[C320-list] C320-list Digest, Vol 3805, Issue 1

Tony Belton Tony.Belton at 1rail.com.au
Mon Aug 17 05:42:23 PDT 2020 

Battery Charger

Hi All,
I got rid of our Newmar charger ( The original unit) and installed a Victron 30 amp, 3 stage unit. It is doing all the right things so far. I also run a Victron solar charger too (15 amp) with 2 x 80 watt panels.

Cheers,

Snow
Shilo, hull #251, South Australia



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Today's Topics:

1. Re: Need recommendation for 2 way headsets (Angus Henderson)
2. Re: C320-list Digest, Vol 3800, Issue 2 (SARA SCHROEDER)
3. Re: Rigging Tie Rods (Joe Geiger)
4. Re: Rigging Tie Rods (Jeff Smith)
5. Re: C320-list Digest, Vol 3800, Issue 2 (Jeff Smith)


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Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2020 16:17:30 -0400
From: Angus Henderson <rathlyn1 at gmail.com<mailto:rathlyn1 at gmail.com>>
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We use hand signals, when the admiral is aboard that is. No batteries, nothing to fall overboard?very simple?works for us.

Angus
Lindisfarne
Georgian Bay

> On Aug 16, 2020, at 12:35 PM, John Meyers <jcmeyers7 at gmail.com<mailto:jcmeyers7 at gmail.com>> wrote:
>
> I am looking for a set of headsets that can be used for communication
> during anchoring, docking, etc type situations. Any recommendations, please?
>
> Thank you.
>
> John Meyers
> Muskegon, MI



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Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2020 14:54:23 -0700 (PDT)
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Subject: Re: [C320-list] C320-list Digest, Vol 3800, Issue 2
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Thanks everyone for your comments about batteries, starting batteries, and solar panels. It was very informative and I made a spreadsheet to look for consistencies. As suspected there aren't any!

When the initial problem occurred I had tested the batteries with a hydrometer. Because I had just returned from a long weekend they were not fully charged and the readings looked consistent. I just retested them with the hydrometer again after several days of being at the dock. The problem is the batteries. Every cell but one is only at 12.75 and the final cell is at 12.15. Am going to call Dyno Batteries and see if they can put them on their charger and bring them back up (they are 5 years old). If not, I'm investing in new batteries. Additionally, a few buddies of mine think the Newmar Three Stage Smart Charger the PO put on is a piece of crap. I looked at when the PO purchased it and realize it's 16 years old. It's possible the charger is not doing it's job.

Since I'm still working (unlike the rest of you!) and live in the Pacific NW I haven't been taking long trips. It's super easy to just sail on Puget Sound and do overnights here and there. Now that I'm pushing to do more long trips I'm spending more time figuring out my energy consumption.

New question is.....any thoughts on a good battery charger/inverter? Magnum has been suggested.

Hope all you guys figured out your pleated shade issues!!
Sara Schroeder
Wandering Star
2000/#707
Seattle

