Stus-List Re: Question and Report

2023-05-09 Thread Frank Hrycin via CnC-List
I need a new tank for my 38 the label on the tank was still on it from the manufacturer. I called them and they still had the blueprint for it I just ordered a new one. I converted from gas to diesel so I had them install a return line as well. Here is the link to the company https://miraxfuelpr

Stus-List Re: Jam Cleat

2023-03-16 Thread Frank Hrycin via CnC-List
Look on EBay there are a couple of aluminum jam cleats listed > On Mar 16, 2023, at 17:25, Jonathan Tebbens via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > https://www.nandjmarine.com/store/product-detail/plastic-jam-cleat-6 > http://www.hollandmarine.com/hmp-flipbook-2022/flipbook/index.html?page=204 > > Like

Stus-List Re: Thru Hull

2023-01-20 Thread Frank Hrycin via CnC-List
then used the backing plate as the guide for the router bit. Hope this helps. Frank H Foxfire 38-2 > On Jan 19, 2023, at 5:40 PM, Dennis C. via CnC-List > wrote: > > None of the Perko, Groco or Buck Algonquin flush mount thruhull fittings were > close? > > Dennis

Re: Stus-List C&C Lister Roll Call

2019-10-04 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Eric Frank Cats Paw C&C 35 MkII 1974 Sail #: 60642 efran...@mac.com <mailto:efran...@mac.com> Mattapoisett, MA Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contribution

Stus-List Sea Strainer Plugging Up

2019-06-19 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
unscrewing the strainer from the hull to clean out between it and the cooling intake fitting. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > On Jun 19, 2019, at 10:04 AM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Subject: Stus-List Sea Strainer Plugging Up > Message-ID

Re: Stus-List Garboard plug 37/40

2019-04-10 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
the low point on the deck thru one of the holes in the toe rail, where it also works very well. Eric Frank, C&C 35 Mk II, Mattapoisett, MA > > I believe someone here suggested Magnets, which at the time I thought > wouldn?t connect through that thickness, but I tried with a

Re: Stus-List Speaker...

2018-12-08 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
This is a great idea. If he would like a “speakers fee”, each of us who listens could make a contribution. I would be happy to make one myself. Eric Frank Cat's Paw > All, > I was recently introduced to the gentlemen who sailed across the Atlantic on > his C&C 27 Mk 5

Re: Stus-List Water Storage on 35-II & Drill Bit Set question

2018-12-03 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
ly like most of our list > serve obviously know!). Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to su

Re: Stus-List Water Storage on 35-II & Drill Bit Set question

2018-11-28 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
older when I post the pictures (not knowing how to post them properly like most of our list serve obviously know!). Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each

Re: Stus-List removing sea shells from an Airmar speed sensor

2018-10-29 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
soften the plastic (it didn’t). All the rest of the shells disappeared in about 30 minutes - worked perfectly. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Any dilute acid should work, even lemon juice. I have successfully used a > product called Acid Magic, but you do

Stus-List removing sea shells from an Airmar speed sensor

2018-10-27 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
I’ve chipped off most of the small barnacles and other sea life from the speed sensor, but how does one clean off the remaining small shells without damaging the plastic? Does vinegar work? Other chemicals? Eric Frank Cat's Paw, C&C 35 Mk II Mattapo

Stus-List where to find a 3/4 to 1 1/8 inch hose adaptor

2018-07-11 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Replacing the small automatic electric bilge pump - selected one with a 3/4 inch output, but old one had 1 1/8 inch. Can’t find a hose adaptor to make the change so I can keep using the old discharge hose. Suggestions welcome. Eric Frank Cat's Paw, C&C 35 Mk II Mattapo

Stus-List checking fire extinguishers & Lifeslings

2018-06-27 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
cover I had made for it when purchased seems in good condition. Eric Frank Cat's Paw, C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want

Stus-List recommendations for a small bilge pump

2018-06-20 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
ore? I see Rule pumps and lots of brands I have never heard of on line. The automatic pumps I found online leave about 2 inches of water - is that the best we can do? And what pumps last well? Advice welcome. Eric Frank Cat's Paw, C&C 35 Mk II M

