[C320-list] Next Summer
Jim Graham
jameswgraham at gmail.com
Thu Dec 7 09:52:59 PST 2017
I'm the new owner of Ma Maison d'Ete (2003) and come spring will be sailing
her out of Wilmette (IL) Harbor. I'm new to this list and to owning a
boat bigger than a day sailor, so I look forward to getting advice from the
experienced folks here and to seeing my fellow C320 sailors out on Lake
Michigan.
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> 1. Re: Next Summer (Karl Krueger)
> 2. Re: Next Summer (Welch, Myron D)
> 3. Next Summer (Dean Agee)
> 4. Next Summer (Chuck Mueller)
> 5. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Scott Thompson)
> 6. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Scott Thompson)
> 7. Re: Next Summer (Tom Grass)
> 8. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Graeme Clark)
> 9. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Tom Grass)
> 10. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Doug Treff)
> 11. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Chris Burti)
> 12. Re: Installation of Raymarine EVO-100 (Tom Grass)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 15:41:35 -0600
> From: Karl Krueger <smoothsail282 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Next Summer
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> I've done the Hook with Kindred Spirit in '06. I've also done the Queen's
> Cup numerous times. Actually took 5th place overall in '11 and have placed
> in my division twice.
>
> There are a total of three C320's in the Milwuakee bay area at this time.
>
> Karl Krueger
> Kindred Spirit #282
> Milwuakee
>
>
> On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 1:23 PM, John Meyers <jcmeyers7 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Tom,
> >
> > To find out which 320s may be harbored someplace is to check out the
> roster
> > on the 320 website under the 320 resources tab.
> >
> > John Meyers
> > 1994 #406
> > Wind Chime
> > Muskegon, MI
> >
> > On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 1:44 PM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > > Our tentative plan is to move Bucket List westward to the west side of
> > Lake
> > > Michigan sometime this coming summer. One reason to do this is the
> HOOK
> > > Race. Are you familiar with this event? We completed the LOOP with
> Mike
> > > and Tammi Abbey on Songlines (a Catalina 380) - they have participated
> in
> > > this race against a C320. By chance do you know them?
> > >
> > > Do you have any knowledge of other C320s on Lake Michigan?
> > >
> > > Hope to see you on the water.
> > >
> > > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > > S/V Bucketlist #1135
> > >
> > > On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 5:58 PM, Kaare at charter.net <
> > sailor3952 at charter.net>
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > > > Cap?t Grass, if your plans change, sturgeon Bay welcomes you.
> > > > Kaare & Mary Wold
> > > > Sheet Music #945
> > > >
> > > > Sent from my iPad
> > > >
> > > > > On Dec 5, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Our recently purchased Catalina 320 MK II (Bucket List) is
> currently
> > in
> > > > > storage at Irish in Charlevoix, Michigan. We are starting to
> think
> > > > about
> > > > > sailing for next summer. We're considering sailing in Grand
> > Traverse
> > > > Bay
> > > > > on Lake Michigan and in the North Channel on Lake Huron.
> > > > >
> > > > > As a new member to this list we are interested in knowing of any
> > other
> > > > > organized Catalina 320 cruises in this general area next summer
> and /
> > > or
> > > > > any other Catalina 320 vessels planning on cruising in this area.
> We
> > > > just
> > > > > completed the LOOP last August but we do love sailing in the Great
> > > Lakes.
> > > > >
> > > > > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > > > > S/V Bucket List
> > > > > 2008 Catalina 320 MK II
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
>
>
>
> --
> Karl W Krueger - ABR, CRS, GRI,
> RE/MAX Realty 100
> Phone - 414-322-6541
> Fax - 414-327-6870
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 22:18:09 +0000
> From: "Welch, Myron D" <myron-welch at uiowa.edu>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Next Summer
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> Tom and Tracy,
>
> We are berthed in Elk Rapids and do a lot of sailing in Grand Traverse
> Bay, the Charlevoix area, northern Lake Michigan and northern Lake Huron.
> When you?re sailing Grand Traverse Bay come and visit our wonderful
> marina. We are in slip 47 so please stop by. There is at least one 320 in
> Suttons Bay and I believe one in Northport.
>
> Myron Welch
> Wind Instrument #238
> Iowa City, Iowa
> Grace Memorial Harbor
> Elk Rapids, Michigan
>
>
>
> > On Dec 6, 2017, at 3:41 PM, Karl Krueger <smoothsail282 at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > I've done the Hook with Kindred Spirit in '06. I've also done the
> Queen's
> > Cup numerous times. Actually took 5th place overall in '11 and have
> placed
> > in my division twice.
> >
> > There are a total of three C320's in the Milwuakee bay area at this time.
> >
> > Karl Krueger
> > Kindred Spirit #282
> > Milwuakee
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 1:23 PM, John Meyers <jcmeyers7 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> >> Tom,
> >>
> >> To find out which 320s may be harbored someplace is to check out the
> roster
> >> on the 320 website under the 320 resources tab.
> >>
> >> John Meyers
> >> 1994 #406
> >> Wind Chime
> >> Muskegon, MI
> >>
> >> On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 1:44 PM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Our tentative plan is to move Bucket List westward to the west side of
> >> Lake
> >>> Michigan sometime this coming summer. One reason to do this is the
> HOOK
> >>> Race. Are you familiar with this event? We completed the LOOP with
> Mike
> >>> and Tammi Abbey on Songlines (a Catalina 380) - they have participated
> in
> >>> this race against a C320. By chance do you know them?
> >>>
> >>> Do you have any knowledge of other C320s on Lake Michigan?
> >>>
> >>> Hope to see you on the water.