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> 1. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (John morrison)
> 2. Re: Fuel hose feed to injectors (Dennis Cookson)
> 3. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Allan Field)
> 4. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Chris White)
> 5. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Michael Ferguson)
> 6. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Guy Smith)
> 7. Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (nibj)
> 8. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Irving Grunes)
> 9. Re: Starter Battery and Echo Charger (Danny Jensen)
> 10. Re: Starter Battery and Echo Charger (Danny Jensen)
> 11. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Scott Westwood)
> 12. Re: Starter Battery and Echo Charger (Joe Luciano)
> 13. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Doug Treff)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:27:01 -0400
> From: John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <6F51CDBC-AE31-4525-9129-F727D81C0ADD at sympatico.ca<mailto:6F51CDBC-AE31-4525-9129-F727D81C0ADD at sympatico.ca>>
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> I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered Father Time!!
> JohnM
> 1999#574
> > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>> wrote:
> >
> > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:45:58 +0100
> From: Dennis Cookson <dennis at cooksons.net<mailto:dennis at cooksons.net>>
> To: "C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Fuel hose feed to injectors
> Message-ID: <44F68FDD-8AC3-4350-957C-5F4249ADCD78 at cooksons.net<mailto:44F68FDD-8AC3-4350-957C-5F4249ADCD78 at cooksons.net>>
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> Thanks, Jack, that?s good to know.
>
> Regards,
> Dennis Cookson
> #577
>
> > On 12 Aug 2020, at 13:15, Jack Brennan <jackbrennan at bellsouth.net<mailto:jackbrennan at bellsouth.net>> wrote:
> >
> > Dennis:
> >
> > I checked on my engine. I too have a hose in that spot. Mine is a 1998 Yanmar 3gm30. It leads from the secondary filter to what appears to be injectors, although I haven?t dug into the manual to confirm that. With the paint on it, you can be sure it?s original.
> >
> > I would take the hose into any shop that sells fuel lines. It looks to be standard. I also wouldn?t worry too much about the hose. They?re pretty tough, and it doesn?t take a huge amount of effort to remove one, in my experience. (I just replaced my fuel lines from the tank to the fuel pump.)
> >
> > Jack Brennan
> > Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> > Tierra Verde, Fl.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Sent from Mail for Windows 10
> >
> > From: Dennis Cookson
> > Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2020 3:48 AM
> > To: C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Fuel hose feed to injectors
> >
> > Thanks Tim, that?s interesting. I don?t want to pull the old hose off until I?m sure I have a new one ready to fit, as I expect it will crack and be unusable. No other advice on this one as yet!
> >
> > Regards,
> > Dennis Cookson
> > #577
> >
> >> On 11 Aug 2020, at 19:23, Timothy Woods <woodstimothya at gmail.com<mailto:woodstimothya at gmail.com>> wrote:
> >>
> >> Sorry if I'm late, been out sailing.
> >>
> >> That's the first time I've seen a hose there. Mine is metal pipe.
> >>
> >> Tim #375
> >>
> >> On Sat, Aug 8, 2020, 10:00 AM Dennis Cookson <dennis at cooksons.net<mailto:dennis at cooksons.net>> wrote:
> >>
> >>> I need to replace some of the rubber fuel hoses on our Yanmar 3GM30F which
> >>> are showing signs of wear and are likely original. One of these is the
> >>> line from the secondary filter to the injectors. This hose, seen in this
> >>> photo <
> >>> https://c320.org/mediagallery/media.php?f=0&sort=0&s=2020080813461490<https://c320.org/mediagallery/media.php?f=0&sort=0&s=2020080813461490>>
> >>> has quite a narrow diameter but the new hose I?ve bought is much fatter due
> >>> to better reinforcement, with an approx 17mm diameter. It looks like the
> >>> replacement would foul on the injector fixings. I?m wondering if anyone
> >>> here happens to know the max. diameter I could fit.
> >>>
> >>> My understanding is that the hose inside diameter needs to be 5/16? or 8mm.
> >>>
> >>> Dennis Cookson
> >>> #577. 1999
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >
> >
>
>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:24:40 -0400
> From: Allan Field <allanfield47 at gmail.com<mailto:allanfield47 at gmail.com>>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID:
> <CA+tGYSZLTC72Y6PFfqfnCcc33_ZR-fqs8aST22SQexy+oAE7nw at mail.gmail.com<mailto:CA+tGYSZLTC72Y6PFfqfnCcc33_ZR-fqs8aST22SQexy+oAE7nw at mail.gmail.com>>
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> Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 4
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:55:28 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Chris White <chriswhite252000 at yahoo.co.uk<mailto:chriswhite252000 at yahoo.co.uk>>
> To: "c320-list at catalina320.com<mailto:c320-list at catalina320.com>" <c320-list at catalina320.com<mailto:c320-list at catalina320.com>>,
> "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <1717763409.654360.1597244128803 at mail.yahoo.com<mailto:1717763409.654360.1597244128803 at mail.yahoo.com>>
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> To freshen the Velco discs, which get dirty and stained over time, take them all off and put in a container with a high concentration of bleach.Leave for some time then rinse.?They come up like new.
> Chris WhiteDandy C320 #449UK
> On Wednesday, 12 August 2020, 15:51:37 BST, Allan Field <allanfield47 at gmail.com<mailto:allanfield47 at gmail.com>> wrote:
>
> Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 15:30:06 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Michael Ferguson <coralman at bellsouth.net<mailto:coralman at bellsouth.net>>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <2119544439.734898.1597246206137 at mail.yahoo.com<mailto:2119544439.734898.1597246206137 at mail.yahoo.com>>
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>
> Allen if you would please share that info with me also on the curtain fix. Thanks Michael
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com<mailto:allanfield47 at gmail.com>> wrote: Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 6
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 15:31:41 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Guy Smith <smitski2001 at yahoo.com<mailto:smitski2001 at yahoo.com>>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <c320-list at catalina320.com<mailto:c320-list at catalina320.com>>,
> "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <1513280916.914365.1597246301196 at mail.yahoo.com<mailto:1513280916.914365.1597246301196 at mail.yahoo.com>>
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> And also with me.... If this email makes it to the list... :(
> Regards,~g
> On Wednesday, August 12, 2020, 11:30:16 AM EDT, Michael Ferguson <coralman at bellsouth.net<mailto:coralman at bellsouth.net>> wrote:
>
>
> Allen if you would please share that info with me also on the curtain fix. Thanks Michael
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> ? On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com<mailto:allanfield47 at gmail.com>> wrote:? Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >?
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:54:42 -0400
> From: nibj <nibj at mac.com<mailto:nibj at mac.com>>
> To: "C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
> Subject: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <A6054DFE-EC57-480D-9686-E0BA56D9826F at mac.com<mailto:A6054DFE-EC57-480D-9686-E0BA56D9826F at mac.com>>
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> We had on problem on one blind in particular. It would not stay up. My spouse unpicked the sewing around the old velcro on the blind and sewed new velcro in place. So far it has worked well.
>
> On a related note, one of our blinds (in the head) pulls the Velcro off the cabin wall and hangs untidily. Has anyone a fix for that?
>
>
> Peter
> Tangled #226
>
>
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 8
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:13:30 -0400
> From: Irving Grunes <igrunes at gmail.com<mailto:igrunes at gmail.com>>
> To: "C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>" <C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID:
> <CAE+H+CJb6iX3FZv_=uri2wdpO5WE+dSWnfSq2CN-2P6vByizwg at mail.gmail.com<mailto:CAE+H+CJb6iX3FZv_=uri2wdpO5WE+dSWnfSq2CN-2P6vByizwg at mail.gmail.com>>
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> check ebay for velcro dots
> formerly #851
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 11:54 AM nibj <nibj at mac.com<mailto:nibj at mac.com>> wrote:
>
> > We had on problem on one blind in particular. It would not stay up. My
> > spouse unpicked the sewing around the old velcro on the blind and sewed new
> > velcro in place. So far it has worked well.
> >
> > On a related note, one of our blinds (in the head) pulls the Velcro off
> > the cabin wall and hangs untidily. Has anyone a fix for that?
> >
> >
> > Peter
> > Tangled #226
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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> Message: 9
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:20:50 -0700
> From: Danny Jensen <danny at jensenshouse.com<mailto:danny at jensenshouse.com>>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Starter Battery and Echo Charger
> Message-ID: <85BFB53E-E011-40E4-8CB5-AEA565D94173 at jensenshouse.com<mailto:85BFB53E-E011-40E4-8CB5-AEA565D94173 at jensenshouse.com>>
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>
> Here is my videos on my solar. You may be able to connect to your shore charger output wires it you don?t use solar and shore charger at the same time. 200w runs the refer on most days with almost no engine charging. https://youtu.be/FJBYstYlIBI<https://youtu.be/FJBYstYlIBI>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 11, 2020, at 9:08 PM, Sara Skinner Schroeder <saras951 at comcast.net<mailto:saras951 at comcast.net>> wrote:
> >
> > ?My 2000 C20 has two 4D deep cycle batteries. I figure I have about 190amp hr capacity for each which if they are not discharged more than 50% I have about 80amp hrs each. She has never had a starter battery. After a weekend rafting with friends I did some analysis on my battery usage. It goes without saying that the refrigeration was the biggest draw. I got nervous that the batteries would not have enough CCA to start the engine so I turned off the refer the night before heading home. I did charge the batteries for a few hours on day 2 but was still not comfortable with how fast the batteries were being depleted. I have a few, somewhat unrelated questions, as I figure out what?s going to be added to the boat next.