Re: Stus-List radiator cap replacement

2018-06-08 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Thanks, Rick. Very helpful. I downloaded the manual. Eric Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2018 20:09:17 -0400 From: "Rick Taillieu" mailto:rtailli...@cogeco.ca>> To: mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> Subject: Re: Stus-List radiator cap replacement Message-ID: <000b01d3febc$f137a960$d3a6fc20$@ca> Content-Type: text

Stus-List radiator cap replacement

2018-06-07 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
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Re: Stus-List 38 Landfall stemhead/ bow roller cracked (Dreuge)

2018-06-02 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
$200 more, they added stanchion sockets and new stanchions to the bow casting as it extended further aft than the old one (without the roller). It fit beautifully and I have had no trouble with it. White Water people were very pleasant to deal with - I talked mostly with Mike. Eric Frank Cat’s

Re: Stus-List problem getting the raw water flowing

2018-05-30 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
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Stus-List problem getting the raw water flowing

2018-05-30 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
that? Does it suggest that the tubes where the raw water cools the engine water could be getting clogged? Advice appreciated. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributio

Re: Stus-List Coupling bolts shearing

2018-05-23 Thread Frank via CnC-List
the v-drive but in actuality, there was a significant amount of difference between the two causing the bolts on the coupling to loosen. There was enough play in the v-drive output for it to look good. I would suspect that your vibration damper is not doing it’s job. Frank Frank Noragon S/V: Cool

Re: Stus-List C&C 33 MK II Bilge pumps

2018-05-07 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
the holding tank is pumped out by the boatyard launch. Are there other brands of manual pumps I could replace the Whale pump with that do not have this problem? Perhaps made of a corrosion-resistant material? That might be a better, and more permanent solution. Eric Frank Cat’s Paw, CC35 II

Re: Stus-List C&C 33 MK II Bilge pumps

2018-05-02 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
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Re: Stus-List Wax

2018-04-23 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
p using it. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > From: Bruce Whitmore > To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" > Subject: Re: Stus-List Wax > Message-ID: <341358156.172875.1524492543...@mail.yahoo.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8&q

Re: Stus-List Hatches and Vent fans

2018-04-07 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
in the cabin during the summer. Although rain-proof (sloping horizontal metal pieces), it is certainly not waterproof, so in heavy weather I take the sliding “door” out and replace it with the 4 teak boards that came with the boat. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett

Re: Stus-List C&C 24 Portholes

2018-02-17 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Rick, The windows on Cat’s Paw (CC35 MkII) also need to be reset. Do you know of a supplier in the US? Doesn’t have to be close to Boston, but someplace easy to order from for US sailors. Thanks, Eric Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Th

Re: Stus-List PSS Shaft Seal

2018-02-17 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
for leaks and occasionally during the sailing season. Never saw any. Engine use is not heavy - probably 100-200 hours per season, so perhaps that helps explain why no leaks. But it certainly has worked well on Cat’s Paw. Eric Frank Cat’s Paw, CC35 MkII, built in 1974 Mattapoisett, MA

Re: Stus-List Mast Boot Tape

2017-11-14 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Bill, I couldn’t find 8 inch wide tape on Dr. Shrink’s website, or on Amazon. Could you post the URL you used to order it? Eric Frank Cat's Paw > I've had great success with 8" shrink wrap tape from Dr. Shrink. Clean the > mast and collar with a solvent first. The ta

Re: Stus-List AIS improvement + general rewiring

2017-11-06 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Joe and Joel, I have used ShipModul Miniplex2 for many years to send NMEA data from the chart plotter at the helm to MacENC to a Mac laptop using USB, but more recently using it to convert the NMEA to wifi so it can be sent to an iPad. I’ve been using iNavX on the iPad, but probably other softw

Stus-List Replacing Perkins ignition switch

2017-10-08 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
://www.dropbox.com/s/txkent6abpwpdvm/PerkinsControlPanel.JPG?dl=0 Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ The bills have started coming in for the year 2018 and have gone up again. October will be our fund raising month. Please