> >>>
> >>> Tom and Tracy Grass
> >>> S/V Bucketlist #1135
> >>>
> >>> On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 5:58 PM, Kaare at charter.net <
> >> sailor3952 at charter.net>
> >>> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>> Cap?t Grass, if your plans change, sturgeon Bay welcomes you.
> >>>> Kaare & Mary Wold
> >>>> Sheet Music #945
> >>>>
> >>>> Sent from my iPad
> >>>>
> >>>>> On Dec 5, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Our recently purchased Catalina 320 MK II (Bucket List) is currently
> >> in
> >>>>> storage at Irish in Charlevoix, Michigan. We are starting to think
> >>>> about
> >>>>> sailing for next summer. We're considering sailing in Grand
> >> Traverse
> >>>> Bay
> >>>>> on Lake Michigan and in the North Channel on Lake Huron.
> >>>>>
> >>>>> As a new member to this list we are interested in knowing of any
> >> other
> >>>>> organized Catalina 320 cruises in this general area next summer and /
> >>> or
> >>>>> any other Catalina 320 vessels planning on cruising in this area. We
> >>>> just
> >>>>> completed the LOOP last August but we do love sailing in the Great
> >>> Lakes.
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Tom and Tracy Grass
> >>>>> S/V Bucket List
> >>>>> 2008 Catalina 320 MK II
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>
> >>
> >
> >
> >
> > --
> > Karl W Krueger - ABR, CRS, GRI,
> > RE/MAX Realty 100
> > Phone - 414-322-6541
> > Fax - 414-327-6870
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 18:11:42 -0500
> From: "Dean Agee" <dagee at iserv.net>
> To: <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] Next Summer
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> Our C320 is based on the Gulf Coast. However, in the summer, we sail a
> C250
> out of Northport.
>
> Would love to have your come over.
>
> Dean Agee
> AhSeaHola, #912
> Bay St. Louis, MS
>
>
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> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 12:52:57 -0600
> From: Christian <ccaper at gmail.com>
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> "Do you have any knowledge of other C320s on Lake Michigan?"
>
> I am in Chicago, out of Monroe Harbor. I'm on a '94 C320. Friend of mine
> (not on this list, though I've praised it to him), is also in Chicago, also
> out of Monroe Harbor, sails a '98 C320. We are both Columbia Yacht Club
> members, which has reciprocal rights to most clubs beyond 20 miles of CYC,
> if any come to the CYC area.
>
> I know of two more C320 owners on Lake Michigan out of Muskegon. And I
> think there is an ex pat Chicago Monroe Harbor C320 owner near New Buffalo
> area, I think his is a '99.
>
> Hope this helps.
> -Christian
>
>
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> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 14:23:06 -0500
> From: John Meyers <jcmeyers7 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Next Summer
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> Tom,
>
> To find out which 320s may be harbored someplace is to check out the roster
> on the 320 website under the 320 resources tab.
>
> John Meyers
> 1994 #406
> Wind Chime
> Muskegon, MI
>
> On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 1:44 PM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Our tentative plan is to move Bucket List westward to the west side of
> > Lake Michigan sometime this coming summer. One reason to do this is
> > the HOOK Race. Are you familiar with this event? We completed the
> > LOOP with Mike and Tammi Abbey on Songlines (a Catalina 380) - they
> > have participated in this race against a C320. By chance do you know
> them?
> >
> > Do you have any knowledge of other C320s on Lake Michigan?
> >
> > Hope to see you on the water.
> >
> > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > S/V Bucketlist #1135
> >
> > On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 5:58 PM, Kaare at charter.net
> > <sailor3952 at charter.net>
> > wrote:
> >
> > > Cap?t Grass, if your plans change, sturgeon Bay welcomes you.
> > > Kaare & Mary Wold
> > > Sheet Music #945
> > >
> > > Sent from my iPad
> > >
> > > > On Dec 5, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Our recently purchased Catalina 320 MK II (Bucket List) is currently
> in
> > > > storage at Irish in Charlevoix, Michigan. We are starting to think
> > > about
> > > > sailing for next summer. We're considering sailing in Grand
> > > > Traverse
> > > Bay
> > > > on Lake Michigan and in the North Channel on Lake Huron.
> > > >
> > > > As a new member to this list we are interested in knowing of any
> > > > other organized Catalina 320 cruises in this general area next
> > > > summer and /
> > or
> > > > any other Catalina 320 vessels planning on cruising in this area.
> > > > We
> > > just
> > > > completed the LOOP last August but we do love sailing in the Great
> > Lakes.
> > > >
> > > > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > > > S/V Bucket List
> > > > 2008 Catalina 320 MK II
> > >
> > >
> >
>
>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 19:51:10 -0500
> From: "Chuck Mueller" <katchu at chartermi.net>
> To: <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] Next Summer
> Message-ID: <004201d36ef5$79514b10$6bf3e130$@chartermi.net>
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>
> Tom: There are at least 6 C320's in Holland. Leland, Frankfurt, Manistee,
> Ludington and Pentwater are also great stops along the Lake Michigan shore.
> Chuck Mueller
> Northwind #676
> Holland, MI
>
>
> Message: 9
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 12:44:31 -0600
> From: Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Next Summer
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> Our tentative plan is to move Bucket List westward to the west side of Lake
> Michigan sometime this coming summer. One reason to do this is the HOOK
> Race. Are you familiar with this event? We completed the LOOP with Mike
> and Tammi Abbey on Songlines (a Catalina 380) - they have participated in
> this race against a C320. By chance do you know them?
>
> Do you have any knowledge of other C320s on Lake Michigan?
>
> Hope to see you on the water.
