Stus-List keep the prop shaft from turning

2013-10-26 Thread Eric Frank
g so I can loosen the bolts. Obviously not specific to CC boats, but probably many people on this list know how to do this without damaging things. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C

Stus-List further questions about replacing the bellows on a PYI shaft seal

2013-11-11 Thread Eric Frank
he list about how to proceed. Apparently the salt water leaking around the bellows this summer rusted the coupler sufficiently that it is really stuck. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provide

Re: Stus-List Neverwet

2013-11-12 Thread Eric Frank
Pierre said - that all the coatings like that he knew about would slowly come off if submerged, even in fresh water and even faster in salt water. So that is probably why we have not heard of coatings like this for bottom paint. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA On Nov

Re: Stus-List winterizing engine

2013-11-14 Thread Eric Frank
g the level. In a minute or so an entire gallon has gone through, I kill the engine and am done. Is this procedure not good? Eric Frank Cat'sPaw > Date: Thu, 14 Nov 2013 10:03:21 -0500 > From: "Bill Coleman" > To: > Subject: Re: Stus-List winterizing engine >

Re: Stus-List further questions about replacing the bellows

2013-11-14 Thread Eric Frank
Jim - A great site. Thanks so much. He makes a strong case for not re-using the old coupling, and mine is certainly rusted. Would your suggestion be to let the yard finish the job? On Nov 14, 2013, at 12:00 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > From: Jim Watts > To: 1 CnC List > Subjec

Re: Stus-List Hull numbers for other 35 MkII boats

2013-11-27 Thread Eric Frank
ll of sale when I get home. Jim Watts suggests that CCY means she was built by Calder Building Co. in Arizona - or are you saying it could have been Canada? Anyway, Cat's Paw is another one for your list. In excellent shape, currently on the hard in Mattapoisett, MA. Eric Frank Cat

Re: Stus-List Hull numbers for other 35 MkII boats

2013-11-28 Thread Eric Frank
they were all built by C&C at NOTL.147 MKII's altogether.there are > several around here that I have seen on the water but I don't think the > owners communicate here > _ > >> From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Eric >> Frank

Re: Stus-List Marvel Mystery Oil

2013-11-29 Thread Eric Frank
nsion, like oil and vinegar in salad dressing, but then it separated out over the next couple of minutes. So I poured on the suspension. Does this mixture stay dissolved for others on the list? Is it important to use a particular brand of ATF (I went cheap)? Eric Frank On Nov 29, 2013, at 9:

Re: Stus-List Garmin 50s connection to ST4000 and ST50

2013-12-14 Thread Eric Frank
Curtis, I also have a Raymarine bridging device that goes both ways: NMEA 0183 to SeaTalk and back. The newer Autohelm computers accept and transmit both Seatalk and 0183, so I no longer need it. You are welcome to it. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA From: Curtis

Stus-List testing engine mounts

2013-12-17 Thread Eric Frank
I can reproduce what I think I saw? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Raymarine EV-100 Autopilot

2013-12-18 Thread Eric Frank
Same result with the X-5 on my 35/2. But I see the same behavior when I am steering myself: it's so easy to keep on course going up wind or close reaching - the boat practically sails itself. But on a broad reach or straight downwind, especially with waves, it takes constant attention. So I

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 95, Issue 87

2013-12-23 Thread Eric Frank
The motor mounts on Cats Paw seem to be OK. I took a crowbar and tried lifting the forward end of the engine under the mounts. Could lift it about 0.5 inches but everything felt pretty solid, so I guess I will assume they are OK for now and go ahead with replacing the dripless shaft seal. In

Stus-List semi-flexible solar panels

2013-12-23 Thread Eric Frank
For the last several years (5?) I have been trickle-charging my starting and house batteries with a 20 watt semi-flexible solar panel from Spectra. In the last year, its output has dropped to about 1/4 of the initial charge rate (used to be about 1.2 A in bright sun). Reading reviews of these

Stus-List methods of self-rescue?

