[C320-list] Compass Question

[Jeff Hare]

It's not necessary to remove the Ritchie compass for winter. It's not filled with anything that will freeze or be damaged by cold weather.That might be true for some other antique brands of compass though.  No idea there.Jeff
-------- Original message --------From: John Stetson <jbstetson721 at gmail.com> Date: 11/8/21  10:33 AM  (GMT-05:00) To: C320-List at catalina320.com Subject: Re: [C320-list] Compass Question As in Michigan, we in Vermont take winterizing seriously. We have neverdone anything with the compass.John StetsonMorning Star Again#578On Mon, Nov 8, 2021 at 9:19 AM Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:> Here in Michigan we have to winterize our Catalina 320 each year.  I have> just heard that some sailors recommend removing the compass from the helm> and store it indoors.>> Question - what is the opinion of the members of this group?  Do you remove> your compass?   I appreciate your assistance.>> Tom Grass> S/V Bucket List> 2008 Catalina 320 MK II> #1135>-- John Stetsonjbstetson721 at gmail.com802-343-5233 (C)