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#1
Main Message Board / Cutless Bearing Removal tool
September 26, 2022, 02:31:49 PM
i have finished with Dan's Cutless Bearing Removal Tool. It worked great for me. DM me or email to d.benda@hotmail.com if you want it next. It weighs 11 lbs ready to ship from 32507.
#2
Main Message Board / Cutless Bearing Removal tool
August 03, 2022, 07:27:21 PM
I have read several posts that mention a cutless bearing removal tool that has been passed around from boat to boat. Does it still exist? I would love to borrow it.
#3
I forgot to include a picture of the latch itself. If you would like one or two spares send me an email. D.Benda at hotmail.
#4
Stu,
Here goes my second try at a reply....I have attached a photo. The gray parts are the 3d printed replacements. The black part is the failed item. All of my latches have failed at the same point. I'll be packing at least five of these spares on my next Bahamas run. The repair is very simple to perform....a caveman could do it!

Side note....The $27 dollar latch replacement from CD also has a beefed up turner...To date I have not had any of the new latches break.....but i'm ready. 
#5
Main Message Board / Re: Knob for Windlass Circuit Breaker
September 18, 2021, 11:10:15 AM
Best solution I heard so far is to drill out the knob and epoxy in a 6/32 insert. Cheaper and stronger......I like it.
#6
Main Message Board / Round Cabinet/Drawer latch repair.
September 17, 2021, 01:16:55 PM
After agonizing over another broken cabinet latch on my MKII. (I have had at least 7 break in two years) I took matters into my own hands. I have a repair for those latches that will cost about $10 per versus $27 per from CD. Would anyone else be interested in repairing their latches versus new? The repair strengthens the point of failure. Let me know...I am going to have a batch of repair parts made.
#7
Main Message Board / Re: Knob for Windlass Circuit Breaker
September 17, 2021, 12:45:29 PM
I might be able to an exact replacement manufactured for you if interested....I can check with my guy tomorrow.
#8
Main Message Board / Re: Whisker pole operation
November 19, 2020, 09:06:42 AM
Thanks Kevin,
After looking at it again it will go in front of the shroud with no problem. I look forward to giving it a go.
#9
Main Message Board / Whisker pole operation
November 18, 2020, 04:21:00 PM
Hello,
Trying to get up to speed on my new (to me) whisker pole. Do you deploy the whisker pole in front of or behind the forward shrouds. I've watched forespars video and I am a bit confused. Seems to me forward of the shroud would make for bad sail shape. Thanks.
#10
Update. I removed the impeller cover and was surprised to see only two tangs left on the part. The impeller was changed right before I bought the boat in June. Probably about 10 hours total on the engine. The impeller was installed with the o-ring AND gasket, a flat washer that is not shown on the parts diagram and the circlip. I am wondering if this combination of extra parts created heat that lead to the impeller failure.

The hardest part of this repair was trying to locate all the pieces of the failed impeller. I was hoping to be able to rebuild the failed impeller. (Think NTSB plane crash investigation) I was not able to locate some of the missing parts. I found half of them in the HX. None in the 90 degree turn at the pump. I flushed out the hose too.

I test ran the engine at 2500. The temp held steady at 170 no matter what rpm I ran. Should I be worried about the missing shrapnel? 
#11
Wow, thanks for all the input. Catalina owners group is a great resource! Hopefully this will fill in some blanks for those offering advice.
The tach was accurate when checked during the June survey.
The boat is running in freshwater, the current water temp is about 80 degrees.
The temp gauge agrees with the laser on the thermostat housing.
I dont know what Thermostat I have (180 or 160), In either case would steam be acceptable?
I have an Oberdofer N202m-908 water pump.

I am thinking
1. Pull cover off pump to check impeller.
2. Pull cover off HX to look for debris.
3. Check hoses for obstructions.
4. Never run engine at 2500 rpm.  :D

Thanks shipmates!
#12
Main Message Board / Universal M35B steam at 2500 rpm
October 01, 2019, 07:07:59 PM
My new to me 2003 MKII with an M35B blows steam at 2500 rpm. The temp gauge slowly rises to 190 degrees. The impeller was replaced and the HX were overhauled by reputable diesel repairman just prior to my purchase in June. I don't think the coolant system has any air in it because I see a rise in the coolant reservoir as the temp comes up.

I have checked my strainer, it is clear.

I have opened my seacock while the strainer was open...lots of water.

I am considering opening my HX to look for debris.

I am wondering if 2500 rpm is overloading this engine?

Any ideas? thanks



#13
Main Message Board / Engine seacock hose size
August 26, 2019, 07:04:20 PM
Wondering what the hose size is for the seacock to strainer on a MKII? Forespar is assisting me with my leaking seacock handle. They requested the hose I.D. I am 2.5 hours from my boat. I searched the Catalina Owners manual, no luck. Thanks.
#14
I need to replace one of my fixed portlights. I am hoping someone knows the material (plexiglass) thickness (1/4), and tint. The tints at the plastic shop where four digit numbers 2064 and 2074 I think. Thanks.