[C320-list] Holding tank replacement

[Dan Winsor]

B348.   22 gallons

On Tue, Mar 19, 2024, 22:04 Greg Flanagan via C320-list <
c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:

> Hi Dan, which tank (number) did you buy?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Greg
>
> > On Mar 19, 2024, at 6:53 PM, Dan Winsor via C320-list <
> c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >
> > 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
> > >
> > >
>