[C320-list] Ignition Key Problem

[Joseph R Aberdale]

Good idea!  I'm going to go with the ignition key replacement.

Thanks Warren.

Joe


On May 29, 2012, at 7:28 AM, Warren Updike wrote:

> Some engines have glow plugs some don't.  As I understand it, the newer
> engines have higher compression ratios making the use of glow plugs
> optional.  Still, the idea of a keyless start switch is interesting.
> However, for those preferring to leave the fridge on to keep the beer cold,
> it would mean anyone could start the engine without a key.  Hummmm...
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: John Frost [mailto:john at frostnet.net] 
> Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 7:08 PM
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Ignition Key Problem
> 
> On my boat the third detent is springloaded off and it turns on my
> glowplugs.
> 
> Happy Sailing!
> 
> John
> 2007 C320MKII
> Hull 1118
> Guntersville, AL
> 
> 
> 
> -----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: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:53 AM
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Ignition Key Problem
> 
> Why not a 2 stage switch instead of a 3 stage?  On my boat there is a
> starter button on the pod that you push to start after turning on the key
> two positions. The third position is a spring action starter switch , not
> needed.  This third position is like that on a car which you need to start
> the engine.
> 
> Joe
> 
> 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
>> 
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>> 
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>> -----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?
>>> 
>>> Thanks very much.
>>> 
>>> Joe Aberdale
>>> #908
>>> 
>> 
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