[C320-list] Cutless Bearing Project

[ptormey at 4square.net]

#1037 i had to replace the compressor because it kept quitting with the indicator lights on the command component indication low voltage. I replaced the module after using my vom to confirm there was a volt drop on startup. But that didn't fix it. So a new compressor, $1350! Plus install.  So cold beer for another 25yrs.

Pat Tormey

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Subject: Re: [C320-list] Cutless Bearing Project

I am hull #1075. Almost hesitant to say mine is also still working well. It
is good to follow this topic because you never know what is ahead.

On Wed, Nov 11, 2020 at 9:07 PM Greg Flanagan <greg.flanagan at shaw.ca> wrote:

> All I know is that my fridge seems to be working well after fifteen years.
> But I am following this thread carefully, because, well 15 years is a long
> time for any fridge. Anyone with a close hull number please add your
> experiences to this discussion.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Greg
> Hoop Dancer #1076
> Sidney, BC
>
> > On Nov 11, 2020, at 5:15 PM, Jeff Smith <jeffreyssmith at live.com> wrote:
> >
> > Troy,
> >
> > If you have a PSS dripless, you might as well replace the bellows at the
> same time. This requires you to remove the shaft from the coupler, but I am
> guessing that it is time for the bellows if it is time for the cutless
> bearing. I note this because I did my dripless bellows when I did my
> bearing. What I did not know is that our propeller shaft requires a spacer.
> So, I ordered the bellows but the diameter was slightly too big. When I
> called PSS, they said I could reuse the spacer, but it is not preferred. I
> did not realize there was a spacer when I ordered the bellows. This would
> not have been a big deal for you, being on the hard for 5.5 months, but I
> was paying for yard time by the day.
> >
> > I used a standard two-jaw puller (Craftsman) to remove the propeller.
> Just make sure you put the cap on the end that makes a connection with the
> shaft, pulling the propeller off, or you will dimple your shaft (as I did,
> since I still have the bronze shaft).
> >
> > I also regreased my Max-prop at the same time and replaced all the
> screws and cotter pins, etc.
> >
> > I used the BACK bearing, as well, and it worked perfectly. I was a bit
> worried because it was slightly shorter than the length of the strut. I
> tried to center it (fore-aft) in the strut. The tool does work very well.
> My buddy (different make) was extremely jealous, as he pays the yard to do
> his.
> >
> > Good luck.
> >
> > Jeff
> > ’94, #121
> >
> > > On Nov 10, 2020, at 11:00 PM, Mark Cole <boatnboot at me.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi, Troy;
> > >
> > > I used the bearing puller a couple of years ago and it worked great.
> There is a form to fill out on the C320.org <http://c320.org/> website to
> get the tools sent to you. You need to be a member and log into the website
> to see the form. It is under the tab "C320 Resources”. Fill it out and the
> tool loaner administrator will get ahold of you to work out shipping. When
> I used the tools, Bruce Stumpp was the administrator. You will need to pay
> shipping both ways and that isn’t cheap, but it was still worth it. I was
> able to hang onto the tools for a couple of weeks and Bruce will tell you
> if you should send the package back to him or on to another member.
> > >
> > > Mark
> > > Fiddler’s Green, #8
> > >
> > >> On Nov 10, 2020, at 6:29 PM, Troy Dunn <troutwarrior at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Our boat is on the hard for the next 5 1/2 months. I'm going to
> replace
> > >> the cutless bearing. I will be ordering the BACK bearing from Duramax
> > >> this week or next. Trying to understand the 'protocol' for borrowing
> the
> > >> prop puller and bearing tool. Once I have my target date set for doing
> > >> this work, what is the general consensus on how long I can keep the
> tools
> > >> etc. I’m not planning on keeping the tools any longer than necessary
> but
> > >> I'm also not planning on an expletive filled day either...when the
> project
> > >> goes sideways as boat projects are want to do, I'd be interested in
> hearing
> > >> what the general tool borrowing etiquette is. Can the current US
> Toolbox
> > >> Coordinator please advise.
> > >>
> > >> Troy Dunn
> > >> Hull #514
> > >
> >
>
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Brian McLamb