Re: Stus-List Recommendation for 33-3 bow roller

2017-09-21 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
So sorry, Bill. I remember the lovely sail we had several years ago when I was up at our family cottage in Pentwater, and then mixed up the names. It is Greg Swetka who has a C&C35II, just like my Cat’s Paw. He had a bow roller made by White Water Marine, and then helped me get them to make one

Re: Stus-List Recommendation for 33-3 bow roller

2017-09-21 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
boat and mine are the same, I had White Water make another one just like his, and again it fit perfectly and is a delight to use. Bill might want to comment on this as well - I think he was also very pleased. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > From: Doug Welch ma

Re: Stus-List Transmission ratio for LF38

2017-09-04 Thread Frank via CnC-List
nstant-mesh helical gear, with a Mechanical wet type multi disk clutch. I have no idea what all of this means but I hope that this may help. Frank Noragon S/V: Cool Change C&C 38LF, s/n: 001 Rose City Yacht Club Portland, Oregon ___ Th

Re: Stus-List Whereabouts???

2017-09-03 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
David, Planning to sail from Mattapoisett to Point Judith on Thursday, then on to Greenport on Friday. A bit worried about the weather, bur we will see. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II > On Sep 3, 2017, at 12:00 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > ---

Re: Stus-List mast gate

2017-07-23 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
making them with a 3D printer - don’t know the material. I can send you the drawings I made with all the dimensions, and that would be right for your boat as our boats are identical - CC35 MkII. Eric Frank Cat's Paw Mattapoisett, MA ___ This lis

Stus-List Paragon Transmission Repair

2017-06-29 Thread Frank via CnC-List
The Paragon transmission in my C&C 38LF is leaking about 1/2 pint of oil in four running hours. Doesn’t leak when not running. Does anyone know of a repair facility that works on the old Paragon transmissions? The data plate on the transmission indicates: 9844 SAOD Z-7970. Thanks, Frank Nor

Re: Stus-List Advice for PYI shaft seal maintenance

2017-06-04 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Josh, I do use a MacMaster shaft collar and it works well. The problem is that the PYI shaft collar does not slide easily on the prop shaft, so I can't push it aft to compress the bellows. Maybe some lubrication would help. And I won't loosen the PYI collar again on haul out, as your experien

Stus-List Advice for PYI shaft seal maintenance

2017-06-03 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
ult to compress the bellows and tighten the set screws at the same time, given the limited access to that area (under bilge and exhaust hoses). Any suggestions for holding the bellows compressed temporarily while I tighten the set screws? Eric Frank Cat’s Paw, C&C 35 Mk

Re: Stus-List furling line

2017-05-30 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
I do as well. A big help. Eric Frank Cat's Paw > On May 29, 2017, at 11:35 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Date: Tue, 30 May 2017 02:48:48 + > From: Marek Dziedzic mailto:dziedzi...@hotmail.com>> > To: "Dennis C. via CnC-List" <mailt

Re: Stus-List Lazy Jack advice

2017-04-20 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
overkill. When aboard overnight, I leave the lazy jacks attached to the boom, so they don’t make noise knocking against the mast, and because they are not supporting the boom (rigid vang + main halyard as a topping lift), I plan to leave them attached to the boom. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C

Stus-List Lazy Jack advice

2017-04-19 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
together at some points and farther at others? Advice appreciated! Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our cost

Re: Stus-List C&C 35mkII Windlass

2017-02-08 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Hi Greg, Just read your C&C list-serve entry about a bow roller for your 35 mkII. I am also very interested in adding one to Cat’s Paw. I am curious where you are having the roller made. Is it Holland Marine? Another lister had one made there, and HM built me a great stern ladder a couple of

Re: Stus-List Fw: Strut

2016-11-22 Thread Frank via CnC-List
four years later. Good luck, Frank C&C 38LF, S/N: 001 Rose City YC Portland, Oregon From: Tom Alessi via CnC-List Sent: Monday, November 21, 2016 12:57 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Tom Alessi Subject: Stus-List Fw: Strut Hey, Recently wrapped a line around my prop/shaft and found