>
> Tom and Tracy Grass
> S/V Bucketlist #1135
>
> On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 5:58 PM, Kaare at charter.net <sailor3952 at charter.net>
> wrote:
>
> > Cap?t Grass, if your plans change, sturgeon Bay welcomes you.
> > Kaare & Mary Wold
> > Sheet Music #945
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
> >
> > > On Dec 5, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Our recently purchased Catalina 320 MK II (Bucket List) is currently in
> > > storage at Irish in Charlevoix, Michigan. We are starting to think
> > about
> > > sailing for next summer. We're considering sailing in Grand Traverse
> > Bay
> > > on Lake Michigan and in the North Channel on Lake Huron.
> > >
> > > As a new member to this list we are interested in knowing of any other
> > > organized Catalina 320 cruises in this general area next summer and /
> or
> > > any other Catalina 320 vessels planning on cruising in this area. We
> > just
> > > completed the LOOP last August but we do love sailing in the Great
> Lakes.
> > >
> > > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > > S/V Bucket List
> > > 2008 Catalina 320 MK II
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 23:14:07 -0500
> From: Scott Thompson <surprise at thompson87.com>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Cc: "c320-list at lists.catalina320.com"
> <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID: <87ED6B97-ED6E-4F31-9586-CCEB0348001F at thompson87.com>
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> Two reactions:
>
> Wheel pilots can jam. Been there and done that! My old ST4000 jammed when
> a plastic mount for an internal bearing inside the large ring broke leading
> to tremendous friction. I had to remove the wheel and the autopilot ring
> before I could continue. The ram drive I have now automatically disengages
> and has no perceptible friction when when it?s powered off. But I don?t
> know whether it could jam too if something broke.
>
> And when I had a ram autopilot installed, we did add stops that restrict
> rudder angle somewhat, but I do not think that noticeably changes the
> handling.
>
> After a few years with the ram pilot I have no regrets about switching.
>
> > On Dec 6, 2017, at 6:28 AM, Scott Westwood <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net>
> wrote:
> >
> > FWIW....
> > Our 320 came without an Autohelm. Based on the reading I did about 4
> years ago (Like most things) it depends on the sailing you plan to do.
> > IMHO: If you are going to be in rougher "seas" more often, the below
> deck RAM "sounded" more reliable and sturdy. If (like us) you only plan to
> use it occasionally and in lighter seas then wheel could be enough.
> > NOTE: We had friends that complained about their wheel version
> dis-engaging but they/we simply used a small bungee over the engaging lever
> when in use and it has not dis-engaged in the 5 years of use.
> > Each has pros and cons like most things.
> > One thing I thought long and hard about is a rudder sensor. I read that
> it reduces the motor usage. If the system knows the angle of the rudder
> the Autohelm motor won't work as hard and keeps a tighter course????
> Again, no experience, just reading.
> > We opted for the wheel since we rarely go out in rough seas and if/when
> we do go out I prefer to steer manually. I want to feel the boat, and
> rough seas (for us) should be short lived. No trips to Bahamas any time
> soon. (Thinking about it in next few years though.)
> > Last note: One thing I was concerned about (that may be nothing- bow to
> those more experienced) is the ability to disengage the wheel autohelm vs
> the ability to dis-engage the Ram? If things go south(jam??) with the
> Autohelm can you "easily" disengage the RAM? (Is that even an issue??? I
> just don't know how it works enough to know if that is a concern or not.
> > Learn something in this forum every email it seems. Good Stuff.
> > Thanks,
> > Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net H (919)-362-8538 C
> (919)-618-7185
> >
> > From: Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> > To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> > Sent: Tuesday, December 5, 2017 5:18 PM
> > Subject: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> >
> > Thanks for the quick responses from Graeme, Chris, and the e-mail from
> > Warren Updike. I love this forum! I'd like to do the under deck pilot,
> but
> > will settle for the wheel pilot since I've had good luck with the old
> 4000+.
> > Warren referenced some good info from MainSheet and I'll spend some time
> in
> > the Raymarine booth at Strictly Sail next month.
> >
> > Message: 1
> > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 21:27:56 +0000
> > From: Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > To: Catalina list <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > Message-ID: <B40BB2E7-90D6-432E-A73D-B097B96A5BDE at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> >
> > Chuck
> >
> > Not really an answer to your question but I used to have an SPX5 wheel
> pilot
> > and replaced it with an EV100 with below deck ram as i was fed up with
> the
> > wheel-pilot disengaging at random times and poor coursekeeping etc.
> > raymarine marketed the SPX5 as being a ?huge improvement? on the previous
> > ST4000. I considered it to be no better at all, in fact a complete waste
> of
> > money.
> >
> > The EV100 with below deck ram was however a completely different kettle
> of
> > fish. Excellent.
> >
> > Its a bit pricier, mainly due to installation, but you can do a lot
> yourself
> > (excellent help available from Jeff hare and others). the wiring up is a
> > cinch - all plug and play.
> >
> > the other problem i hd with the SPX% was the motor - whilst looking the
> > same as the ST4000 - had a much stronger magnet and affected the
> binnacle
> > compass beyond the ability to be corrected. We had to move it around to
> the
> > alternative position, lower down on the starboard side and that required
> the
> > engine pod to be lowered to give clearance for the actuator lever.
> >
> > Raymarine do a ST to STNG converter module to enable old and new to
> > interchange information. (About $100 as I recall)
> >
> > Trust me - go the extra mile on the ram!
> >
> > One small ?side benefit? is you lose the wheel pilot motor and bolt on
> bits
> > and it then become quick and easy to remove the wheel short-term whenever
> > you might want to for various reasons.
> >
> > Graeme
> > U.K.