> > 1. What kind and size of starter battery do you recommend. Where did you put it?
> > 2. What kind of echo charger do you recommend.
> > 3. My 20 yr old Adler Barber refrigerator compressor is drawing 5.5amps at a setting of 4-5. Does that seem reasonable? I?m wondering if the compressor is starting to fail. It works great and I always have ice but I have no idea how long they usually last.
> > 4. I?m also thinking of getting a solar panel I can throw on the deck to help with battery charging at anchor. Does anyone do this?
> >
> > This stuff is still smoke-and-mirrors to me so I appreciate the input. Finally, my last post was about the installation of my Raymarine autopilot. Thanks to Jack Brennan?s advice and instructions it?s up and running! I even replaced the steering cable while I had it all torn apart. Whew!!!
> > Sara
> > Wandering Star
> > 2000/#707
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
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>
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> Message: 10
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:30:53 -0700
> From: Danny Jensen <danny at jensenshouse.com<mailto:danny at jensenshouse.com>>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Starter Battery and Echo Charger
> Message-ID: <1D65A700-7DD6-4FEB-B24A-8855F93B8F04 at jensenshouse.com<mailto:1D65A700-7DD6-4FEB-B24A-8855F93B8F04 at jensenshouse.com>>
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> I meant to send you this shorter video in my previous post. Here is my test setup of basic solar. https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg<https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 11, 2020, at 9:08 PM, Sara Skinner Schroeder <saras951 at comcast.net<mailto:saras951 at comcast.net>> wrote:
> >
> > ?My 2000 C20 has two 4D deep cycle batteries. I figure I have about 190amp hr capacity for each which if they are not discharged more than 50% I have about 80amp hrs each. She has never had a starter battery. After a weekend rafting with friends I did some analysis on my battery usage. It goes without saying that the refrigeration was the biggest draw. I got nervous that the batteries would not have enough CCA to start the engine so I turned off the refer the night before heading home. I did charge the batteries for a few hours on day 2 but was still not comfortable with how fast the batteries were being depleted. I have a few, somewhat unrelated questions, as I figure out what?s going to be added to the boat next.
> > 1. What kind and size of starter battery do you recommend. Where did you put it?
> > 2. What kind of echo charger do you recommend.
> > 3. My 20 yr old Adler Barber refrigerator compressor is drawing 5.5amps at a setting of 4-5. Does that seem reasonable? I?m wondering if the compressor is starting to fail. It works great and I always have ice but I have no idea how long they usually last.
> > 4. I?m also thinking of getting a solar panel I can throw on the deck to help with battery charging at anchor. Does anyone do this?
> >
> > This stuff is still smoke-and-mirrors to me so I appreciate the input. Finally, my last post was about the installation of my Raymarine autopilot. Thanks to Jack Brennan?s advice and instructions it?s up and running! I even replaced the steering cable while I had it all torn apart. Whew!!!
> > Sara
> > Wandering Star
> > 2000/#707
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
>
>
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>
> Message: 11
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:31:31 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Scott Westwood <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net<mailto:scottwestwood at bellsouth.net>>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <1618087755.978475.1597253491918 at mail.yahoo.com<mailto:1618087755.978475.1597253491918 at mail.yahoo.com>>
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> Allan,? I am also interested in what you did.
>
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com<mailto:allanfield47 at gmail.com>> wrote: Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 12
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:03:50 -0700
> From: Joe Luciano <jnluciano at comcast.net<mailto:jnluciano at comcast.net>>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Starter Battery and Echo Charger
> Message-ID: <07E82C92-A343-4848-838B-ECAC71020152 at comcast.net<mailto:07E82C92-A343-4848-838B-ECAC71020152 at comcast.net>>
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> Hi Sara,
>
> Lots of good ideas shared in the previous posts. A couple of thoughts from a fellow sailor in the Pacific Northwest. Just need to recognize that the sun power in our area is nothing like that of someone who lives in Florida, for instance. While you can get some power on cloudy days, no where near what you get on sunny days. Just something to take into consideration in our area.
>
> One thing that I have done to my boat is install a Balmar high output alternator with 3 stage voltage regulation. I find this to be one of the best moves I?ve made to keep batteries charged. Without this, the standard engine set up is an automotive style alternator that won?t fully charge deep cycle batteries very well with intermittent engine use. While island hopping in the San Juan?s I sail as often as I can, but I also recognize that there are times I have to motor and I want to take advantage of those times to charge my batteries. At about an hour of motoring, I can restore batteries to 90% typically. This allows me to spend 2-3 days at anchor easily without need for the sun to be out for charging batteries via solar.
>
> In terms of the battery banks, I combined my two 4D banks and put them on the battery 2 terminal. This gives me a usable 200 Amp hours of house bank. I then installed a separate automotive type battery on bank #1 that is dedicated to engine starting only. Typically, I don?t have to use this battery, but it?s peace of mind for always being able to start the engine. The starting battery on my boat fits in the same area as the two 4D batteries under the starboard setee. The automotive battery fits just forward of the other two in a dedicated battery box. The other thing I installed was a Link battery monitor for the house bank that tells me my amp hour usage and current draw at any time. With this instrument, there is basically no excuse for not knowing your battery state of charge.
>
> Anyway, these are the relatively simple things that work for me in our part of the world. They?ve been reliable for me for over 15 years. I have contemplated adding solar, but adding panels and wiring that I?ve considered is somewhat messy and I?ve not felt a need to really go that route given my cruising style.
>
> Joe Luciano
> Second Wind
> #1024
> > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:30 AM, Danny Jensen <danny at jensenshouse.com<mailto:danny at jensenshouse.com>> wrote:
> >
> > I meant to send you this shorter video in my previous post. Here is my test setup of basic solar. https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg<https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg>
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Aug 11, 2020, at 9:08 PM, Sara Skinner Schroeder <saras951 at comcast.net<mailto:saras951 at comcast.net>> wrote:
> >>
> >> ?My 2000 C20 has two 4D deep cycle batteries. I figure I have about 190amp hr capacity for each which if they are not discharged more than 50% I have about 80amp hrs each. She has never had a starter battery. After a weekend rafting with friends I did some analysis on my battery usage. It goes without saying that the refrigeration was the biggest draw. I got nervous that the batteries would not have enough CCA to start the engine so I turned off the refer the night before heading home. I did charge the batteries for a few hours on day 2 but was still not comfortable with how fast the batteries were being depleted. I have a few, somewhat unrelated questions, as I figure out what?s going to be added to the boat next.
> >> 1. What kind and size of starter battery do you recommend. Where did you put it?
> >> 2. What kind of echo charger do you recommend.
> >> 3. My 20 yr old Adler Barber refrigerator compressor is drawing 5.5amps at a setting of 4-5. Does that seem reasonable? I?m wondering if the compressor is starting to fail. It works great and I always have ice but I have no idea how long they usually last.
> >> 4. I?m also thinking of getting a solar panel I can throw on the deck to help with battery charging at anchor. Does anyone do this?
> >>
> >> This stuff is still smoke-and-mirrors to me so I appreciate the input. Finally, my last post was about the installation of my Raymarine autopilot. Thanks to Jack Brennan?s advice and instructions it?s up and running! I even replaced the steering cable while I had it all torn apart. Whew!!!
> >> Sara
> >> Wandering Star
> >> 2000/#707
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPad
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 13
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:08:54 -0400
> From: "Doug Treff" <doug at treff.us<mailto:doug at treff.us>>
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com<mailto:c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <6b9ee907-86d2-41c3-906e-49735f04126e at www.fastmail.com<mailto:6b9ee907-86d2-41c3-906e-49735f04126e at www.fastmail.com>>
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> Clearly there are a lot of us who have the same issue. Add me to the list.
>
> Maybe post pictures in the photo area or something?
>
> --
> Doug Treff
> doug at treff.us<mailto:doug at treff.us>
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020, at 1:31 PM, Scott Westwood wrote:
> > Allan,? I am also interested in what you did.
> >
> > Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
> >
> > On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com<mailto:allanfield47 at gmail.com>>
> > wrote: Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the
> > velcro problem.
> >
> > Allan S. Field
> > Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> > Columbia, MD
> >
> > On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> > wrote:
> >
> > > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > > Father Time!!
> > > JohnM
> > > 1999#574
> > > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com<mailto:swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>>
> > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> > >
> > >
> >
>
>
> End of C320-list Digest, Vol 3800, Issue 2
> ******************************************