Re: Stus-List Paragon SAOV and Walters V-drive manuals

2016-11-21 Thread Frank via CnC-List
Paul, Could you please send me a copy of subject line manuals? My 38LF is now 38 years old and I foresee having some use for this information. Thank you, Frank Noragon C&C 38LF, S/N: 001 Rose City YC Portland, Oregon From: Dreuge via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 7:31 AM To:

Stus-List restoring old snatch blocks

2016-11-09 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
I have a couple of old snatch blocks in which the rubber is so stiff it is hard to open or close them. Does anyone have suggestions for softening the rubber a bit so they are more useful? Eric Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This list is

Stus-List Odd barnacle growth

2016-10-22 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
thoughts about what causes this and how to avoid it? Here’s the link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/44pjga1qixliadz/AACVsjFhGwprwuDydjV-yF5Xa?dl=0 Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This list is supported by the generous don

Re: Stus-List yanmar diesel

2016-10-06 Thread Frank via CnC-List
is a common problem usually solved by blowing air through the line from the pump end back into the tank. I had a similar problem and fortunately someone on the list suggested this procedure to me. It worked. Good luck Frank S/V Cool Change C&C 38LF, S/N: 001 Rose City Yacht Club Port

Re: Stus-List A4 Slips Out of Gear

2016-09-05 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Thanks for the useful responses to my inquiry about fluid for Hurth transmissions. The little plaque that Marek mentioned and included a picture of must have fallen off. I’ll stick with ATF Type A. Eric Frank Cat's Paw ___ This list is support

Re: Stus-List A4 Slips Out of Gear

2016-09-04 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
using the proper fluid? - everything seems to be running fine. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 - List of Hull Numbers etc.

2016-08-18 Thread Frank via CnC-List
Yea, What he saidFrank From: Frederick G Street via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2016 6:58 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Frederick G Street Subject: Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 - List of Hull Numbers etc. John — here’s some info for you: Frank Noragon S/V Cool Change C&a

Re: Stus-List LED masthead lights and steaming/deck light

2016-08-09 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Joel, I also have been very pleased with the new lights I got from MarineBeam. Look for "LED Tri-Color Navigation and All-Around Anchor Light”. I used the old wiring in the mast, unlike Fred, so that circuit was fortunately already fused(!). Eric Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II > Joel ? I replaced a

Re: Stus-List Dull red hull

2016-07-21 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Frank, The hull of my CC 35 II is also is painted a deep red and I have used PoliGlow for the last 5-6 years with good results. There has been extensive discussion of PoliGlow on this list which you can access, and very mixed reviews. My experience is that preparation is critical before

Re: Stus-List Salon Lighting

2016-06-10 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
n this list. The light is great and draws about 1/4 the power of the old one. Works fine and is fairly cheap. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > From: "Bill Coleman" mailto:colt...@verizon.net>> > To: mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> > Subje

Re: Stus-List Rudder collar "donut" removal

2016-04-21 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
? Looks like the infamous donut would have to be removed to replace it. Picture is at https://www.dropbox.com/s/y4gfowalb1qyd8j/RudderPostCollar.JPG?dl=0 Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > I?ve been watching this saga with some interest. Last spring I noticed >

Re: Stus-List Rudder collar "donut" removal

2016-04-21 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
because it is broken in several places. Can I get a replacement for it and then just screw it on? How are others dealing with this? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our me

Re: Stus-List Defender sale - LED nav lights

2016-04-01 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Question about LED replacement bulbs for nav lights. Is there a conversion > chart for our Aqua Signal lights. My steaming and anchoring lights are out > and I want to convert if I have to climb the mast. Might as well do

Stus-List attaching grounding wires to keel bolts

2016-03-11 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
helpful if this did not involve unscrewing the big nuts on the bolts, but perhaps some terminals that connect to the top of the bolts? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change

Stus-List filling old screw holes in the cabin ceiling liner

2016-03-10 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
In replacing some of the old lighting fixtures in Cat’s Paw, I’ve left small holes where screws have been removed. What is recommended to fill these holes so they blend in, at least somewhat, with the cream-colored ceiling liner? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapo

Re: Stus-List is there a keel bolt under the mast?

