[C320-list] Replacing Stem Fitting

[Dennis Cookson]

Hi Mark,

I’d be interested to see a photo of this crack in the stem fitting if you’re able to post it, so I know exactly what to watch out for. 

Rgds,
Dennis Cookson
Catalina #577

> On 3 May 2021, at 06:03, mseyler at cox.net wrote:
> 
> I have discovered a crack in the stainless steel stem fitting where the
> forestay attaches to the deck, and will need to replace it.  I am aware that
> Catalina Direct offers a fitting, and have a request pending to Catalina
> Parts department for a quote on a replacement fitting.  But my question is,
> how would I get to the nuts on the bolts holding the fitting to the stem?
> As best I can tell there is no access unless I could reach all the way
> around the from the aft side of the anchor locker, and I don't think my arms
> are long enough.  Has anyone replaced this fitting on their 320? Do I need
> to cut an access port in the front side of the anchor locker to reach the
> underside of the fitting?  Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
> 
> 
> 
> Mark Seyler
> 
> S/V Reality, 
> 
> Catalina 320, #232
> 
> New Orleans, LA
> 
> 
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