Re: [C320-list] C320-list Digest, Vol 4854, Issue 1
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> 2. Re: Electric winch (Troy Dunn)
> 3. Re: Electric winch (Jack Brennan)
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> ? 1. Re: cockpit shower head (Tim Van de Water)
> ? 2. Re: cockpit shower head (Tim Van de Water)
> ? 3. Electric winch (David Wellerstein)
> ? 4. Re: Electric winch (Mike Shetter)
> ? 5. Re: Electric winch (Jack Brennan)
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> ? 7. Re: Electric winch (Charles Holbrook)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 19:57:54 -0400
> From: Tim Van de Water <tj.van...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Louis Friedman via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>,
> ??? Louis Friedman <lou...@gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] cockpit shower head
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> Lou, I feel you.? I was on my boat on Friday... and found the shower head
> has broken off at the hose connection.? I found the same result on the
> Catalina Direct site.? Looking forward to everyone's feedback!
>
> Regards,
> *Tim Van de Water*
> *s/v Coda*
> *#537 (1998)*
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> On Sun, May 11, 2025 at 3:54?PM Louis Friedman via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
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> >? Hi all, i just noticed that? pin for the trigger on the cockpit
> > showerhead has broken.? Looking on Catalina direct it appears they only
> > sell the entire assembly(the head itself was apparently discontinued!).
> > Anyone have this issue before and find a replacement for just the shower
> > head?
> >
> >
> > Lou
> > s/v Miss Adventure
> > #623
> >
>
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> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 19:57:54 -0400
> From: Tim Van de Water <tj.van...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Louis Friedman via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>,
> ??? Louis Friedman <lou...@gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] cockpit shower head
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> Lou, I feel you.? I was on my boat on Friday... and found the shower head
> has broken off at the hose connection.? I found the same result on the
> Catalina Direct site.? Looking forward to everyone's feedback!
>
> Regards,
> *Tim Van de Water*
> *s/v Coda*
> *#537 (1998)*
>
> On Sun, May 11, 2025 at 3:54?PM Louis Friedman via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
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> >? Hi all, i just noticed that? pin for the trigger on the cockpit
> > showerhead has broken.? Looking on Catalina direct it appears they only
> > sell the entire assembly(the head itself was apparently discontinued!).
> > Anyone have this issue before and find a replacement for just the shower
> > head?
> >
> >
> > Lou
> > s/v Miss Adventure
> > #623
> >
>
>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 20:00:40 -0700
> From: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
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> Hi all!
>
> Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to be
> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in all a
> great day!
>
> Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to be about
> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
>
> So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta k?s
> (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> the cards, at least not for awhile.
>
> Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
>
> ?David
>
> C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
>
> David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
>
>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 23:16:35 -0400
> From: Mike Shetter <mi...@softscrap.com>
> To: <C320...@Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
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> ? I use a 3/8 battery powered drill from Harbor freight, about $60 and a
> ? winch bit adapter about $20.? I turn 80 this summer and the arrangement
> ? makes raising the main a piece of cake.
>
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> ? Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:08 PM
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> ? Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> ? Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
>
> ? Hi all!
> ? Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25. Great day to be
> ? out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> ? treat. First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in
> ? all a great day!
> ? Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> ? pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail. I
> ? thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise
> ? the main would be perfect until I checked the prices. Wow. Looks to be
> ? about $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> ? So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> ? k?s (IYKYK) like me? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but
> ? not in the cards, at least not for awhile.
> ? Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> ? under sink water issue(s). This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> ? saver!
> ? ?David
> ? C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> ? David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
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> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 03:32:40 +0000
> From: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
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> I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the gym.
> :)
>
> Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely helpful.
> I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the topping lift
> before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the wind.
>
> A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you don't
> realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
>
> Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass that
> handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a 35-pound anchor
> and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
>
> I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
>
> Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
>
> Hi all!
>
> Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to be
> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in all a
> great day!
