> 
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