2016-02-26 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Yes. The mast is out for the winter on my 35 MkII, and there is one keel bolt there on the aluminum plate where the mast sits. Eric Cat’s Paw > This is a good question! > Anybody out there know the answer? > If I can I will be there, it?s always work schedule dependent. > > Thanks for the in

Re: Stus-List CPN 700i - transducers

2016-02-24 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
if you are interested. efran...@mac.com Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > That Raymarine converter is pretty limited in the data it can convert; and it > will only do 4800 baud, so if Steve ever wanted to add AIS, he?s need to > throw that away and start o

Re: Stus-List Replacement Depth Transducer

2016-02-21 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Bob, I have two CP150’s, a slightly earlier version than your 155, and can confirm that they do accept all the standard NEMA 0183 codes used for navigation. Mine do require an external antenna to use its internal GPS, but it sounds like you are already doing that. But they certainly don’t use

Re: Stus-List NAVPOD

2016-02-17 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
your gaskets, I would be happy to send you the piece, which you can use to cut out the gaskets you need. The piece is big enough for that, but easy to mail. If you can use it, just let me know your email address (so we can correspond off-list) and a mailing address. Eric Frank efran

Re: Stus-List Boom vanging...

2016-01-29 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Thanks to all of you who responded so quickly about my question of what fasteners to use to attach my new boom vang to the mast and boom. Clearly the consensus is to use SS screws with TefGel, not pop rivets. Just what I needed to know. Thanks! Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mat

Re: Stus-List Boom vanging...

2016-01-29 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
drilled out. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List depth transducer replacement

2015-12-12 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Dave - And just to let you know, the two-side method worked beautifully. Did it yesterday. Thanks to all who responded (and with a single solution!). Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA Oops - sorry frank, another too hasty reply from work...Agreed with other post

Stus-List depth transducer replacement

2015-12-10 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
. Sound OK, or better to continue from the top? Thanks as always for your input. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the

Re: Stus-List substitution of depth transducers

2015-11-28 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Russ, Delighted to hear that my language apparently puts me in the “young” category. I turned 70 this summer - used to build ham radio transmitters with my father using vacuum tubes. I do have an old handheld weather radio that tunes in AM, but the input from this list has convinced me to repl

Stus-List substitution of depth transducers

2015-11-25 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
transducer when it is completely out of water? Would it harm the Raymarine instrument to be connected to the old transducer? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list pr

Re: Stus-List Bermuda1-2 lessons learned

2015-10-28 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
do not fall out and don’t catch on the jib sheets. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > From: Joel Aronson > To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" > Subject: Re: Stus-List Bermuda1-2 lessons learned > Message-ID: > > Content-Type: text/plain; ch

Stus-List best varnish for underwater use

2015-10-14 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
A friend is painting their sailboard's wooden rudder and centerboard. Won't be left underwater for long periods of time - perhaps a few days at a time. What are your recommendations for what to use? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk

Stus-List waterproof iPad covers

2015-07-04 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Frank Cat’s Paw C&C 35 II ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List C&C30-1 climb to top of mast?

2015-06-07 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
slack. All the lifting is done by me climbing the ladder, but if I should slip, there is a safety. Also, while at the top, the halyard is tied off so I can rest in the climbing harness, making it easier (and safer) to work. Never had any problems with this arrangement. Eric Frank Cat's

Re: Stus-List Solar panel regulator

2015-06-02 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Edd, I have had very good luck (now running on 5-6 years) with the Morningstar SunGuard Solar Charge controller, first with a 20 watt and now with a 40-50 watt solar panel. They are relatively cheap, available through Amazon (and other places), and is very simple to set up and use. If it is

