[C320-list] Edson steering chain/cable

[Stephen Cox]

Michael,

Expect some stretch in the wire initially if not over time, especially if you
get caught out in some large swells for a while, which will require some
retensioning.  Really should check that as part of your annual season
preparation anyway.

Regards,

Stephen Cox
Tegwen #1141

> -----Original Message-----
> From: C320-list 
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of 
> Michael Ferguson
> Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2020 4:41 AM
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Edson steering chain/cable
> 
> Thanks JackSounds like a doable job for me. Michael
> 
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>   On Wed, Mar 25, 2020 at 1:29 PM, Jack 
> Brennan<jackbrennan at bellsouth.net> wrote:   Hi Michael:
> 
> I replaced one on a previous sailboat, a Bristol 30. On the 
> 320, it should be a much easier job. I had to crawl under the 
> cockpit on the Bristol.
> 
> To check the condition of your current chain and cable, run a 
> rag along the cable to see whether you have any broken 
> strands. Also, check the Nicropress fittings or bulldog 
> clips, which secure the ends of the cables to the steering 
> quadrant, for tightness and cracks.
> 
> You can access the quadrant either through the stern locker 
> or the housing in the aft cabin. I can’t remember at the moment. 
> 
> If all is well, you can likely get away with lubing the chain 
> and cable, then checking it periodically. 
> 
> If you want to replace it to be safe, you can buy a 
> replacement at Catalina Direct for $320. You can probably 
> find one for less in an online chandlery, but measure yours 
> first so you buy the correct size.
> 
> Your rudder shaft has a quadrant on it where the cables 
> attach. Cut the cables or loosen the bulldog clips to remove 
> the cables. Then you should be able to remove the compass at 
> the pedestal and pull the chain and cable up from there.
> 
> Drop the new one down. Make sure the wheel and the 
> cable/chain are centered so you steer properly. Then secure 
> the cables to the quadrant with the bulldog clips. Make sure 
> you use two or three for each cable and tighten the hell out 
> of them with a ratchet.
> 
> You don’t want them coming loose.
> 
> Good luck. You need to stretch and bend some, but it’s not a 
> difficult job.
> 
> 
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
> Dolphin Cruising Club of Florida
> 
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> 
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> 
> From: Michael Ferguson
> Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 11:50 AM
> To: Catalina List
> Subject: [C320-list] Edson steering chain/cable
> 
> 
> Has anyone replaced their Edson steering Chain & cable on an 
> older model. I have a 95 that has the original and thinking I 
> probably should replace it. Thanks MichaelNauti Clew 169 Sent 
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