> >
> >
> > Message: 2
> > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 16:32:34 -0500
> > From: Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com>
> > To: 320 <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > Message-ID:
> > <CAAAgXkzV3qqt=dWcssenxgGhoq_2TFJBDz-bWJa73x0S2PWz9w at mail.gmail.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
> >
> > Chuck,
> > I did this...easy upgrade. The old wheel pilot motor and ring are
> identical
> > to the new, so if yours are in decent shape you will have a spare and
> change
> > out is a piece of cake. I did not need to move the pod, but I had
> initially
> > installed my drive motor on the port side anyway.
> >
> > You will need an ITC5 to convert your analog transducers to digital. I
> wrote
> > a couple of Mainsheet articles on my conversion and then the next season,
> > our subsequent upgrade to an I70 instrument and e7 plotter.
> >
> > Chris Burti
> > Commitment, #867
> > Farmville, NC
> >
> >
> >> On Mon, Dec 4, 2017 at 2:12 PM, Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> I'm planning to replace my ST4000+ auto-pilot this Spring with an
> >> EV-100 auto-pilot. I wanted to check your experiences. In the
> >> archives, there are several who needed to move their engine pods to
> >> install the X5 system. Is that also necessary with the EV-100? I'm
> >> hull 676, a 2000 model manufactured in late 1999, and the wheel and
> >> pod don't have a lot of clearance.
> >>
> >> Also, will I be able to plug in the old Seatalk wind module into the
> >> new auto-pilot, or is a converter required?
> >> Thanks
> >> Chuck Mueller
> >> Northwind 676 (2000)
> >> Holland, MI
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
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> Message: 6
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 23:14:07 -0500
> From: Scott Thompson <surprise at thompson87.com>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Cc: "c320-list at lists.catalina320.com"
> <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID: <87ED6B97-ED6E-4F31-9586-CCEB0348001F at thompson87.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> Two reactions:
>
> Wheel pilots can jam. Been there and done that! My old ST4000 jammed when
> a plastic mount for an internal bearing inside the large ring broke leading
> to tremendous friction. I had to remove the wheel and the autopilot ring
> before I could continue. The ram drive I have now automatically disengages
> and has no perceptible friction when when it?s powered off. But I don?t
> know whether it could jam too if something broke.
>
> And when I had a ram autopilot installed, we did add stops that restrict
> rudder angle somewhat, but I do not think that noticeably changes the
> handling.
>
> After a few years with the ram pilot I have no regrets about switching.
>
> > On Dec 6, 2017, at 6:28 AM, Scott Westwood <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net>
> wrote:
> >
> > FWIW....
> > Our 320 came without an Autohelm. Based on the reading I did about 4
> years ago (Like most things) it depends on the sailing you plan to do.
> > IMHO: If you are going to be in rougher "seas" more often, the below
> deck RAM "sounded" more reliable and sturdy. If (like us) you only plan to
> use it occasionally and in lighter seas then wheel could be enough.
> > NOTE: We had friends that complained about their wheel version
> dis-engaging but they/we simply used a small bungee over the engaging lever
> when in use and it has not dis-engaged in the 5 years of use.
> > Each has pros and cons like most things.
> > One thing I thought long and hard about is a rudder sensor. I read that
> it reduces the motor usage. If the system knows the angle of the rudder
> the Autohelm motor won't work as hard and keeps a tighter course????
> Again, no experience, just reading.
> > We opted for the wheel since we rarely go out in rough seas and if/when
> we do go out I prefer to steer manually. I want to feel the boat, and
> rough seas (for us) should be short lived. No trips to Bahamas any time
> soon. (Thinking about it in next few years though.)
> > Last note: One thing I was concerned about (that may be nothing- bow to
> those more experienced) is the ability to disengage the wheel autohelm vs
> the ability to dis-engage the Ram? If things go south(jam??) with the
> Autohelm can you "easily" disengage the RAM? (Is that even an issue??? I
> just don't know how it works enough to know if that is a concern or not.
> > Learn something in this forum every email it seems. Good Stuff.
> > Thanks,
> > Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net H (919)-362-8538 C
> (919)-618-7185
> >
> > From: Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> > To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> > Sent: Tuesday, December 5, 2017 5:18 PM
> > Subject: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> >
> > Thanks for the quick responses from Graeme, Chris, and the e-mail from
> > Warren Updike. I love this forum! I'd like to do the under deck pilot,
> but
> > will settle for the wheel pilot since I've had good luck with the old
> 4000+.
> > Warren referenced some good info from MainSheet and I'll spend some time
> in
> > the Raymarine booth at Strictly Sail next month.
> >
> > Message: 1
> > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 21:27:56 +0000
> > From: Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > To: Catalina list <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > Message-ID: <B40BB2E7-90D6-432E-A73D-B097B96A5BDE at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> >
> > Chuck
> >
> > Not really an answer to your question but I used to have an SPX5 wheel
> pilot
> > and replaced it with an EV100 with below deck ram as i was fed up with
> the
> > wheel-pilot disengaging at random times and poor coursekeeping etc.
> > raymarine marketed the SPX5 as being a ?huge improvement? on the previous
> > ST4000. I considered it to be no better at all, in fact a complete waste
> of
> > money.
> >
> > The EV100 with below deck ram was however a completely different kettle
> of
> > fish. Excellent.
> >
> > Its a bit pricier, mainly due to installation, but you can do a lot
> yourself
> > (excellent help available from Jeff hare and others). the wiring up is a
> > cinch - all plug and play.
> >
> > the other problem i hd with the SPX% was the motor - whilst looking the
> > same as the ST4000 - had a much stronger magnet and affected the
> binnacle
> > compass beyond the ability to be corrected. We had to move it around to
> the
> > alternative position, lower down on the starboard side and that required
> the
> > engine pod to be lowered to give clearance for the actuator lever.