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Message: 3
Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2020 21:08:07 -0400
From: Joe Geiger <joe.geiger at gmail.com<mailto:joe.geiger at gmail.com>>
To: C320-List at catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at catalina320.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Rigging Tie Rods
Message-ID: <B2717FB3-3786-4D1B-8D6F-1CC34DBCF2BB at gmail.com<mailto:B2717FB3-3786-4D1B-8D6F-1CC34DBCF2BB at gmail.com>>
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I did this last year while getting new standing rigging. I was happy to find the deck area around the chainplates were solid fiberglass. Not balsa wood core. I have a 2000 but I?m not sure when they made this change.

Warren?s tips about remembering the number of turns to loosen the bolts and the position of the washers are key to making the job much easier. I used an adjustable wrench and progress was slow but it worked fine.

I ended up having to do one side over because the weight of the tie rod broke the seal. The second time I put a clamp on the tie rod where it met the fiberglass behind the settee. This took the weight of the tie rod off the tang while it dried. So far, no leaks.

I used bedding compound for this but I am moving to butyl tape for all future bedding projects.

Joe
--
Joe Geiger
?Vega? #722
Greenwich Cove, RI

> On Aug 16, 2020, at 3:35 PM, Doug Treff <doug at treff.us<mailto:doug at treff.us>> wrote:
>
> ?Warren Updike wrote an article that is available here on the C320 web site about rebedding chainplates. He made mention of a crow's foot socket but didn't call out what size specifically.
> https://c320.org/article.php/20161031044811487<https://c320.org/article.php/20161031044811487>
>
> --
> Doug Treff
> doug at treff.us<mailto:doug at treff.us>
>
>> On Sat, Aug 15, 2020, at 3:01 PM, mseyler at cox.net<mailto:mseyler at cox.net> wrote:
>> Three possible solutions for tightening the tie-rods.
>>
>> First, you can get deep-well sockets. I found a 27MM socket at Grainger.
>>
>> https://www.grainger.com/product/SK-PROFESSIONAL-TOOLS-27mm-Alloy-Steel-Socket-with-20K043<https://www.grainger.com/product/SK-PROFESSIONAL-TOOLS-27mm-Alloy-Steel-Socket-with-20K043>
>>
>> I also found one much cheaper at Northern Tool.
>>
>> https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200654072_200654072<https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200654072_200654072>
>>
>> For the one-time low-torques use you're going to have, the cheaper
>> version is probably fine. Frustratingly, neither one says how deep the
>> socket actually is, so it's hard to tell whether it would be deep
>> enough to fit over the tie-rod end.
>>
>> There is also such a thing as a "pass-through" socket set. I bought
>> one at Grainger for another project.
>>
>> https://www.grainger.com/category/tools/sockets-bits/socket-sets?attrs=Item%7CPass-Thru+Socket+Set&filters=attrs<https://www.grainger.com/category/tools/sockets-bits/socket-sets?attrs=Item%7CPass-Thru+Socket+Set&filters=attrs>
>>
>> It only went up to 22MM, so might not be big enough for the tie-rods.
>> But if you can find one for the size of the nuts, it allows the bolt to
>> pass through the ratchet, and covers any length of bolt.
>>
>> The other alternative would be to find a box ratchet wrench. Here's
>> one from Grainger, again:
>>
>> https://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWARD-1-1-8-54PN37<https://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWARD-1-1-8-54PN37>
>>
>> You might be able to find one cheaper. But because of the thickness of
>> the ratchet mechanism, there may be some places a socket would fit or a
>> plain box wrench, but not a box ratchet wrench.
>>
>> I agree with Dave that you don't want to tighten the tie-rod too much,
>> because it would tend to pull the fitting down through the deck. But I
>> would think you'd want a little bit of pre-load to counter the upward
>> pull on the windward shrouds when the boat is on the wind. If anyone
>> knows of a specification I'd love to see it.
>>
>> Good luck, and let us know how it all works out. This list is an
>> incredible source of information that any one of us may need one day.
>>
>> Mark Seyler
>> S/V Reality,
>> Catalina 320, #232
>> New Orleans, LA
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: C320-list <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com<mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com>> On Behalf Of Dave Hupe
>> Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2020 11:00 AM
>> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>
>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Rigging Tie Rods
>>
>> Michael-
>> I had one rod that was loose to the point I could shake it back and
>> forth and hear a slight rattle. I snugged it up just enough with an
>> open end wrench to eliminate the play. I think if you torque it too
>> much you risk cracking the deck at the chain plate (not good).
>> I think I read an earlier post about just snugging it up. Dave Hupe
>> 1994 C320 #32
>>
>> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
>>
>> On Sat, Aug 15, 2020 at 10:01 AM, Michael
>> Leschisin<mleschisin at imagestudios.com<mailto:mleschisin at imagestudios.com>> wrote: Hey all,
>>
>> I need to snug down the tie rods for the standing rigging on my boat.
>> (The rods we all have on the interior of the boat that anchor the
>> rigging to the hull behind the settees.). I believe the fore and aft
>> tie rod nuts are 3/4 inch. Does anyone know the exact size of the
>> center tie rod nut? I measured it with calipers but its pretty
>> difficult to get to cleanly, so I?m not sure if it?s an inch and
>> 1/16th, an inch and 1/8th or possibly 27mm.
>>
>> I?m also looking for some advice on a source for extra long sockets
>> since the rod extends about two and a half inches beyond the nut. I
>> can get a combination wrench on the fore and aft rods, but the ability
>> to turn the wrench is very limited. I?m guessing the center rods, with
>> an even larger wrench, will be even more restricted so it seems a
>> socket would be the way to go?. any experience in this area? I?m
>> guessing there are no standard torque specs for these nuts but if
>> someone knows otherwise that would also be a great help.
>>
>> Thanks for the help,
>>
>> Michael Leschisin
>>
>>
>>
>> Wild Blue Yonder
>> #995
>> Menominee, MI
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>


