[C320-list] A/C system Seacock, Pump & Filter

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Any thoughts on stack pak vs Dutchman. I have Dutchman on my 320 Catalina but does not work that well and could I am not using it correctly. I am considering switching to stack pak

Dan Bochniak
Tranquility 1995 320 Catalina # 250

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> On Mar 29, 2019, at 5:04 PM, B. Stumpp <bstumpp at comcast.net> wrote:
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> Jeff, 
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> Some thoughts: 
> 
> I also installed the AC in the port locker by the bread box. 
> 
> If you want to push the unit it as far forward in the locker as possible you
> can shorten the depth of breadbox.
> 
> The air discharge vent was installed above the breadbox and blows into the
> galley area.
> 
> I installed a venturi (with a filter before it) that automatically sucks out
> the condensation and discharges it into the water discharge hose.   
> 
> Mount the water discharge port in the hull close to the sea water level to
> quiet the discharge when it hits the bay/sea.     
> 
> My thru hull (looks similar to the one you show) was installed near the
> engine thru hull.  Be careful and make sure you have enough room to swing
> the handle before permanently installing.    
> 
> The pump and filter were installed aft of the engine thru hull so the hose
> runs from the thru hull, to the filter, to the pump to the AC unit.  
> 
> Have not had priming issues except occasionally when we are launching at the
> start of the season. A car antifreeze tap is in-line to make priming easy.
> 
> 
> NOTE:  Be EXTREMELY CAREFUL if you drill into the floor of the port locker,
> there are pipes/wiring running on the underside of the floor and they could
> get damaged!    
> 
> Hope that helps.
> 
> 
> 
> Bruce Stumpp
> 
> Adventure, #647
> 
> Frog Mortar Creek, MD
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> Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2019 15:09:39 -0400
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> From: "Jeff Hare" <Catalina at thehares.com <mailto:Catalina at thehares.com> >
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> Subject: [C320-list] A/C system Seacock, Pump & Filter
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> Hi all,
> 
> I have a guy coming tomorrow to look at installing a new intake seacock for
> our new A/C system.  I'm installing the A/C in the port locker under the
> breadbox like a lot of you, but thinking about installing the thru-hull in
> the aft area near where the fridge is located but needs to be below the
> water line and out of the way of access into the aft compartment at the foot
> of the aft bunk.
> 
> Questions:
> 
> - Where did you install yours?
> 
> - Where did you install the filter and pump?  (if you are using a filter)
> 
> - Any self-priming issues with your placement?
> 
> Also, I'm considering replacing my 3/4"  93 series engine intake thruhull
> with a 1" 90 degree version.  Main reason is that the handle is more rugged
> and with the intake growth I sometimes get, this will help keep sufficient
> water flow towards the end of the season.  With the short straight hose
> connection now, I could move my winterizing port to this spot and it'll be
> helpful next time I need to blow out a clog.
> 
> Considering this valve:   Forespar Mfg# 931154
> 
> https://www.fisheriessupply.com/forespar-marelon-full-flow-seacock-mushroom-
> 
> thru-hull-x-ball-valve-x-90-deg-end-hose-barb-oem
> 
> I'd likely upgrade to a Groco ARG755 or ARG750 strainer if I can find one
> 
> that'll fit.   Has anyone upgraded their strainer to a top basket model?
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> -Jeff Hare
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