>
> Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to be about
> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
>
> So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta k?s
> (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> the cards, at least not for awhile.
>
> Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
>
> ?David
>
> C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
>
> David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 6
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 07:11:34 -0400
> From: Diane Fowler <dian...@aol.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <CE48B3AD-B1F7-444B...@aol.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> ? We raise the main with a crew member "jumping" the main.? He hauls most
> ? of the line down while I take up slack.? Halyard is locked , so when it
> ? gets to the end/ he comes back & uses wench for final adjustment.? He's
> ? 82 & going strong!
>
> ? #948 Windy City, Cape Coral, FL
>
> ? Captain Diane Fowler, CRS, GRI, e-PRO
>
> ? Entrepreneur / REALTOR?
> ? Experience Real Estate Group, LLC
> ? [1]https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com
>
> ? Cell/Text: (239) 850-4935
> ? [2]dian...@aol.com
> ? "A referral of your friend is the greatest compliment anyone can give
> ? me."
>
> ? ? On May 11, 2025, at 11:33?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list
> ? ? <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> ? ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> ? gym. :)
> ? Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> ? helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> ? topping lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly
> ? into the wind.
> ? A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> ? don't realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you
> ? the opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> ? Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> ? that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a
> ? 35-pound anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> ? I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> ? jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> ? Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> ? Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> ? Tierra Verde, Fl.
> ? ________________________________
> ? From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> ? David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> ? Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> ? To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> ? Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> ? Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> ? Hi all!
> ? Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to
> ? be out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is
> ? always a treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but
> ? all in all a great day!
> ? Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> ? pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> ? thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise
> ? the main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to
> ? be about $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for
> ? installation.
> ? So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> ? k?s (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but
> ? not in the cards, at least not for awhile.
> ? Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> ? under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> ? saver!
> ? ?David
> ? C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> ? David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
> References
>
> ? 1. https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com/
> ? 2. mailto:dian...@aol.com
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 11:47:03 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Charles Holbrook <charles...@ymail.com>
> To: "c320...@catalina320.com" <c320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <891335935.20903...@mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> David,??
> I use a heavy duty drill with an attachment that fits right into the top
> of the winch.? Look on Amazon for a "Sailboat Winch Bit Adapter."? ?It cost
> $18.89.
> Charlie Holbrook"Nautigirl" 192? ? On Monday, May 12, 2025 at 07:12:17 AM
> EDT, Diane Fowler via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:?
>
> ? We raise the main with a crew member "jumping" the main.? He hauls most
> ? of the line down while I take up slack.? Halyard is locked , so when it
> ? gets to the end/ he comes back & uses wench for final adjustment.? He's
> ? 82 & going strong!
>
> ? #948 Windy City, Cape Coral, FL
>
> ? Captain Diane Fowler, CRS, GRI, e-PRO
>
> ? Entrepreneur / REALTOR?
> ? Experience Real Estate Group, LLC
> ? [1]https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com
>
> ? Cell/Text: (239) 850-4935
> ? [2]dian...@aol.com
> ? "A referral of your friend is the greatest compliment anyone can give
> ? me."
>
> ? ? On May 11, 2025, at 11:33?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list
> ? ? <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> ? ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> ? gym. :)
> ? Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> ? helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> ? topping lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly
> ? into the wind.
> ? A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> ? don't realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you
> ? the opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> ? Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> ? that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a
> ? 35-pound anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> ? I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> ? jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> ? Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> ? Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> ? Tierra Verde, Fl.
> ? ________________________________
> ? From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> ? David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> ? Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> ? To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> ? Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> ? Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> ? Hi all!
> ? Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to
> ? be out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is
> ? always a treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but
> ? all in all a great day!
> ? Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> ? pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> ? thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise
> ? the main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to
> ? be about $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for
> ? installation.
> ? So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> ? k?s (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but
> ? not in the cards, at least not for awhile.
> ? Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> ? under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> ? saver!
> ? ?David
> ? C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> ? David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
> References
>
> ? 1. https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com/
> ? 2. mailto:dian...@aol.com
> ?
