[C320-list] Holding tank replacement

[Dan Winsor]

I may be missing something but in hull 109 the reason to swap black tanks
was to double the capacity, from about 10 to about 20 gallons. I went with
Ronco which was a translucent poly that provides visible level. More detail
available if desired.
Dan Winsor
Lucky Devil
#109

On Tue, Mar 19, 2024, 19:15 Mark Seyler via C320-list <
c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:

> If your holding tank is leaking, has damage that suggests a leak is likely,
> or has become so permeated that it smells, then a replacement might make
> sense.  (One way to check permeation of a hose or tank is to rub the
> outside
> with a damp cloth or paper towel, and see if smell transfers to the paper
> towel.)  But unless one of those problems exists, I would think you'd get
> more benefit from spending your money on a tank monitoring system that
> would
> give you a reading on tank level without having to look under the settee.
> Some systems allow multiple tank sensors to be displayed on a single
> read-out, which would let you monitor fore and aft water tank levels, as
> well.
>
> If you do need a tank, I'd consider contacting Ronco plastics.  I bought a
> replacement for my aft water tank from them, and even after shipping it was
> still less than the price quoted before shipping on Catalina Direct's
> website.
>
> Mark Seyler
> S/V Reality,
> Catalina 320, #232
> New Orleans, LA
>
> Regards,
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: C320-list <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com> On Behalf Of
> Jack
> Brennan via C320-list
> Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 5:49 PM
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Cc: Jack Brennan <jackbrennan333 at outlook.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Holding tank replacement
>
> Hi Greg:
>
> I bought a poly tank from Defender years ago for another sailboat. I was
> satisfied with it and with the price. And yes, you could see how much
> diesel
> was in there.
>
> As I remember, the manufacturer had a wide variety of shapes and sizes, so
> there should be something that fits.
>
> I also remember that the manufacturer cautioned against strapping it really
> tight when first installed. Apparently, poly tanks swell a little when they
> are first filled.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
>
>
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> ________________________________
> From: C320-list <c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> Greg
> Flanagan via C320-list <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 6:34:13 PM
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com>
> Cc: Greg Flanagan <greg.flanagan at shaw.ca>
> Subject: [C320-list] Holding tank replacement
>
> I have the holding tank out for fibreglass repairs. I could replace the
> tank
> if that is what the group thinks is a worthwhile change. I don't like that
> I
> can't see into it as it is black. Would a new one be clear? Any other
> reasons to replace it? I couldn't find much discussion on the members'
> website.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Greg Flanagan
> Hoop Dancer #1076
> Sidney, BC
>
>