[C320-list] winches

[Warren Updike]

Well, pardon me for using incorrect terminology. In fact, the fasteners on my turning block are machine bolts, 1/4" X 20 tpi, to be exact.  While there were 1", 1-1/4", and 1-3/4" lengths, I measured the depth to the plate and used only 1" and 1-1/4" lengths.  I'm sorry for the confusion.  The job is done and I'm happy with it.

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

-----Original Message-----
From: jim brown [mailto:jbrown5093 at yahoo.com] 
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2013 9:43 AM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] winches

I'm not sure why a backing plate would be tapped and then have the fitting screwed down (especially with different size screw-I've found enough extras in my boat to never have to by replacements) rather that using bolts machine bolts. I didn't know you could tap a backing plate for screws. 

Jim Brown




________________________________
 From: Warren Updike <wupdike at hotmail.com>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com 
Sent: Friday, May 17, 2013 9:06 AM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] winches
 

This is for Arthur Miller and others re. the turning blocks for the primary
winches.  

Following applies to the stbd turning block.  The port block is easily
accessible from the port cockpit locker.

I had no trouble removing the screws with a large screwdriver that fit the
Phillips screw head perfectly.  You may need a little help with pliers to
start.  

I found the block was bedded by Catalina with silicone, so that is what I
will use.  

I assume the backing is a tapped plate.  The threads all seem to be found
about ½” below the surface.  While Catalina designs are good, cheap assembly
labor may work against the quality as I found the screws were each different
lengths.  One was so long that it protruded the deck into the space between
the deck and liner.  

Re-assembly should be fast and easy.  Be sure to give the screws an extra
shot of bedding just before seating them.

Any advice/suggestions from the list will be appreciated. 



Warren & Pattie Updike

1994 C320 #62 "Warr De Mar"