> >
> > Raymarine do a ST to STNG converter module to enable old and new to
> > interchange information. (About $100 as I recall)
> >
> > Trust me - go the extra mile on the ram!
> >
> > One small ?side benefit? is you lose the wheel pilot motor and bolt on
> bits
> > and it then become quick and easy to remove the wheel short-term whenever
> > you might want to for various reasons.
> >
> > Graeme
> > U.K.
> >
> >
> > Message: 2
> > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 16:32:34 -0500
> > From: Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com>
> > To: 320 <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > Message-ID:
> > <CAAAgXkzV3qqt=dWcssenxgGhoq_2TFJBDz-bWJa73x0S2PWz9w at mail.gmail.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
> >
> > Chuck,
> > I did this...easy upgrade. The old wheel pilot motor and ring are
> identical
> > to the new, so if yours are in decent shape you will have a spare and
> change
> > out is a piece of cake. I did not need to move the pod, but I had
> initially
> > installed my drive motor on the port side anyway.
> >
> > You will need an ITC5 to convert your analog transducers to digital. I
> wrote
> > a couple of Mainsheet articles on my conversion and then the next season,
> > our subsequent upgrade to an I70 instrument and e7 plotter.
> >
> > Chris Burti
> > Commitment, #867
> > Farmville, NC
> >
> >
> >> On Mon, Dec 4, 2017 at 2:12 PM, Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> I'm planning to replace my ST4000+ auto-pilot this Spring with an
> >> EV-100 auto-pilot. I wanted to check your experiences. In the
> >> archives, there are several who needed to move their engine pods to
> >> install the X5 system. Is that also necessary with the EV-100? I'm
> >> hull 676, a 2000 model manufactured in late 1999, and the wheel and
> >> pod don't have a lot of clearance.
> >>
> >> Also, will I be able to plug in the old Seatalk wind module into the
> >> new auto-pilot, or is a converter required?
> >> Thanks
> >> Chuck Mueller
> >> Northwind 676 (2000)
> >> Holland, MI
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 22:36:45 -0600
> From: Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Next Summer
> Message-ID:
> <CAGdN-uUEQw1x8wJ-4i38JP8jB6WviQBe183GdD1mgN-
> 0mOmz7Q at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Thanks everyone for your replies. What prompted the question - a number of
> years ago we started cruising in a Catalina 22 ... their association is
> renown for its racing and cruising activities - we participated in a number
> of cruising events on the Great Lakes and on Kentucky Lake. We were
> wondering if such activities exist with larger Catalina boats.
>
> We will check the Association roster for more details regarding specific
> boats in the Lake Michigan region.
>
> Tom and Tracy Grass
>
>
> On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 6:51 PM, Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> wrote:
>
> > Tom: There are at least 6 C320's in Holland. Leland, Frankfurt,
> Manistee,
> > Ludington and Pentwater are also great stops along the Lake Michigan
> shore.
> > Chuck Mueller
> > Northwind #676
> > Holland, MI
> >
> >
> > Message: 9
> > Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2017 12:44:31 -0600
> > From: Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com>
> > To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Next Summer
> > Message-ID:
> > <CAGdN-uWstCU=vCnQ6td9ipKxTwZxnR7u7HoUi-Y=_v
> > OSWYyeYA at mail.gmail.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
> >
> > Our tentative plan is to move Bucket List westward to the west side of
> Lake
> > Michigan sometime this coming summer. One reason to do this is the HOOK
> > Race. Are you familiar with this event? We completed the LOOP with Mike
> > and Tammi Abbey on Songlines (a Catalina 380) - they have participated in
> > this race against a C320. By chance do you know them?
> >
> > Do you have any knowledge of other C320s on Lake Michigan?
> >
> > Hope to see you on the water.
> >
> > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > S/V Bucketlist #1135
> >
> > On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 5:58 PM, Kaare at charter.net <
> sailor3952 at charter.net>
> > wrote:
> >
> > > Cap?t Grass, if your plans change, sturgeon Bay welcomes you.
> > > Kaare & Mary Wold
> > > Sheet Music #945
> > >
> > > Sent from my iPad
> > >
> > > > On Dec 5, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Our recently purchased Catalina 320 MK II (Bucket List) is currently
> in
> > > > storage at Irish in Charlevoix, Michigan. We are starting to think
> > > about
> > > > sailing for next summer. We're considering sailing in Grand
> Traverse
> > > Bay
> > > > on Lake Michigan and in the North Channel on Lake Huron.
> > > >
> > > > As a new member to this list we are interested in knowing of any
> other
> > > > organized Catalina 320 cruises in this general area next summer and /
> > or
> > > > any other Catalina 320 vessels planning on cruising in this area. We
> > > just
> > > > completed the LOOP last August but we do love sailing in the Great
> > Lakes.
> > > >
> > > > Tom and Tracy Grass
> > > > S/V Bucket List
> > > > 2008 Catalina 320 MK II
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 8
> Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2017 09:09:02 +0000
> From: Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID: <D85AD9B3-B0CC-4BF8-B41F-23DEAFC5F917 at skyflyer.co.uk>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> The ram disengages with an electric clutch. It?s fail:passive , ie loss of
> power releases the clutch
> Even when engaged it can be overpowered in an emergency (so Raymarine told
> me anyway) although that may damage it
> It can be physically disengaged-quickly- below decks by removing a simple
> R-pin and lifting the end of the ram off the tiller pin
> It uses a separate filler arm attached to the rudder shaft. If your
> steering cables break you can thus still steer the boat using the autopilot
> Steering angle is indeed slightly restricted. This makes virtually no
> difference going ahead but makes the boat slower to react when steering
> astern
> HTH
> Graeme
>
> Sent from mobile: please excuse typos etc.!
