[C320-list] winches

[Chris Burti]

As the forces on the turning block are primarily lateral, a tapped
aluminum plate should be more than adequate. Embedded nuts would be a
production nightmare. I've been told repeatedly that there is solid
glass and plates laminated in all models after the first few years and
I am inclined to believe it because that is how my clutches are
mounted. I just can't recall if I ever heard when they made the change.

Thanks, Chris Burti From: Arthur Miller
Sent: 5/8/2013 4:19 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] winches
Warren, keep me posted.  When I wrote the email, I sent it before
proofing. My observation was based on the Port locker... Both sides
will be modified.  How did you break the screws loose ?
Haven' t been able to move mine.  I would like to see, if I can rotate
the turning block a bit,
can I get a fair lead to the aft winch (new installation).  Otherwise,
I need to add turning blocks also.  To date, embedded nuts, tapped Al
plate, ?? Curious what you find.
Thx.    Art.  #680

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On May 8, 2013, at 3:48 PM, Warren Updike <wupdike at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Art, I have the same issue.  On our #64, in the aft cabin there is an inspection plate in the overhead under the main winch.  This doesn't help much with the turning block.  I did remove the screws and I don't believe there is a backing plate.  There are probably imbedded nuts in the deck.  I found that each of the screws was a different length, so be sure you mark them as they come out.I plan on rebedding the block soon.  After removing the screws, I'll heat the block with a heat gun/hair dryer to soften the bedding compound while gently prying the block up.  I'll report back on results.Warren1994 "Warr de Mar" #64
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> Date: Tue, 7 May 2013 19:16:18 -0400
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> Does anyone know how the primary winch turning blocks are fastened to the deck???
> Opening the Stbd. locker shows no through bolts.  How are the hold down screws securred?
> Also, has anyone added a 2nd set of winches nearer  the helm?  Any installation comments
> Welcome.
> Art. #680
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