[C320-list] prop replacement? used 150% headsail?

[Joe Luciano]

Yep. Folding prop.

Joe

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> On Sep 23, 2021, at 9:45 AM, Scott Thompson <surprise at thompson87.com> wrote:
> 
> Joe, I think you mean you have a folding prop. Gori does not make feathering props.
> 
> 
>> On 9/23/2021 12:34 PM, Joe Luciano wrote:
>> Bill,
>> 
>> I installed a Gori 3 blade feathering prop about 10 years ago.  It replaced the standard 2 blade fixed prop that came with the boat.  It added about a 1/2 knot to my speed in a good breeze under sail.  It also reduced the prop walk considerably while in reverse.  There is a bit of extra maintenance in that there are two prop zincs that have to be replaced when changing the shaft zinc.  In addition, at haul out, I use lanolin grease on the gears to maintain the smooth movement.  It’s been a good prop for me…….
>> 
>> Joe Luciano
>> Second Wind
>> #1044
>> 
>>>> On Sep 23, 2021, at 7:46 AM, P.F. Ross <pfrstl at gmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Bill,
>>> 
>>> I installed an Autoprop H5 over 23 years ago based on reviews from
>>> Practical Sailor in 1995.  In those years, I was on an inland lake and did
>>> not race, but I know I picked up some speed.  My main motivation was for
>>> backing and the Autoprop was reportedly (and in my experience) far superior
>>> to the original prop regarding power and walk.
>>> 
>>> https://www.practical-sailor.com/boat-maintenance/ps-advisor-07-15-99
>>> 
>>> In the intervening years, the only maintenance I have done is to hose out
>>> the bearings when hauled (average of once every 3 years) and to replace the
>>> prop zinc.  Hosing the bearings was really just a feel good experience,
>>> they were always free.  Overall a very positive experience.
>>> 
>>> Regards,
>>> 
>>> Frank Ross
>>> Beta Wave #206
>>> Naples, FL
>>> 
>>> On Thu, Sep 23, 2021 at 8:33 AM Jack Brennan <jackbrennan at bellsouth.net>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>>> Bill:
>>>> 
>>>> I would check out several of the web sites that sell new sails
>>>> specifically for Catalinas. The Rolly Tasker sails are known to be decent.
>>>> In my experience, they are not that much more than used sails once you get
>>>> away from Catalina Direct, North Sails, etc.
>>>> 
>>>> The dirty secret in sailmaking is that many of the lofts no longer make
>>>> their own sails. They order Asian sails, then maybe do some customization,
>>>> or maybe not. You can cut out the middleman and save some big bucks by
>>>> buying online.
>>>> 
>>>> Many years ago, I bought Rolly Tasker sails for a Catalina 25 to fit on my
>>>> C&C 25. They sold for a couple hundred more than used sails and worked
>>>> great.
>>>> 
>>>> Jack Brennan
>>>> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
>>>> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> 
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>>>> 
>>>> From: Doug Treff
>>>> Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2021 9:11 AM
>>>> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
>>>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] prop replacement? used 150% headsail?
>>>> 
>>>> Bill,
>>>> 
>>>> I have no recommendations on the prop, but I recently bought a brand new
>>>> factory sail from Masthead Sailing Gear in Florida. He had an inventory of
>>>> brand new sails for the C320. I have no idea what's left, but you should
>>>> email him and ask.
>>>> 
>>>> His name is Paul and he can be reached at masthead at mastheadsailinggear.com
>>>> 
>>>> They do have a website but the inventory section is not current. Best to
>>>> just email him.
>>>> 
>>>> --
>>>> Doug Treff
>>>> doug at treff.us
>>>> 
>>>> On Thu, Sep 23, 2021, at 6:17 AM, wdoc1 at aol.com wrote:
>>>>> Feeling "the need for speed!"  I have a fixed 3-blade propeller.
>>>>> Considering replacing this with a folding or feathering prop to gain a
>>>>> little speed for casual Wed nite racing without sacrificing too much
>>>>> performance under power.
>>>>> Also looking to purchase a used 150-155% headsail...no matches yet at
>>>>> Bacon Sails or on eBay.
>>>>> Anyone have recommendations/observations?
>>>>> Thank you,
>>>>> Bill McConnellDiversion, 2000, #714
>>>> 
> 
> -- 
> Scott Thompson
> Surprise, #653
>