Stus-List RudderPostCollar

2015-05-03 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
In checking out Cat’s Paw today in preparation for launching, I noticed cracks in the collar around the rudder post where it comes through the cockpit floor (C&C 35 Mk II, 1974). The collar looks like an aluminum casting, probably the original one. First, is this sufficiently serious I should

Re: Stus-List Connection fittings for corrugated bilge pump hose

2015-04-27 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Thanks to all of you who contributed answers to my question. It seems quite clear from the responses that to fix this properly, the hose should be replaced. Fortunately that can be done after Cat's Paw is back in the water. As others have noted, this list is great. I just asked this question t

Stus-List Connection fittings for corrugated bilge pump hose

2015-04-27 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
. Thanks! Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Recommendation for Battery Cable

2015-03-26 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
fine). The company has an odd name, but the quality of the marine signal and 12 V power cables I bought from them was fine. You could check with them to make sure they use a good crimper and lugs. http://www.genuinedealz.com/custom-cables Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapo

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Flooded, Sealed or AGM?

2015-02-25 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
ve a small solar panel on the forward hatch. Even with a small panel, though, I recommend a simple charge regulator to stop the charging when the batteries are topped up. Eric Frank Cat's Paw, C&C 35 Mk II > One thing to keep in mind is wet cells can lose up to 10% of charge per

Re: Stus-List Latest chartplotters

2015-01-31 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
response by touching. So it was very helpful to have the joystick in those cases. Worth the extra price. Other than that, the Admiral and I really like the e7 (bought last spring). Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA On Jan 31, 2015, at 12:00 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc

Stus-List Sanitation hose

2014-12-23 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
that much more productive and fun. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go bo

Re: Stus-List Mainsail track gate

2014-11-15 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Greg, I got a custom track extension and gate made by Tom Luque, at Mastgate. MastGates.com Tom was very helpful in designing and sending me a system that worked for the mast in my C&C35 II (original spar, 1974). He will certainly work with you to design something specific. I wanted to extend

Re: Stus-List Exhaust hose replacement for 33-1

2014-11-13 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
on the quadrant. Eric Frank ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list

Re: Stus-List advice on oil filter brands

2014-11-09 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
tps://docs.google.com/file/d/1GWN2wLUqfJ8QbUdxd1z8Jo2L24V2RVQIXLxN0ASuiXxe7ydOlpi8QCpiliBaQa2u449_fyFXE2LXfU8U/edit?usp=docslist_api >> >> On Nov 8, 2014 5:51 PM, "Eric Frank via CnC-List" >> wrote: >> I remember a discussion about which brands of oil filters were better (and &g

Stus-List advice on oil filter brands

2014-11-08 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
, probably less than 20 hours per year. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing --

Stus-List winterizing the PYI shaft seal

2014-10-17 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
about following PS's suggestion? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go bottom

Stus-List Spewing dripless

2014-10-13 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
the shaft, like a zinc anode on the prop shaft. So it is a good safety that does not depend on the set screws. A pain to replace the bellows but it completely solved the problem. PYI recommends changing the bellows every few years. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett

Re: Stus-List Sound insulation

2014-08-29 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
David, On Cat’s Paw, I installed special sound insulation to quiet the noise of our 30 hp Perkins diesel. Decided to make noise measurements in the cockpit, the cabin just forward of the engine, and all the way forward in the V-berth (using a cheap dB meter app on the iPhone). 2 inch thick s

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2014-08-03 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
years, I can see buoys as far away as my wife can (she has excellent vision). This has really made a qualitative difference in my pleasure while sailing. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > On Aug 2, 2014, at 9:49 AM, "Stu" wrote: > > Late last yea

Re: Stus-List binnacle light

2014-07-16 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Joel, My binnacle light is also wired to the Running Lights (not the ones on the mast) switch on the panel, just as Jake has described. But in addition, corrosion on the wires right in the binnacle itself had to be cleaned to get the lights (2 bulbs) to work. Eric Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattap

Stus-List E7 chartplotter reboots when I start the engine

2014-07-07 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
ode to the main battery, so it is kept charged but maintains enough voltage to the E7 when the main voltage drops. But I bet there is a better solution. Suggestions welcome! Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is

Re: Stus-List C&C 32 Genoa sheets

2014-06-18 Thread Frank via CnC-List
John, Do you use a whisker pole or do you ever plan to use a whisker pole? If you do, you might want to take that extra length into consideration. Frank C&C 38LF, S/N 001 Rose City Yacht Club Portland, Oregon From: John Russo via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2014 10:57 AM To: CnC-

Re: Stus-List Can anyone identify the class of this boat?