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Message: 4
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:05:15 +0000
From: Jeff Smith <jeffreyssmith at live.com<mailto:jeffreyssmith at live.com>>
To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Rigging Tie Rods
Message-ID: <E1F018EF-444B-4E67-8307-7396B07386A6 at live.com<mailto:E1F018EF-444B-4E67-8307-7396B07386A6 at live.com>>
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Michael,

They also make what are called "crow's foot" wrenches. Essentially, it is the business end of an open-end wrench that you connect to an extension and then your ratchet. They are useful for these hard-to-reach places where you need to get some torque. Finding a size that big might be a problem, but I thought I would mention it.

Jeff
'94, #121

?On 8/15/20, 3:04 PM, "C320-list on behalf of mseyler at cox.net<mailto:mseyler at cox.net>" <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com on behalf of mseyler at cox.net<mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com%20on%20behalf%20of%20mseyler at cox.net>> wrote:

Three possible solutions for tightening the tie-rods.

First, you can get deep-well sockets. I found a 27MM socket at Grainger.

https://www.grainger.com/product/SK-PROFESSIONAL-TOOLS-27mm-Alloy-Steel-Socket-with-20K043<https://www.grainger.com/product/SK-PROFESSIONAL-TOOLS-27mm-Alloy-Steel-Socket-with-20K043>

I also found one much cheaper at Northern Tool.

https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200654072_200654072<https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200654072_200654072>

For the one-time low-torques use you're going to have, the cheaper version is probably fine. Frustratingly, neither one says how deep the socket actually is, so it's hard to tell whether it would be deep enough to fit over the tie-rod end.

There is also such a thing as a "pass-through" socket set. I bought one at Grainger for another project.

https://www.grainger.com/category/tools/sockets-bits/socket-sets?attrs=Item%7CPass-Thru+Socket+Set&filters=attrs<https://www.grainger.com/category/tools/sockets-bits/socket-sets?attrs=Item%7CPass-Thru+Socket+Set&filters=attrs>

It only went up to 22MM, so might not be big enough for the tie-rods. But if you can find one for the size of the nuts, it allows the bolt to pass through the ratchet, and covers any length of bolt.

The other alternative would be to find a box ratchet wrench. Here's one from Grainger, again:

https://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWARD-1-1-8-54PN37<https://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWARD-1-1-8-54PN37>

You might be able to find one cheaper. But because of the thickness of the ratchet mechanism, there may be some places a socket would fit or a plain box wrench, but not a box ratchet wrench.

I agree with Dave that you don't want to tighten the tie-rod too much, because it would tend to pull the fitting down through the deck. But I would think you'd want a little bit of pre-load to counter the upward pull on the windward shrouds when the boat is on the wind. If anyone knows of a specification I'd love to see it.

Good luck, and let us know how it all works out. This list is an incredible source of information that any one of us may need one day.

Mark Seyler
S/V Reality,
Catalina 320, #232
New Orleans, LA



-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com<mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com>> On Behalf Of Dave Hupe
Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2020 11:00 AM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Rigging Tie Rods

Michael-
I had one rod that was loose to the point I could shake it back and forth and hear a slight rattle. I snugged it up just enough with an open end wrench to eliminate the play. I think if you torque it too much you risk cracking the deck at the chain plate (not good).
I think I read an earlier post about just snugging it up. Dave Hupe
1994 C320 #32

Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

On Sat, Aug 15, 2020 at 10:01 AM, Michael Leschisin<mleschisin at imagestudios.com<mailto:mleschisin at imagestudios.com>> wrote: Hey all,

I need to snug down the tie rods for the standing rigging on my boat. (The rods we all have on the interior of the boat that anchor the rigging to the hull behind the settees.). I believe the fore and aft tie rod nuts are 3/4 inch. Does anyone know the exact size of the center tie rod nut? I measured it with calipers but its pretty difficult to get to cleanly, so I?m not sure if it?s an inch and 1/16th, an inch and 1/8th or possibly 27mm.

I?m also looking for some advice on a source for extra long sockets since the rod extends about two and a half inches beyond the nut. I can get a combination wrench on the fore and aft rods, but the ability to turn the wrench is very limited. I?m guessing the center rods, with an even larger wrench, will be even more restricted so it seems a socket would be the way to go?. any experience in this area? I?m guessing there are no standard torque specs for these nuts but if someone knows otherwise that would also be a great help.