>
>
> > On 6 Dec 2017, at 11:28, Scott Westwood <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net>
> wrote:
> >
> > FWIW....
> > Our 320 came without an Autohelm. Based on the reading I did about 4
> years ago (Like most things) it depends on the sailing you plan to do.
> > IMHO: If you are going to be in rougher "seas" more often, the below
> deck RAM "sounded" more reliable and sturdy. If (like us) you only plan to
> use it occasionally and in lighter seas then wheel could be enough.
> > NOTE: We had friends that complained about their wheel version
> dis-engaging but they/we simply used a small bungee over the engaging lever
> when in use and it has not dis-engaged in the 5 years of use.
> > Each has pros and cons like most things.
> > One thing I thought long and hard about is a rudder sensor. I read that
> it reduces the motor usage. If the system knows the angle of the rudder
> the Autohelm motor won't work as hard and keeps a tighter course????
> Again, no experience, just reading.
> > We opted for the wheel since we rarely go out in rough seas and if/when
> we do go out I prefer to steer manually. I want to feel the boat, and
> rough seas (for us) should be short lived. No trips to Bahamas any time
> soon. (Thinking about it in next few years though.)
> > Last note: One thing I was concerned about (that may be nothing- bow to
> those more experienced) is the ability to disengage the wheel autohelm vs
> the ability to dis-engage the Ram? If things go south(jam??) with the
> Autohelm can you "easily" disengage the RAM? (Is that even an issue??? I
> just don't know how it works enough to know if that is a concern or not.
> > Learn something in this forum every email it seems. Good Stuff.
> > Thanks,
> > Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net H (919)-362-8538 C
> (919)-618-7185
> >
> > From: Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> > To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> > Sent: Tuesday, December 5, 2017 5:18 PM
> > Subject: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> >
> > Thanks for the quick responses from Graeme, Chris, and the e-mail from
> > Warren Updike. I love this forum! I'd like to do the under deck pilot,
> but
> > will settle for the wheel pilot since I've had good luck with the old
> 4000+.
> > Warren referenced some good info from MainSheet and I'll spend some time
> in
> > the Raymarine booth at Strictly Sail next month.
> >
> > Message: 1
> > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 21:27:56 +0000
> > From: Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > To: Catalina list <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > Message-ID: <B40BB2E7-90D6-432E-A73D-B097B96A5BDE at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> >
> > Chuck
> >
> > Not really an answer to your question but I used to have an SPX5 wheel
> pilot
> > and replaced it with an EV100 with below deck ram as i was fed up with
> the
> > wheel-pilot disengaging at random times and poor coursekeeping etc.
> > raymarine marketed the SPX5 as being a ?huge improvement? on the previous
> > ST4000. I considered it to be no better at all, in fact a complete waste
> of
> > money.
> >
> > The EV100 with below deck ram was however a completely different kettle
> of
> > fish. Excellent.
> >
> > Its a bit pricier, mainly due to installation, but you can do a lot
> yourself
> > (excellent help available from Jeff hare and others). the wiring up is a
> > cinch - all plug and play.
> >
> > the other problem i hd with the SPX% was the motor - whilst looking the
> > same as the ST4000 - had a much stronger magnet and affected the
> binnacle
> > compass beyond the ability to be corrected. We had to move it around to
> the
> > alternative position, lower down on the starboard side and that required
> the
> > engine pod to be lowered to give clearance for the actuator lever.
> >
> > Raymarine do a ST to STNG converter module to enable old and new to
> > interchange information. (About $100 as I recall)
> >
> > Trust me - go the extra mile on the ram!
> >
> > One small ?side benefit? is you lose the wheel pilot motor and bolt on
> bits
> > and it then become quick and easy to remove the wheel short-term whenever
> > you might want to for various reasons.
> >
> > Graeme
> > U.K.
> >
> >
> > Message: 2
> > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 16:32:34 -0500
> > From: Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com>
> > To: 320 <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > Message-ID:
> > <CAAAgXkzV3qqt=dWcssenxgGhoq_2TFJBDz-bWJa73x0S2PWz9w at mail.gmail.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
> >
> > Chuck,
> > I did this...easy upgrade. The old wheel pilot motor and ring are
> identical
> > to the new, so if yours are in decent shape you will have a spare and
> change
> > out is a piece of cake. I did not need to move the pod, but I had
> initially
> > installed my drive motor on the port side anyway.
> >
> > You will need an ITC5 to convert your analog transducers to digital. I
> wrote
> > a couple of Mainsheet articles on my conversion and then the next season,
> > our subsequent upgrade to an I70 instrument and e7 plotter.
> >
> > Chris Burti
> > Commitment, #867
> > Farmville, NC
> >
> >
> >> On Mon, Dec 4, 2017 at 2:12 PM, Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> I'm planning to replace my ST4000+ auto-pilot this Spring with an
> >> EV-100 auto-pilot. I wanted to check your experiences. In the
> >> archives, there are several who needed to move their engine pods to
> >> install the X5 system. Is that also necessary with the EV-100? I'm
> >> hull 676, a 2000 model manufactured in late 1999, and the wheel and
> >> pod don't have a lot of clearance.
> >>
> >> Also, will I be able to plug in the old Seatalk wind module into the
> >> new auto-pilot, or is a converter required?
> >> Thanks
> >> Chuck Mueller
> >> Northwind 676 (2000)
> >> Holland, MI
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 9
> Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2017 09:37:12 -0600
> From: Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID:
> <CAGdN-uWd-J-=qCMKG19fQ+RS1C1qHEXAySD0b1dZ9xFH7cqSwQ@
> mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> We have a Raymarine ST4000 on Bucket List. We calibrated it (two 360
> degree circles) while on the Loop- it worked great for ONE Day - then
> started to receive a "RG Fail" message when the drive was engaged. Have
> not been able to progress beyond this point. Frustrated!