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 8
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 07:51:18 -0400
> From: SV Osprey <svospre...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>,
> ??? C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <B477852D-D6AE-4DF1...@gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain;??? charset=utf-8
>
> Here?s a link to a chuck that fits on an electric drill for less ?torquey?
> lifting? But you would lose the?feel? like Jack says.
>
> https://a.co/d/fS0k57v
>
> I feel you. My shoulder is need of cortisone after a struggle with the
> main winch. ?
>
> Elan
> Sv Osprey
> 1997 Catalina 320 #451
>
> > On May 11, 2025, at 11:34?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >
> > ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> gym. :)
> >
> > Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the topping
> lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the wind.
> >
> > A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you don't
> realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> >
> > Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a 35-pound
> anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> >
> > I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> >
> > Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> > Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> > Tierra Verde, Fl.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> > To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> > Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> > Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> >
> > Hi all!
> >
> > Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to be
> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in all a
> great day!
> >
> > Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to be about
> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> >
> > So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta k?s
> (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> the cards, at least not for awhile.
> >
> > Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
> >
> > ?David
> >
> > C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> >
> > David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
> >
>
>
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> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 21:44:29 -0400
> From: Troy Dunn <troutw...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
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> +1 for jumping the main. This works really well for us and IF you coat
> the lugs with a dry lube, ease the boom vang, topping lift and mainsheet so
> the boom is not constrained the main goes up effortlessly. Any PTFE
> lubricant will work, i use the stuff remington sells but sailkote works
> too. Before you move to the mast to jump the main, lock the clutch and
> undo the halyard so you can hand it to whoever you have at the helm
> (assuming a 2 person crew), they need to steer to windward while taking up
> slack. Works a champ everytime.
>
> Troy Dunn
> Hull #514
>
> On Mon, May 12, 2025 at 7:52?AM SV Osprey via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> > Here?s a link to a chuck that fits on an electric drill for less
> ?torquey?
> > lifting? But you would lose the?feel? like Jack says.
> >
> > https://a.co/d/fS0k57v
> >
> > I feel you. My shoulder is need of cortisone after a struggle with the
> > main winch. ?
> >
> > Elan
> > Sv Osprey
> > 1997 Catalina 320 #451
> >
> > > On May 11, 2025, at 11:34?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list <
> > c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> > gym. :)
> > >
> > > Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> > helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> topping
> > lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the
> wind.
> > >
> > > A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> don't
> > realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> > opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> > >
> > > Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> > that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a 35-pound
> > anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> > >
> > > I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> > jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> > >
> > > Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> > > Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> > > Tierra Verde, Fl.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > ________________________________
> > > From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> > David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> > > To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> > > Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> > > Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> > >
> > > Hi all!
> > >
> > > Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25. Great day to
> be
> > out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> > treat. First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in
> all a
> > great day!
> > >
> > > Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> > pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail. I
> > thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> > main would be perfect until I checked the prices. Wow. Looks to be
> about
> > $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> > >
> > > So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> k?s
> > (IYKYK) like me? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> > the cards, at least not for awhile.
> > >
> > > Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> > under sink water issue(s). This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
> > >
> > > ?David
> > >
> > > C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> > >
> > > David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 01:55:09 +0000
> From: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID:
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> SN6PR11MB2973D5DC2E...@SN6PR11MB2973.namprd11.prod.outlook.com
> >
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>
> The only caveat with the electric drill and winch is to remember that they
> have the cheap lithium batteries, the kind that occasionally overheat and
> catch fire.
>
> Good practice is to keep the batteries in a fire bag and not charge them
> at night or when you're away from the boat. (This is also good practice for
> cell phones, tablets, battery packs, electric motors, e-bikes and similar
> stuff.)