2014-01-01 Thread Eric Frank
had one, it would be interesting to try it out on a warm day and with plenty of help around. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Stus-List mounting solar panels

2014-01-11 Thread Eric Frank
braces down to the taffrail? Do you have specific recommendations for mounts? The panel (50 watt) is about 20 X 26 inches and weighs around 10 lbs. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by

Re: Stus-List mounting solar panels

2014-01-11 Thread Eric Frank
Just realized it would be much easier to mount the panel on the pole (which runs right along side the backstay) that supports the radar dome. Side-pole mounts are quite available, not expensive, and with that I can put the panel above where the bimini is located. Also like the idea of getting

Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds

2014-01-17 Thread Eric Frank
r any length of time I close toilet supply > through-hull, half fill the basin with fresh water and pump through > the toilet. When I get back and use the boat there is no sulphur > smell in initial uses of toilet, sweet :) Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA __

Re: Stus-List Homebrew autopilot

2014-01-21 Thread Eric Frank
the "learning" steps in having the autopilot make the appropriate rudder corrections for a certain course error. My guess is these projects will not be of interest to lots of the Stus-list, so perhaps we should start communicating offline. Interested? Eric Frank Cat's P

Re: Stus-List homebrew autopilot

2014-01-21 Thread Eric Frank
This was precisely my concern. I have learned so many useful things on this list-serve that I have no interest in causing a problem (case in point, separating the prop shaft from the transmission coupler - would never have figured out how to do this on my own), and my own sense is that the folk

Re: Stus-List Tank level indicators

2014-02-13 Thread Eric Frank
Fred, I'd like to order a mini. Let me or the list know what to add for shipping so I can write you a check. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA On Feb 13, 2014, at 10:04 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > Date: Thu, 13 Feb 2014 12:49:22 -0600 &g

Re: Stus-List 35-3 Leak

2013-05-23 Thread Eric Frank
le en route. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Date: Thu, 23 May 2013 12:36:28 -0300 > From: dwight veinot > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List 35-3 Leak > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > &g

Re: Stus-List RJC 1000 Radar

2013-06-10 Thread Eric Frank
unted on the backstay made by Waltz Manufacturing, which has worked out fine. They were less expensive than Defender and have a variety of options available. You can find them easily on-line Contact me off-line if you want additional information. Eric Frank Cat's Paw, C&C 35 II Mattapoisett,

Re: Stus-List Bow Rollers

2013-06-27 Thread Eric Frank
Stu, I contacted several people a couple of years ago. These contacts might help although their addresses may also be out of date. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA Hi Frank, You will find pictures of the bow roller at: https://picasaweb.google.com/102494727123

Stus-List Re Bareboat charter BVI

2013-07-08 Thread Eric Frank
Dave, We rented a 35' catamaran from TMM Yacht Charters this March for two couples. None of us had tried a big cat before, all of us were used to cruising in monohulls. It was like staying in a very pleasant hotel: one couple in each hull, with private bath (head does not do them justice) and

Stus-List Recycled diesel fuel

2013-08-11 Thread Eric Frank
problems, so there is no indication anything is wrong, but of course that doesn't mean the fuel is really suitable. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cnc

Re: Stus-List LInk monitor and solar panel issue

2013-08-26 Thread Eric Frank
worked well for the last three years - both batteries stay fully charged as they are being charged separately all the time the boat is on its mooring. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Date: Mon, 26 Aug 2013 09:43:48 -0600 (MDT) > From: BRUCE BOLTON > To: cnc

Re: Stus-List Newbie problems with an older autopilot

2013-08-28 Thread Eric Frank
e motor (and the fluxgate compass) are connected. All told, it was about a $1000 purchase. Check to see if the motor only turns one way, like mine did. If so, then you will probably need to buy a new system, even though I am sure the drive circuitry could have been repaired by someone who knew

Stus-List re solar panels

2013-09-27 Thread Eric Frank
when I am not aboard (pretty much only weekends). Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2013 11:59:06 -0400 > From: Bill Bina > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Solar panels > Message-ID: <5245ab4a.3040...@sbcglobal.net

Re: Stus-List Raymarine autopilot problem

2013-10-02 Thread Eric Frank
n one position or the other. But the new wheel units provide a more positive "click" in one position or the other, and you can adjust the clutch tension, but ultimately a new wheel unit solves the problem. Not a great design in my opinion. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Matta

Stus-List calculation of VMG upwind

2013-10-11 Thread Eric Frank
s exactly right in my experience). Google-searching so far has not provided an explanation, and my high school trig is so far in the past that I can't figure this out. Input welcome. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___

Re: Stus-List Wind based VMG - long and technical

2013-10-13 Thread Eric Frank
Dennis, The best explanation I have seen. Thanks so much. Your suggestion of using WCV to a waypoint well upwind of the actual mark is excellent. I will try it. The only question I have is why the VMG based on AWA, AWS and BSP is not affected by leeway. It seems to me that leeway should pro

Stus-List a source for Si-tex radar domes?