Thanks for the help,

Michael Leschisin



Wild Blue Yonder
#995
Menominee, MI








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Message: 5
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:15:32 +0000
From: Jeff Smith <jeffreyssmith at live.com<mailto:jeffreyssmith at live.com>>
To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>" <C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] C320-list Digest, Vol 3800, Issue 2
Message-ID: <97509452-4612-47D3-9277-A4A3C0DAC359 at live.com<mailto:97509452-4612-47D3-9277-A4A3C0DAC359 at live.com>>
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Sara,

I have been happy with my Promariner ProNautic 1230P. The one thing I will say is my Newmar charger was located in the port aft locker on the wall that also serves as the back wall of the galley. Because of the different mounting configuration pattern, I ended up reusing two mounting holes and I had to drill two new holes. The other issue I had is that the 1230P would not accept the larger wire diameter (maybe 6 or 8 AWG, I can't remember now) that feeds the batteries. So, I had to bridge from the larger wires to an AWG (either 12 or 14) that would attach to the charger. It was suggested on this site to use a terminal block that is covered that steps from the one size wire to the other.

>From one who is still working to another, I hope this helps.

Jeff

'94, #121

?On 8/16/20, 5:54 PM, "C320-list on behalf of SARA SCHROEDER" <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com on behalf of saras951 at comcast.net<mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com%20on%20behalf%20of%20saras951 at comcast.net>> wrote:

Thanks everyone for your comments about batteries, starting batteries, and solar panels. It was very informative and I made a spreadsheet to look for consistencies. As suspected there aren't any!

When the initial problem occurred I had tested the batteries with a hydrometer. Because I had just returned from a long weekend they were not fully charged and the readings looked consistent. I just retested them with the hydrometer again after several days of being at the dock. The problem is the batteries. Every cell but one is only at 12.75 and the final cell is at 12.15. Am going to call Dyno Batteries and see if they can put them on their charger and bring them back up (they are 5 years old). If not, I'm investing in new batteries. Additionally, a few buddies of mine think the Newmar Three Stage Smart Charger the PO put on is a piece of crap. I looked at when the PO purchased it and realize it's 16 years old. It's possible the charger is not doing it's job.

Since I'm still working (unlike the rest of you!) and live in the Pacific NW I haven't been taking long trips. It's super easy to just sail on Puget Sound and do overnights here and there. Now that I'm pushing to do more long trips I'm spending more time figuring out my energy consumption.

New question is.....any thoughts on a good battery charger/inverter? Magnum has been suggested.

Hope all you guys figured out your pleated shade issues!!
Sara Schroeder
Wandering Star
2000/#707
Seattle