>
> Tom Grass
> S/V Bucket List
> Catalina 320 # 1135
>
> On Thu, Dec 7, 2017 at 3:09 AM, Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk> wrote:
>
> > The ram disengages with an electric clutch. It?s fail:passive , ie loss
> of
> > power releases the clutch
> > Even when engaged it can be overpowered in an emergency (so Raymarine
> told
> > me anyway) although that may damage it
> > It can be physically disengaged-quickly- below decks by removing a
> simple
> > R-pin and lifting the end of the ram off the tiller pin
> > It uses a separate filler arm attached to the rudder shaft. If your
> > steering cables break you can thus still steer the boat using the
> autopilot
> > Steering angle is indeed slightly restricted. This makes virtually no
> > difference going ahead but makes the boat slower to react when steering
> > astern
> > HTH
> > Graeme
> >
> > Sent from mobile: please excuse typos etc.!
> >
> >
> > > On 6 Dec 2017, at 11:28, Scott Westwood <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > FWIW....
> > > Our 320 came without an Autohelm. Based on the reading I did about 4
> > years ago (Like most things) it depends on the sailing you plan to do.
> > > IMHO: If you are going to be in rougher "seas" more often, the below
> > deck RAM "sounded" more reliable and sturdy. If (like us) you only plan
> to
> > use it occasionally and in lighter seas then wheel could be enough.
> > > NOTE: We had friends that complained about their wheel version
> > dis-engaging but they/we simply used a small bungee over the engaging
> lever
> > when in use and it has not dis-engaged in the 5 years of use.
> > > Each has pros and cons like most things.
> > > One thing I thought long and hard about is a rudder sensor. I read
> that
> > it reduces the motor usage. If the system knows the angle of the rudder
> > the Autohelm motor won't work as hard and keeps a tighter course????
> > Again, no experience, just reading.
> > > We opted for the wheel since we rarely go out in rough seas and if/when
> > we do go out I prefer to steer manually. I want to feel the boat, and
> > rough seas (for us) should be short lived. No trips to Bahamas any time
> > soon. (Thinking about it in next few years though.)
> > > Last note: One thing I was concerned about (that may be nothing- bow
> to
> > those more experienced) is the ability to disengage the wheel autohelm vs
> > the ability to dis-engage the Ram? If things go south(jam??) with the
> > Autohelm can you "easily" disengage the RAM? (Is that even an issue??? I
> > just don't know how it works enough to know if that is a concern or not.
> > > Learn something in this forum every email it seems. Good Stuff.
> > > Thanks,
> > > Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net H (919)-362-8538 C
> > (919)-618-7185
> > >
> > > From: Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> > > To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> > > Sent: Tuesday, December 5, 2017 5:18 PM
> > > Subject: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> > >
> > > Thanks for the quick responses from Graeme, Chris, and the e-mail from
> > > Warren Updike. I love this forum! I'd like to do the under deck pilot,
> > but
> > > will settle for the wheel pilot since I've had good luck with the old
> > 4000+.
> > > Warren referenced some good info from MainSheet and I'll spend some
> time
> > in
> > > the Raymarine booth at Strictly Sail next month.
> > >
> > > Message: 1
> > > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 21:27:56 +0000
> > > From: Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > > To: Catalina list <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > > Message-ID: <B40BB2E7-90D6-432E-A73D-B097B96A5BDE at skyflyer.co.uk>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> > >
> > > Chuck
> > >
> > > Not really an answer to your question but I used to have an SPX5 wheel
> > pilot
> > > and replaced it with an EV100 with below deck ram as i was fed up with
> > the
> > > wheel-pilot disengaging at random times and poor coursekeeping etc.
> > > raymarine marketed the SPX5 as being a ?huge improvement? on the
> previous
> > > ST4000. I considered it to be no better at all, in fact a complete
> waste
> > of
> > > money.
> > >
> > > The EV100 with below deck ram was however a completely different kettle
> > of
> > > fish. Excellent.
> > >
> > > Its a bit pricier, mainly due to installation, but you can do a lot
> > yourself
> > > (excellent help available from Jeff hare and others). the wiring up is
> a
> > > cinch - all plug and play.
> > >
> > > the other problem i hd with the SPX% was the motor - whilst looking
> the
> > > same as the ST4000 - had a much stronger magnet and affected the
> > binnacle
> > > compass beyond the ability to be corrected. We had to move it around to
> > the
> > > alternative position, lower down on the starboard side and that
> required
> > the
> > > engine pod to be lowered to give clearance for the actuator lever.
> > >
> > > Raymarine do a ST to STNG converter module to enable old and new to
> > > interchange information. (About $100 as I recall)
> > >
> > > Trust me - go the extra mile on the ram!
> > >
> > > One small ?side benefit? is you lose the wheel pilot motor and bolt on
> > bits
> > > and it then become quick and easy to remove the wheel short-term
> whenever
> > > you might want to for various reasons.
> > >
> > > Graeme
> > > U.K.
> > >
> > >
> > > Message: 2
> > > Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2017 16:32:34 -0500
> > > From: Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com>
> > > To: 320 <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EV-100
> > > Message-ID:
> > > <CAAAgXkzV3qqt=dWcssenxgGhoq_2TFJBDz-bWJa73x0S2PWz9w at mail.