2014-02-26 Thread Eric Frank
double the list price. 2.2 boat-bucks for a very low-end radar dome seems excessive! Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List which iPad

2014-04-01 Thread Eric Frank
en the new ones are not waterproof. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Stus-List lecture on Safety at Sea?

2014-04-06 Thread Eric Frank
paint. Obviously I got the date wrong. Could the person who posted that schedule post it again? Especially if a visit to the Fairhaven West Marine store is still planned. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is

Re: Stus-List wiring projects

2014-04-10 Thread Eric Frank
Dave, I also bought one of these monitors from Fred and installed it last weekend. It was very easy to wire the fuse in the power supply lead, right behind the little panel of the monitor. Obviously it is a much lower amp fuse than the one in your main panel (I assume), so it will blow when

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

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

Re: Stus-List Prop Mussel Farm

2013-01-07 Thread Eric Frank
- no paint or grease. It seems very difficult to generalize from the very different reports. Eric Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Date: Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:54:48 -0400 > From: Robert Abbott > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Stus-List Prop Mussel Fa

Stus-List Adjusting wire tension in Edson steering systems

2013-01-11 Thread Eric Frank
removed, or do I need to adjust the wires directly, groping around under the cockpit from the port cockpit locker? The Edson EB381Steering Guide describes the installation and says to adjust the tension, but doesn't appear to say how this is done. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk I

Re: Stus-List Adjusting wire tension in Edson stering

2013-01-13 Thread Eric Frank
Chuck, I wish the 35-2 had that access port through the cockpit floor. Unfortunately it does not. Worse, the cables are terminated with U-bolts on the wire, so it will require loosening the U bolts (two of them) then pulling the wire tight and then retightening the U-bolts. Probably done whe

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-29 Thread Eric Frank
until reaching the latitude of your destination and then just sailing due east, keeping the latitude constant. Eric Frank Cat'sPaw > From: "Della Barba, Joe" > To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" > Subject: Re: Stus-List Sextant > Message-ID: > <107

Stus-List electronic charts for the BVI

2013-02-14 Thread Eric Frank
I am looking for electronic charts for the BVI. Most useful would be ones that work for the Mac programs MacENC or GPSNavX, but I could entertain other possibilities if that is not available. Navionics seems to cover the BVI only as part of an entire array of charts for South America (pricey)

Re: Stus-List DMK wifi

2013-02-15 Thread Eric Frank
Another system is the Miniplex2-Wifi by ShipModul. I have used their From: "r...@fvprovidian.net" To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Subject: Stus-List DMK WiFi Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii I installed the DMK system on my boat last year and love it. The advantages

Re: Stus-List DMK wifi

2013-02-15 Thread Eric Frank
ad it. COI - I have no connections with the company. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II > From: "r...@fvprovidian.net" > To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" > Subject: Stus-List DMK WiFi > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii > > I

Re: Stus-List wet egg crate voids...

2013-04-03 Thread Eric Frank
Jake, My 35-2 also has a cast aluminum block supporting the mast. I can't tell what the block is sitting on so will be interested in your pictures. Most of the water that collects in the bilge seems to come down the mast (or leaking around the partner?), so I drilled two limber holes in the r

Re: Stus-List toe rail leak

2013-04-11 Thread Eric Frank
Richard, For several years I thought I had a toe rail leak. CC35-II. Water accumulated in the port locker under the aft seat of the settee. Turned out it was a leak in the slides of the hatch cover, where the slides screw into the coach roof. Rain water would leak down through the screw holes

Stus-List primer on unpainted gelcoat

2013-04-16 Thread Eric Frank
er that to make a good base for the antifouling paint (I use Micron 66)? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Electronics at the helm

2013-05-05 Thread Eric Frank
Robert - The feet on my older pedestal guard did not have holes, rather, they were screwed down to the cockpit floor with one screw each right under the tube. It sounds as though that is what you have. But Edson sells replacement feet that do have a hole, with two bolts on the side securing th