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> 1. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (John morrison)
> 2. Re: Fuel hose feed to injectors (Dennis Cookson)
> 3. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Allan Field)
> 4. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Chris White)
> 5. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Michael Ferguson)
> 6. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Guy Smith)
> 7. Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (nibj)
> 8. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Irving Grunes)
> 9. Re: Starter Battery and Echo Charger (Danny Jensen)
> 10. Re: Starter Battery and Echo Charger (Danny Jensen)
> 11. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Scott Westwood)
> 12. Re: Starter Battery and Echo Charger (Joe Luciano)
> 13. Re: Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out (Doug Treff)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:27:01 -0400
> From: John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca<mailto:sail-ability at sympatico.ca>>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com<mailto:C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <6F51CDBC-AE31-4525-9129-F727D81C0ADD at sympatico.ca<mailto:6F51CDBC-AE31-4525-9129-F727D81C0ADD at sympatico.ca>>
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> I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered Father Time!!
> JohnM
> 1999#574
> > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> >
> > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:45:58 +0100
> From: Dennis Cookson <dennis at cooksons.net>
> To: "C320-List at catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Fuel hose feed to injectors
> Message-ID: <44F68FDD-8AC3-4350-957C-5F4249ADCD78 at cooksons.net>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> Thanks, Jack, that?s good to know.
>
> Regards,
> Dennis Cookson
> #577
>
> > On 12 Aug 2020, at 13:15, Jack Brennan <jackbrennan at bellsouth.net> wrote:
> >
> > Dennis:
> >
> > I checked on my engine. I too have a hose in that spot. Mine is a 1998 Yanmar 3gm30. It leads from the secondary filter to what appears to be injectors, although I haven?t dug into the manual to confirm that. With the paint on it, you can be sure it?s original.
> >
> > I would take the hose into any shop that sells fuel lines. It looks to be standard. I also wouldn?t worry too much about the hose. They?re pretty tough, and it doesn?t take a huge amount of effort to remove one, in my experience. (I just replaced my fuel lines from the tank to the fuel pump.)
> >
> > Jack Brennan
> > Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> > Tierra Verde, Fl.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Sent from Mail for Windows 10
> >
> > From: Dennis Cookson
> > Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2020 3:48 AM
> > To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> > Subject: Re: [C320-list] Fuel hose feed to injectors
> >
> > Thanks Tim, that?s interesting. I don?t want to pull the old hose off until I?m sure I have a new one ready to fit, as I expect it will crack and be unusable. No other advice on this one as yet!
> >
> > Regards,
> > Dennis Cookson
> > #577
> >
> >> On 11 Aug 2020, at 19:23, Timothy Woods <woodstimothya at gmail.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Sorry if I'm late, been out sailing.
> >>
> >> That's the first time I've seen a hose there. Mine is metal pipe.
> >>
> >> Tim #375
> >>
> >> On Sat, Aug 8, 2020, 10:00 AM Dennis Cookson <dennis at cooksons.net> wrote:
> >>
> >>> I need to replace some of the rubber fuel hoses on our Yanmar 3GM30F which
> >>> are showing signs of wear and are likely original. One of these is the
> >>> line from the secondary filter to the injectors. This hose, seen in this
> >>> photo <
> >>> https://c320.org/mediagallery/media.php?f=0&sort=0&s=2020080813461490<https://c320.org/mediagallery/media.php?f=0&sort=0&s=2020080813461490>>
> >>> has quite a narrow diameter but the new hose I?ve bought is much fatter due
> >>> to better reinforcement, with an approx 17mm diameter. It looks like the
> >>> replacement would foul on the injector fixings. I?m wondering if anyone
> >>> here happens to know the max. diameter I could fit.
> >>>
> >>> My understanding is that the hose inside diameter needs to be 5/16? or 8mm.
> >>>
> >>> Dennis Cookson
> >>> #577. 1999
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >
> >
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:24:40 -0400
> From: Allan Field <allanfield47 at gmail.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID:
> <CA+tGYSZLTC72Y6PFfqfnCcc33_ZR-fqs8aST22SQexy+oAE7nw at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 4
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:55:28 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Chris White <chriswhite252000 at yahoo.co.uk>
> To: "c320-list at catalina320.com" <c320-list at catalina320.com>,
> "C320-List at Catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <1717763409.654360.1597244128803 at mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> To freshen the Velco discs, which get dirty and stained over time, take them all off and put in a container with a high concentration of bleach.Leave for some time then rinse.?They come up like new.
> Chris WhiteDandy C320 #449UK
> On Wednesday, 12 August 2020, 15:51:37 BST, Allan Field <allanfield47 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 15:30:06 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Michael Ferguson <coralman at bellsouth.net>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <2119544439.734898.1597246206137 at mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
>
> Allen if you would please share that info with me also on the curtain fix. Thanks Michael
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com> wrote: Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 6
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 15:31:41 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Guy Smith <smitski2001 at yahoo.com>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com" <c320-list at catalina320.com>,
> "C320-List at Catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <1513280916.914365.1597246301196 at mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> And also with me.... If this email makes it to the list... :(
> Regards,~g
> On Wednesday, August 12, 2020, 11:30:16 AM EDT, Michael Ferguson <coralman at bellsouth.net> wrote:
>
>
> Allen if you would please share that info with me also on the curtain fix. Thanks Michael
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> ? On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com> wrote:? Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >?
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:54:42 -0400
> From: nibj <nibj at mac.com>
> To: "C320-List at catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <A6054DFE-EC57-480D-9686-E0BA56D9826F at mac.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>
> We had on problem on one blind in particular. It would not stay up. My spouse unpicked the sewing around the old velcro on the blind and sewed new velcro in place. So far it has worked well.
>
> On a related note, one of our blinds (in the head) pulls the Velcro off the cabin wall and hangs untidily. Has anyone a fix for that?
>
>
> Peter
> Tangled #226
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 8
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:13:30 -0400
> From: Irving Grunes <igrunes at gmail.com>
> To: "C320-List at catalina320.com" <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID:
> <CAE+H+CJb6iX3FZv_=uri2wdpO5WE+dSWnfSq2CN-2P6vByizwg at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> check ebay for velcro dots
> formerly #851
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 11:54 AM nibj <nibj at mac.com> wrote:
>
> > We had on problem on one blind in particular. It would not stay up. My
> > spouse unpicked the sewing around the old velcro on the blind and sewed new
> > velcro in place. So far it has worked well.
> >
> > On a related note, one of our blinds (in the head) pulls the Velcro off
> > the cabin wall and hangs untidily. Has anyone a fix for that?
> >
> >
> > Peter
> > Tangled #226
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 9
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:20:50 -0700
> From: Danny Jensen <danny at jensenshouse.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Starter Battery and Echo Charger
> Message-ID: <85BFB53E-E011-40E4-8CB5-AEA565D94173 at jensenshouse.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
>
> Here is my videos on my solar. You may be able to connect to your shore charger output wires it you don?t use solar and shore charger at the same time. 200w runs the refer on most days with almost no engine charging. https://youtu.be/FJBYstYlIBI<https://youtu.be/FJBYstYlIBI>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 11, 2020, at 9:08 PM, Sara Skinner Schroeder <saras951 at comcast.net> wrote:
> >
> > ?My 2000 C20 has two 4D deep cycle batteries. I figure I have about 190amp hr capacity for each which if they are not discharged more than 50% I have about 80amp hrs each. She has never had a starter battery. After a weekend rafting with friends I did some analysis on my battery usage. It goes without saying that the refrigeration was the biggest draw. I got nervous that the batteries would not have enough CCA to start the engine so I turned off the refer the night before heading home. I did charge the batteries for a few hours on day 2 but was still not comfortable with how fast the batteries were being depleted. I have a few, somewhat unrelated questions, as I figure out what?s going to be added to the boat next.
> > 1. What kind and size of starter battery do you recommend. Where did you put it?
> > 2. What kind of echo charger do you recommend.
> > 3. My 20 yr old Adler Barber refrigerator compressor is drawing 5.5amps at a setting of 4-5. Does that seem reasonable? I?m wondering if the compressor is starting to fail. It works great and I always have ice but I have no idea how long they usually last.
