[C320-list] Rope Clutches

Tue Sep 21 16:27:48 PDT 2021

Excellent suggestions Jeff! I already called Garhaur and they were the ones who suggested to just replace them. They did not sell the springs - only the full clutch. 

I'll start with your suggestions and see what happens!
Sara
Wandering Star
2000 /#707
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> I have two rope clutches on my 2000 C320 that are slipping. Thank you to those who identified the source for replacing them. I called and while they are "only" $60 each my gut says "replace them all."  After doing the math I was chatting with a C360 owner and he said he has figured out how to open up his 1999 C360 clutches and tighten them up.  Has anyone done this?  If so, do you have simple instructions?  They couldn't manage to get those clutches any closer together!!
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> Sara 
> Wandering Star
> 2000 / #707
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> From: "Jeff Hare" <Catalina at thehares.com>
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> I would call Garhauer Marine first 1-909-985-9993. They'll let you know your options. They might just send you new springs or provide other guidance.
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> I'd suggest that you remove the line, open the clutch handle all the way back, lift the inner jam part and inspect/clean the jamming teeth. You might find that they have excess line fuzz/debris built up in the teeth. I don't believe there's any "tightening" of them to be done, but maybe you have a damaged spring?
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> Another option may have to do with the type of line you're running through those two cleats. If it's newer line, perhaps it's smaller than the cleat was intended for or older line that is frequently cleated in exactly the same place (like halyards). Older line can get slippery or worn if frequently cleated in the same spot. In that case, then try shortening the halyard a small amount by clipping off a foot of line at the far end clipped to the sail.  This is generally a good idea from time to time over the life of the line anyway since it can help reposition the section of line that sits on the mast head sheaves and clutches.
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> Also, (perennial reminder to those with Charleston/US Spar masts), loosen all the lines that run through your mast blocks unscrew those mast step turning-blocks, apply a little Tef-Gel anticorrosion grease and screw them back in. When they're screwed in all the way and stop, unscrew them one full turn so that they swivel freely and don't bind.
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> I recall replacing a spring once, but mostly I clean the teeth every few years.
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> -Jeff Hare
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> I have two rope clutches on my 2000 C320 that are slipping. Thank you to those who identified the source for replacing them. I called and while they are "only" $60 each my gut says "replace them all."  After doing the math I was chatting with a C360 owner and he said he has figured out how to open up his 1999 C360 clutches and tighten them up.  Has anyone done this?  If so, do you have simple instructions?  They couldn't manage to get those clutches any closer together!!
> 
> Sara 
> Wandering Star
> 2000 / #707
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> Date: Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:14:07 -0400
> From: "Jeff Hare" <Catalina at thehares.com>
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> Subject: Re: [C320-list] 320 Interior Wood Stain Color
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> Absolutely. This is a super easy job with this water based sealer. Here are my suggestions for great results.
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> - Lightly sand with 320 grit sand paper (and a flat block if doing flat surfaces).
> - Remove all the dust with a slightly damp cloth (don't worry about slightly raising the grain).
> - Stir super well because the off-white sediment is the gloss flattener. 
> - Pour out of the can through a paper cone paint strainer into a small plastic re-sealable container like the Tupperware-ish kind of container.  Don't skip this step and you can rinse out the paper strainer to reuse.
> - Buy a Good quality Brush for water based stain/sealers. Seriously Do Not Use a Foam Brush. :)
> - Apply light coats. It dries so quickly and self-levels, you can easily apply 4-6 coats in one afternoon. You can apply an additional coat in as little as 30 min. if you try to avoid hot/cold or humid weather when doing this. Just seal the plastic container, rinse out the brush with water pretty well and have another go after a little delay.
> - I like to do a quick wipe over of the surface with 400 grit sandpaper between coats. This knocks off any nibs/dust that might have formed.
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> Tips:
> - Always run the brush with the grain. You won't see brush marks as long as you keep the coats light go with the grain, and don't go back and "touch up". Just wait for the next coat which will bind nicely to the previous coat and blend in and level itself.
> - If the surface you're going to refinish looks like there are dark areas from water or sun damage (frequently seen in the woodwork by the aft cabin door and around the companionway, take a little extra time and sand to the wood. This isn't as difficult as it might sound, the sealer is thin and you'll get down to clean wood in those spots really quickly. 
> - It's common to see black wood around the screws on the trim pieces below the windows. Just remove the strips and sand those areas until the black is gone and brush on the sealer and they'll look like brand new and match nicely.
> - Just keep the coats light and move quickly.
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> This job is so easy with this sealer, you might be tempted to touch up whenever you happen to have an hour or so to kill. The fiddles around the sink/stove/fridge, the engine cover and trim will look fantastic with only a little time spent.
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> Jeff Hare
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> Clay Carter
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> Hello: Anybody have input about color/brand details for touch up wood stain for 1995?<<<<<<
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> Well, yes, its Target Coatings EM2000wvx. Either from Target Coatings themself or Catalina Direct:
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> https://www.catalinadirect.com/shop-by-boat/catalina-34/hull-deck/maintenance/varnish-satin-interior-1995-to-2001-pint/
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> https://www.catalinadirect.com/interior-finish-history/
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> F. Yaskin
> Blue Canute 1996 #380
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