Re: Stus-List Electrical issues up the mast

2012-08-16 Thread Eric Frank
he wires to the socket. Not in the mast wiring. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > you know, I did test before hand. The mast head light worked as it should > but the steaming deck light was dim as it is nowI thought, "well it is > lighting and i

Re: Stus-List Edson Steering System

2012-08-23 Thread Eric Frank
the wheel so I could turn it a bit more, but still it would hit the pedestal. What am I doing wrong? Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > In a message dated 8/23/2012 12:42:39 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, > _Joe.Della.Barba@ssa.gov_ (mailto:joe.della.ba...@ss

Re: Stus-List ST4000 wheel drive problem

2012-09-12 Thread Eric Frank
bought on ebay) and in return went sailing with him this summer. A nice guy, and his repair has worked fine, so he hasn't used the wheel I gave him. I would try fixing yours the way he describes. Let me know if you need more information, but do contact Bill - very helpful guy. Good luck,

Re: Stus-List Choppy mooring tips

2012-09-24 Thread Eric Frank
. To take all the strain off the cables and chain, one could mount the emergency tiller (easy to do on the 35 II) and lash it in place, leaving the steering brake completely off. But I have not tried that yet. Would be interested to hear other suggestions. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&

Re: Stus-List chart plotter/radar

2012-09-25 Thread Eric Frank
Hi Danny, I agree with the other comments that a 12" screen right in front of your face is not great. Blocks your view forward. I find the 7" fine. But a bigger screen is great for laying out a course or looking at things in more detail. For that, I take the output from the chart plotter in

Stus-List chartplotter/radar

2012-09-30 Thread Eric Frank
Bob - I think Fred is right. I looked through the Octopus installation manual you referenced, and they discuss three different controller/computer options. The only one I know is Raymarine - expensive, and I think you will need to buy it with the wheel drive or rudder drive part included (which

Re: Stus-List winter covers

2012-10-27 Thread Eric Frank
ut is now pretty routine. Taking it apart in the spring is easy. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > From: Martin DeYoung > Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 4:50 PM > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Winter covers > > What has been the e

Re: Stus-List water pump impellers

2012-11-05 Thread Eric Frank
ed one, whereas the ones I have used before have only 6 (I think) blades. Any reason to favor one over the other? It seemed to work fine. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA > Harking back to a discussion a few weeks back about raw water pump impellers, > I ran in

Stus-List missing sail track?

2012-11-17 Thread Eric Frank
nsail? Suggestions welcome. Eric Frank Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II Mattapoisett, MA ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List headliner bump

2012-12-02 Thread Eric Frank
Dennis, I have one on my 1974 35-2, and it is exactly what Rus guesses. Mounted on the flat on deck is a horizontal block that leads a line aft to the coach roof just forward of the cockpit. I have one on each side of the boat. One I use for a spin halyard, the other for the main sheet. On

Stus-List suggestions for unscrewing a plastic hose barb

2012-12-02 Thread Eric Frank
A 3/4 inch plastic barbed hose adaptor is screwed into the brass thru hull gate valve for the water inlet to the head. I want to replace the hose barb with another one, but can't unscrew it from the thru hull valve. Teflon tape shows on the plastic threads of the barb so I expected it would be

Re: Stus-List suggestions for unscrewing a plastic hose barb

2012-12-03 Thread Eric Frank
Ken ( and later contributors), Sorry, my mistake in terminology. It's not a gate valve. A bronze ball seacock - seems to be in good shape. Still turns easily and definitely turns on and off. Danny - thanks for the input on how to remove the plastic hose barb. I'll try it. Eric Cat's Paw,

Re: Stus-List Mast Gates

2012-12-22 Thread Eric Frank
Based on a suggestion to my inquiry on this list about mast track extensions for my CC 35 MkII, I contacted Mastgate.com and since then have had very positive interactions with the person who makes the tracks (and I think owns the company). His name is Tom Luque. My CC 35 has track slides, not

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

cnc-list@cnc-list.com

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

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

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 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 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 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 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

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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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 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 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 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

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

Stus-List waterproof iPad covers

2015-07-04 Thread Eric Frank via CnC-List
Just got an iPad and want a good waterproof cover. This was discussed here a year or two ago (I didn’t have an iPad then, so didn’t pay attention), but rather than search thru the list, could someone mention a good one? Joel, I seem to remember you provided input about this. Thanks. Eric

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

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

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 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 --

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

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 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

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 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

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

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