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General Activities => Main Message Board => Topic started by: Bob Kuba on July 20, 2009, 08:59:44 AM

Title: C34 Tech Notes and Wiki Updates
Post by: Bob Kuba on July 20, 2009, 08:59:44 AM
New and Updated Wiki articles are listed below.
Downloadable .doc Files from the original Tech Notes articles are also available to members in the Tech Notes area.


Wiki Activity and Additions

October 2010

Rigging and Sails - Standing Rigging
Rig Tuning Chart Tensions - PDF file
http://www.c34.org/wiki/images/8/8a/Rigging01.pdf (http://www.c34.org/wiki/images/8/8a/Rigging01.pdf)

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September 2010

Diesel Engine - Cooling
Replacing a Sherwood Water Pump with an Oberdorfer -  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Replacing_a_Sherwood_Water_Pump_with_an_Oberdorfer (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Replacing_a_Sherwood_Water_Pump_with_an_Oberdorfer)

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August 2010

Diesel Engine - Cooling
Heat Exchanger Pictures - New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Heat_Exchanger_Pictures (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Heat_Exchanger_Pictures)

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June 2010

Manuals - Misc Manuals
Wood and Fiberglass repair techniques - Link to online manuals
http://forums.sailinganarchy.com/index.php?showtopic=99649 (http://forums.sailinganarchy.com/index.php?showtopic=99649)

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May 2010

Electrical - Electrical Panel, Wiring & Lighting
Wiring Diagram with 4 6v golf cart batteries and starting battery on Luna Loca  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Wiring_Diagram_with_4_6v_golf_cart_batteries_and_starting_battery_on_Luna_Loca (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Wiring_Diagram_with_4_6v_golf_cart_batteries_and_starting_battery_on_Luna_Loca)

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April 2010

Diesel Engine - Mechanical
Adjusting Valves  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Adjusting_Valves (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Adjusting_Valves)

Refrigeration - Additional Refrigeration Projects
Igloo 12V Refrigeration  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Igloo_12V_Refrigeration (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Igloo_12V_Refrigeration)

Port Lights & Hatches
Instructions for replacing large fixed side windows  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Instructions_for_replacing_large_fixed_side_windows (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Instructions_for_replacing_large_fixed_side_windows)

Anchoring & Docking
Windlass installation w/ bow roller MK 1  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Windlass_installation_w/_bow_roller_MK_1 (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Windlass_installation_w/_bow_roller_MK_1)

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March 2010

Electrical - Starters
Slow or Difficult to Start Universal M-25XP Engine  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Slow_or_Difficult_to_Start_Universal_M-25XP_Engine (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Slow_or_Difficult_to_Start_Universal_M-25XP_Engine)

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February 2010

Cruising Wiki
Data Base - Member Info Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=C34:Community_Portal (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=C34:Community_Portal)

Storage
Aft Berth Storage shelf  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Aft_Berth_Storage_shelf (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Aft_Berth_Storage_shelf)

Storage
V-Berth Cabinet  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=V-Berth_Cabinet (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=V-Berth_Cabinet)

Anchoring & Docking
Double Bow Roller for my C34  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Double_Bow_Roller_for_my_C34

Interior
Replacing the plastic sliding doors - Replacing Sliding Doors  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Replacing_Sliding_Doors (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Replacing_Sliding_Doors)

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January 2010

Rigging and Sails
Clean and Lube your winches  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Clean_and_Lube_your_winches (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Clean_and_Lube_your_winches)

C34:Community Portal Cruising Wiki
Favorite Boat Recipes   Grilled Hamburgers  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Favorite_Boat_Recipes (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Favorite_Boat_Recipes)

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December 2009

C34:Community Portal  Cruising Wiki
Sailing with pets  New
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sailing_with_pets (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sailing_with_pets)

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November 2009

Prop-shaft - Propellers
3 Blade Performance  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=3_Blade_Performance (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=3_Blade_Performance)

Rigging and Sails - Standing Rigging
Inspecting and Re-bedding Chainplates  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Inspecting_and_Re-bedding_Chainplates (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Inspecting_and_Re-bedding_Chainplates)

Diesel - Engine Overheating as a result of an air lock
Engine Air Lock - Engine Heating Problem  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Engine_Air_Lock_-_Engine_Heating_Problem (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Engine_Air_Lock_-_Engine_Heating_Problem)

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October 2009

Stuffing Box
Stuffing box packing -  Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Stuffing_box_packing (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Stuffing_box_packing)

Manuals
List and Links to various on line manuals from Cruising world forum
http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f55/on-line-shop-manuals-8758.html (http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f55/on-line-shop-manuals-8758.html)

Electrical - Electrical Panel, Wiring & Lighting
Catalina 34 Electrical System Upgrade
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Catalina_34_Electrical_System_Upgrade (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Catalina_34_Electrical_System_Upgrade)

Leaks, Paints and Finishes, Miscellaneous, Maintenance
Sealant Types
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sealant_Types (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sealant_Types)

Electronics - Computers Onboard
Nav Station PC Set-up   Updated
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Nav_Station_PC_Set-up&curid=431&diff=3123&oldid=1250 (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Nav_Station_PC_Set-up&curid=431&diff=3123&oldid=1250)