> > 4. I?m also thinking of getting a solar panel I can throw on the deck to help with battery charging at anchor. Does anyone do this?
> >
> > This stuff is still smoke-and-mirrors to me so I appreciate the input. Finally, my last post was about the installation of my Raymarine autopilot. Thanks to Jack Brennan?s advice and instructions it?s up and running! I even replaced the steering cable while I had it all torn apart. Whew!!!
> > Sara
> > Wandering Star
> > 2000/#707
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 10
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:30:53 -0700
> From: Danny Jensen <danny at jensenshouse.com>
> To: C320-List at catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Starter Battery and Echo Charger
> Message-ID: <1D65A700-7DD6-4FEB-B24A-8855F93B8F04 at jensenshouse.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> I meant to send you this shorter video in my previous post. Here is my test setup of basic solar. https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg<https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 11, 2020, at 9:08 PM, Sara Skinner Schroeder <saras951 at comcast.net> wrote:
> >
> > ?My 2000 C20 has two 4D deep cycle batteries. I figure I have about 190amp hr capacity for each which if they are not discharged more than 50% I have about 80amp hrs each. She has never had a starter battery. After a weekend rafting with friends I did some analysis on my battery usage. It goes without saying that the refrigeration was the biggest draw. I got nervous that the batteries would not have enough CCA to start the engine so I turned off the refer the night before heading home. I did charge the batteries for a few hours on day 2 but was still not comfortable with how fast the batteries were being depleted. I have a few, somewhat unrelated questions, as I figure out what?s going to be added to the boat next.
> > 1. What kind and size of starter battery do you recommend. Where did you put it?
> > 2. What kind of echo charger do you recommend.
> > 3. My 20 yr old Adler Barber refrigerator compressor is drawing 5.5amps at a setting of 4-5. Does that seem reasonable? I?m wondering if the compressor is starting to fail. It works great and I always have ice but I have no idea how long they usually last.
> > 4. I?m also thinking of getting a solar panel I can throw on the deck to help with battery charging at anchor. Does anyone do this?
> >
> > This stuff is still smoke-and-mirrors to me so I appreciate the input. Finally, my last post was about the installation of my Raymarine autopilot. Thanks to Jack Brennan?s advice and instructions it?s up and running! I even replaced the steering cable while I had it all torn apart. Whew!!!
> > Sara
> > Wandering Star
> > 2000/#707
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 11
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:31:31 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Scott Westwood <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net>
> To: "C320-List at Catalina320.com" <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <1618087755.978475.1597253491918 at mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> Allan,? I am also interested in what you did.
>
> Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com> wrote: Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the velcro problem.
>
> Allan S. Field
> Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> Columbia, MD
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
> wrote:
>
> > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > Father Time!!
> > JohnM
> > 1999#574
> > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 12
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:03:50 -0700
> From: Joe Luciano <jnluciano at comcast.net>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Starter Battery and Echo Charger
> Message-ID: <07E82C92-A343-4848-838B-ECAC71020152 at comcast.net>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> Hi Sara,
>
> Lots of good ideas shared in the previous posts. A couple of thoughts from a fellow sailor in the Pacific Northwest. Just need to recognize that the sun power in our area is nothing like that of someone who lives in Florida, for instance. While you can get some power on cloudy days, no where near what you get on sunny days. Just something to take into consideration in our area.
>
> One thing that I have done to my boat is install a Balmar high output alternator with 3 stage voltage regulation. I find this to be one of the best moves I?ve made to keep batteries charged. Without this, the standard engine set up is an automotive style alternator that won?t fully charge deep cycle batteries very well with intermittent engine use. While island hopping in the San Juan?s I sail as often as I can, but I also recognize that there are times I have to motor and I want to take advantage of those times to charge my batteries. At about an hour of motoring, I can restore batteries to 90% typically. This allows me to spend 2-3 days at anchor easily without need for the sun to be out for charging batteries via solar.
>
> In terms of the battery banks, I combined my two 4D banks and put them on the battery 2 terminal. This gives me a usable 200 Amp hours of house bank. I then installed a separate automotive type battery on bank #1 that is dedicated to engine starting only. Typically, I don?t have to use this battery, but it?s peace of mind for always being able to start the engine. The starting battery on my boat fits in the same area as the two 4D batteries under the starboard setee. The automotive battery fits just forward of the other two in a dedicated battery box. The other thing I installed was a Link battery monitor for the house bank that tells me my amp hour usage and current draw at any time. With this instrument, there is basically no excuse for not knowing your battery state of charge.
>
> Anyway, these are the relatively simple things that work for me in our part of the world. They?ve been reliable for me for over 15 years. I have contemplated adding solar, but adding panels and wiring that I?ve considered is somewhat messy and I?ve not felt a need to really go that route given my cruising style.
>
> Joe Luciano
> Second Wind
> #1024
> > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:30 AM, Danny Jensen <danny at jensenshouse.com> wrote:
> >
> > I meant to send you this shorter video in my previous post. Here is my test setup of basic solar. https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg<https://youtu.be/1It6JXgNAxg>
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Aug 11, 2020, at 9:08 PM, Sara Skinner Schroeder <saras951 at comcast.net> wrote:
> >>
> >> ?My 2000 C20 has two 4D deep cycle batteries. I figure I have about 190amp hr capacity for each which if they are not discharged more than 50% I have about 80amp hrs each. She has never had a starter battery. After a weekend rafting with friends I did some analysis on my battery usage. It goes without saying that the refrigeration was the biggest draw. I got nervous that the batteries would not have enough CCA to start the engine so I turned off the refer the night before heading home. I did charge the batteries for a few hours on day 2 but was still not comfortable with how fast the batteries were being depleted. I have a few, somewhat unrelated questions, as I figure out what?s going to be added to the boat next.
> >> 1. What kind and size of starter battery do you recommend. Where did you put it?
> >> 2. What kind of echo charger do you recommend.
> >> 3. My 20 yr old Adler Barber refrigerator compressor is drawing 5.5amps at a setting of 4-5. Does that seem reasonable? I?m wondering if the compressor is starting to fail. It works great and I always have ice but I have no idea how long they usually last.
> >> 4. I?m also thinking of getting a solar panel I can throw on the deck to help with battery charging at anchor. Does anyone do this?
> >>
> >> This stuff is still smoke-and-mirrors to me so I appreciate the input. Finally, my last post was about the installation of my Raymarine autopilot. Thanks to Jack Brennan?s advice and instructions it?s up and running! I even replaced the steering cable while I had it all torn apart. Whew!!!
> >> Sara
> >> Wandering Star
> >> 2000/#707
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPad
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 13
> Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:08:54 -0400
> From: "Doug Treff" <doug at treff.us>
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Pleated Shades Velcro Worn Out
> Message-ID: <6b9ee907-86d2-41c3-906e-49735f04126e at www.fastmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain;charset=utf-8
>
> Clearly there are a lot of us who have the same issue. Add me to the list.
>
> Maybe post pictures in the photo area or something?
>
> --
> Doug Treff
> doug at treff.us
>
> On Wed, Aug 12, 2020, at 1:31 PM, Scott Westwood wrote:
> > Allan,? I am also interested in what you did.
> >
> > Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android
> >
> > On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 10:51 AM, Allan Field<allanfield47 at gmail.com>
> > wrote: Bruce and John - I sent you pictures of how I resolved the
> > velcro problem.
> >
> > Allan S. Field
> > Sewa Shadow - C387, #103 (formerly C320, #808)
> > Columbia, MD
> >
> > On Wed, Aug 12, 2020 at 9:27 AM John morrison <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
> > wrote:
> >
> > > I have been looking as well. The round velcro hooks are pooched on our
> > > boat. I?ve tried to get replacements but all I?ve found are one avail in
> > > the UK, need to buy something like 100 for many pounds. I?ve glued on new
> > > velcro hooks and this works OK, the velcro loops appear to have weathered
> > > Father Time!!
> > > JohnM
> > > 1999#574
> > > > On Aug 12, 2020, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Hunter <swampcreek42 at yahoo.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Looking for a solution to the worn out Velcro fasters on our pleated
> > > window blinds. It seams a waste as well as expensive to replace the blinds
> > > that are fine except for the Velcro.
> > > > Thanks,Bruce HunterNauti Time #720
> > >
> > >
> >
>
>
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