2014-06-02 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
>From the overall hull shape and way the hull comes out of the water well >before the stern, the best match of all the responses was from Dwight, who >thought it might be a Bluenose sloop, first built in 1946. Also note the way >the mast is stayed, with upper shrouds pushed forward (they must h

Stus-List Can anyone identify the class of this boat?

2014-06-01 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Just saw this lovely little sloop in Hadley Harbor, Buzzards Bay today. About 25 feet long. Can anyone identify her class? Two photos are available on my dropbox - here are the URLs. https://www.dropbox.com/s/3ng1dpa8onucxxp/IMG_1011.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/kyddmw7d585jfgh/IMG_1018.jpg

Stus-List Reattaching compass to Edson pedestal

2014-05-23 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
In putting the pedestal back together after replacing the cables, I've run into a problem in securing my Ritche compass to the top of the pedestal. It is normally held there with two small machine screws that screw into knurled "nuts" that were fastened to the underside of the lip at the top of

Re: Stus-List Edson Wheel Brake

2014-05-22 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
t, it would not disappear down the pedestal. Then just pull the twine out when the legs on the pin are properly bent. It all went fairly smoothly. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Date: Wed, 21 May 2014 18:56:31 -0700 (PDT) > From: Sylvain Laplante via Cn

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 3QM30 thermostat for converted system

2014-05-21 Thread Frank via CnC-List
: 71 degrees C/42 degrees C. Full opening temperature: 85 degrees C/52 degrees C. Frank Noragon S/V Cool Change C&C 38LF, S/N:001 Rose City Yacht Club Portland, Oregon From: PME via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2014 11:05 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Yanmar 3

Re: Stus-List Mixed batteries

2014-05-05 Thread Frank Woronkowicz via CnC-List
Rich Please e mail schematic. Thanks Frank LF 38 Annapolis Sent from my iPhone > On May 5, 2014, at 10:38 AM, Rich Knowles via CnC-List > wrote: > > The best method I have found and the least problematic from all points of > view is to have a dedicated starting battery that do

Stus-List Update on jammed transmission lever

2014-05-03 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
il help? Other suggestions? > > Eric > >> You have the first step: disconnect the cable at the lever and see if the >> tx lever moves. >> >> Rich >> >>> On Apr 27, 2014, at 7:36, Eric Frank wrote: >>> >>> Just replaced the PYI driple

Stus-List Your membership in the mailing list CnC-List has been disabled

2014-05-01 Thread Frank via CnC-List
I got this today, is it real? I don't recognize the password. Frank S/V Cool Change -Original Message- From: cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 11:17 AM To: n...@comcast.net Subject: confirm 591c5f55764b22dbe12cbb2ddc374b295a239586 Your membership i

Re: Stus-List jammed transmission lever

2014-04-27 Thread Eric Frank
ons? Eric > You have the first step: disconnect the cable at the lever and see if the tx > lever moves. > > Rich > >> On Apr 27, 2014, at 7:36, Eric Frank wrote: >> >> Just replaced the PYI dripless "stuffing box" on Cat's Paw, a 35 C&C

Stus-List jammed transmission lever

2014-04-27 Thread Eric Frank
Just replaced the PYI dripless "stuffing box" on Cat's Paw, a 35 C&C Mk II. With lots of help from the list last fall, got the old one out and just replaced it with a new one last weekend. The re-installation went very smoothly and I thought all was well. But when I fired up the Perkins diesel

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