> gmail.com>
> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
> > >
> > > Chuck,
> > > I did this...easy upgrade. The old wheel pilot motor and ring are
> > identical
> > > to the new, so if yours are in decent shape you will have a spare and
> > change
> > > out is a piece of cake. I did not need to move the pod, but I had
> > initially
> > > installed my drive motor on the port side anyway.
> > >
> > > You will need an ITC5 to convert your analog transducers to digital. I
> > wrote
> > > a couple of Mainsheet articles on my conversion and then the next
> season,
> > > our subsequent upgrade to an I70 instrument and e7 plotter.
> > >
> > > Chris Burti
> > > Commitment, #867
> > > Farmville, NC
> > >
> > >
> > >> On Mon, Dec 4, 2017 at 2:12 PM, Chuck Mueller <katchu at chartermi.net>
> > wrote:
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> I'm planning to replace my ST4000+ auto-pilot this Spring with an
> > >> EV-100 auto-pilot. I wanted to check your experiences. In the
> > >> archives, there are several who needed to move their engine pods to
> > >> install the X5 system. Is that also necessary with the EV-100? I'm
> > >> hull 676, a 2000 model manufactured in late 1999, and the wheel and
> > >> pod don't have a lot of clearance.
> > >>
> > >> Also, will I be able to plug in the old Seatalk wind module into the
> > >> new auto-pilot, or is a converter required?
> > >> Thanks
> > >> Chuck Mueller
> > >> Northwind 676 (2000)
> > >> Holland, MI
> > >>
> > >>
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 10
> Date: Thu, 07 Dec 2017 11:26:41 -0500
> From: Doug Treff <doug at treff.us>
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID:
> <1512664001.1118305.1197435936.0D16DF7A at webmail.
> messagingengine.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> Tom,
>
> "RG Fail" indicates a problem with the Rate Gyro (Compass). The ST4000
> is pretty old - parts no longer available - you may have luck finding
> used replacement parts on ebay. There is a strong second-hand market out
> there.
>
> I just sold all my parts recently when I upgraded or I would offer mine
> up.
>
> You might also check with Dan Gerhardt C250 at mydurango.net - he is a
> technician who does repairs to old Raymrine gear that is no longer
> easily replaceable.
>
> Good luck.
>
> --
> Doug Treff
> doug at treff.us
>
> On Thu, Dec 7, 2017, at 10:37 AM, Tom Grass wrote:
> > We have a Raymarine ST4000 on Bucket List. We calibrated it (two 360
> > degree circles) while on the Loop- it worked great for ONE Day - then
> > started to receive a "RG Fail" message when the drive was engaged. Have
> > not been able to progress beyond this point. Frustrated!
> >
> > Tom Grass
> > S/V Bucket List
> > Catalina 320 # 1135
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 11
> Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2017 11:51:33 -0500
> From: Chris Burti <clburti at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID: <5C293878-E96A-46C8-8254-10C9AD4DEC71 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>
> I might still have one
>
> Best Regards,
> Chris Burti
> Statewide Title, Inc.
>
> > On Dec 7, 2017, at 11:26 AM, Doug Treff <doug at treff.us> wrote:
> >
> > Tom,
> >
> > "RG Fail" indicates a problem with the Rate Gyro (Compass). The ST4000
> > is pretty old - parts no longer available - you may have luck finding
> > used replacement parts on ebay. There is a strong second-hand market out
> > there.
> >
> > I just sold all my parts recently when I upgraded or I would offer mine
> > up.
> >
> > You might also check with Dan Gerhardt C250 at mydurango.net - he is a
> > technician who does repairs to old Raymrine gear that is no longer
> > easily replaceable.
> >
> > Good luck.
> >
> > --
> > Doug Treff
> > doug at treff.us
> >
> >> On Thu, Dec 7, 2017, at 10:37 AM, Tom Grass wrote:
> >> We have a Raymarine ST4000 on Bucket List. We calibrated it (two 360
> >> degree circles) while on the Loop- it worked great for ONE Day - then
> >> started to receive a "RG Fail" message when the drive was engaged. Have
> >> not been able to progress beyond this point. Frustrated!
> >>
> >> Tom Grass
> >> S/V Bucket List
> >> Catalina 320 # 1135
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 12
> Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2017 11:47:28 -0600
> From: Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Installation of Raymarine EVO-100
> Message-ID:
> <CAGdN-uXsQ_8wNLPiba+CLgg9aQV79qn0ZZg6XYzidqZWDzYuS
> g at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Thanks Doug. I'm showing my 'ignorance' here - but the Rate Gyro - is this
> part of the computer - or is it a separate unit?
>
> On Thu, Dec 7, 2017 at 10:26 AM, Doug Treff <doug at treff.us> wrote:
>
> > Tom,
> >
> > "RG Fail" indicates a problem with the Rate Gyro (Compass). The ST4000
> > is pretty old - parts no longer available - you may have luck finding
> > used replacement parts on ebay. There is a strong second-hand market out
> > there.
> >
> > I just sold all my parts recently when I upgraded or I would offer mine
> > up.
> >
> > You might also check with Dan Gerhardt C250 at mydurango.net - he is a
> > technician who does repairs to old Raymrine gear that is no longer
> > easily replaceable.
> >
> > Good luck.
> >
> > --
> > Doug Treff
> > doug at treff.us
> >
> > On Thu, Dec 7, 2017, at 10:37 AM, Tom Grass wrote:
> > > We have a Raymarine ST4000 on Bucket List. We calibrated it (two 360
> > > degree circles) while on the Loop- it worked great for ONE Day - then
> > > started to receive a "RG Fail" message when the drive was engaged.
> Have
> > > not been able to progress beyond this point. Frustrated!
> > >
> > > Tom Grass
> > > S/V Bucket List
> > > Catalina 320 # 1135
> >
>
>
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