Maintenance - Removing teak plugs Ver 2
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Removing_teak_plugs (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Removing_teak_plugs)

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September 2009

Cockpit - Richie Compass Compensation

http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Richie_Compass_Compensation (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Richie_Compass_Compensation)

Head - Replace your broken pump with a Raritan Replacement
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Replace_your_broken_pump_with_a_Raritan_Replacement (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Replace_your_broken_pump_with_a_Raritan_Replacement)

Critical Upgrades - Starter Fuse Holder
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Starter_Fuse_Holder (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Starter_Fuse_Holder)

C34:Community Portal - Data Base
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=C34:Community_Portal (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=C34:Community_Portal)

Rigging and Sails - Rigid Boom Vang Installation - Photos
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Rigid_Boom_Vang_Installation_-_Photos (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Rigid_Boom_Vang_Installation_-_Photos)

Hull - Rubrail Replacement
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Rubrail_Replacement (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Rubrail_Replacement)

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August 2009

Critical Upgrades - Fuel Pick Up Tube
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Fuel_Pick_Up_Tube (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Fuel_Pick_Up_Tube)

Cockpit - Mk 1.5 Cockpit Shower
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mk_1.5_Cockpit_Shower (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mk_1.5_Cockpit_Shower)

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July 2009

Hanging Locker Upgrade
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Hanging_Locker_Upgrade (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Hanging_Locker_Upgrade)

Aft Locker Refit
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Aft_Locker_Refit_-_Mk_I (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Aft_Locker_Refit_-_Mk_I)

400 Watt Bimini
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Solar_Power (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Solar_Power)

Mainsail Cover Project
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mainsail_Cover (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mainsail_Cover)

Galley Sink Splash Guard
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Galley_Sink_Splashguard (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Galley_Sink_Splashguard)

Lee Cloths for the Cabin
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Lee_Cloths_for_the_Cabin (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Lee_Cloths_for_the_Cabin)

Entertainment Unit
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Entertainment_Unit (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Entertainment_Unit)

Ikea Cabin Lighting
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Interior_Lighting (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Interior_Lighting)

Nav Panel Layouts
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Nav_Panel_Layouts (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Nav_Panel_Layouts)

Salon Table Ideas
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Teak_Tables#A_few_approaches_to_smaller.2C_more_manageable_saloon_tables (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Teak_Tables#A_few_approaches_to_smaller.2C_more_manageable_saloon_tables)

Water Pump Impellers
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Water_Pump_Impellers (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Water_Pump_Impellers)

Lewmar V-1 Vertical Windlass Installation
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Lewmar_V-1_Vertical_Windlass_Installation_on_1990_Catalina_34 (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Lewmar_V-1_Vertical_Windlass_Installation_on_1990_Catalina_34)

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Critical Upgrades
Traveler Bolts
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Traveler_Bolts (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Traveler_Bolts)

Alternator Mount Conversion Kit
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=M-25_Alternator_Mount_Conversion_Kit_"B/M_256891" (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=M-25_Alternator_Mount_Conversion_Kit_"B/M_256891")

Engine Harness Upgrade
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Engine_Harness_Upgrade (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Engine_Harness_Upgrade)

Edson Throttle and Shift Levers
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Edson_Throttle_and_Shift_Levers (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Edson_Throttle_and_Shift_Levers)

Steering Idler Pulley Pins
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Steering_Idler_Pulley_Pins (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Steering_Idler_Pulley_Pins)

M35 Engine Fuel Filter Bracket
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=M35_Engine_Fuel_Filter_Bracket (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=M35_Engine_Fuel_Filter_Bracket)

M35 Engine Raw Water sleeves
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=M35_Engine_Raw_Water_sleeves (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=M35_Engine_Raw_Water_sleeves)

Raw Water Pump Weep Holes
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Raw_Water_Pump_Weep_Holes (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Raw_Water_Pump_Weep_Holes)

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June 2009

Edson Pedestal Shaft Wheel Attachment
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Edson_Pedestal_Shaft_Wheel_Attachment (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Edson_Pedestal_Shaft_Wheel_Attachment)

Reefing - Double and Single Line Reefing
http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Reefing (http://www.c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Reefing)

Replumbing of the Fresh Water Supply System
http://c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Plumbing_Modification (http://c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Plumbing_Modification)

Keel Bolts - Inspecting Tightening
http://c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Keel_Bolts_-_Inspecting_Tightening (http://c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Keel_Bolts_-_Inspecting_Tightening)

Additional Galley Storage
http://c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Additional_Storage (http://c34.org/wiki/index.php?title=Additional_Storage)


Title: Re: C34 Tech Notes and Wiki Updates
Post by: Ken Juul on July 29, 2009, 05:03:11 AM
If anyone has articles or pictures that could be added to the wiki but don't have the computer skills, email them to Bob Kuba or myself, we will be happy to post them for you.
Title: Re: C34 Tech Notes and Wiki Updates
Post by: Bob Kuba on October 29, 2010, 07:31:23 AM
Wiki Additions posted.