>
> Fires don't happen often, but often enough to spook airlines. You don't
> want a fire on your boat.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
> ________________________________
>
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 02:14:10 +0000 (UTC)
> From: bruceheyman <bruce...@cox.net>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <c320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <1294530587.7552...@mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> Jack brings up a really good point.? ? I bought similar bags to these for
> all of our tall ships and for our C320.? ?No one is allowed to charge
> phones, flashlights, dive computers, dive lights unless they are in one of
> these bags in a centralized location.? USCG has issued guidance to use
> these bags.
> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KZQZBN2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_titleBruce
> HeymanSomerset 2000 Catalina 320San Pedro, CA
> On Monday, May 12, 2025 at 06:55:17 PM PDT, Jack Brennan via C320-list
> <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> The only caveat with the electric drill and winch is to remember that
> they have the cheap lithium batteries, the kind that occasionally overheat
> and catch fire.
>
> Good practice is to keep the batteries in a fire bag and not charge them
> at night or when you're away from the boat. (This is also good practice for
> cell phones, tablets, battery packs, electric motors, e-bikes and similar
> stuff.)
>
> Fires don't happen often, but often enough to spook airlines. You don't
> want a fire on your boat.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
> ________________________________
>
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 11:06:34 +0000
> From: ptormey 4square.net <pto...@4square.net>
> To: "C320...@Catalina320.com" <C320...@Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID:
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> BN0P221MB05901E8F0A...@BN0P221MB0590.NAMP221.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM
> >
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> While I hear a lot of stories about lithium batteries, it's important to
> note that it's the cheap ones to avoid. Having worked in the manufacture of
> USA made battery powered tool (Back when we did that kind of thing) I know
> UL tested products thoroughly tested IF using the provided chargers.
>
> Some AI told me this
> "Yes, lithium batteries that are CSA (Canadian Standards Association) or
> UL (Underwriters Laboratories) approved have undergone rigorous safety
> testing to meet industry standards. These certifications ensure that the
> batteries comply with regulations for overcharging, short-circuiting,
> overheating, and impact resistance.
> However, it's important to verify that the battery is genuinely certified
> and not counterfeit. Some key safety measures include:
> - UL 1642 & UL 2054: Standards for lithium cell and battery packs.
> - CSA Certification: Ensures compliance with Canadian electrical safety
> regulations.
> - UN38.3 Testing: Confirms safe transportation of lithium batteries.
>
> If you're purchasing lithium batteries, look for authentic certification
> marks and avoid uncertified or low-quality alternatives.
> ."
>
> Pat
> Pat Tormey
> s/v Blues Skies
> Newport RI
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> On Behalf Of
> Jack Brennan via C320-list
> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 9:55 PM
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
>
> The only caveat with the electric drill and winch is to remember that they
> have the cheap lithium batteries, the kind that occasionally overheat and
> catch fire.
>
> Good practice is to keep the batteries in a fire bag and not charge them
> at night or when you're away from the boat. (This is also good practice for
> cell phones, tablets, battery packs, electric motors, e-bikes and similar
> stuff.)
>
> Fires don't happen often, but often enough to spook airlines. You don't
> want a fire on your boat.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
> ________________________________
>
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 6
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 12:36:47 +0000
> From: surprise thompson87.com <surp...@thompson87.com>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Cc: Troy Dunn <troutw...@gmail.com>, "C320...@catalina320.com"
> <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <2E64934D-D755-4CC6...@thompson87.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> Dirt in the sail track makes a big difference. A few times each season I
> put a generous amount of dish soap in the slot above the lugs and let it
> trickle down just before raising the main. The soap is a good lubricant and
> this helps clean the track when it rains. The sail always goes up much
> easier afterwards.
>
> > On May 12, 2025, at 9:45?PM, Troy Dunn via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >
> > ?+1 for jumping the main. This works really well for us and IF you coat
> > the lugs with a dry lube, ease the boom vang, topping lift and mainsheet
> so
> > the boom is not constrained the main goes up effortlessly. Any PTFE
> > lubricant will work, i use the stuff remington sells but sailkote works
> > too. Before you move to the mast to jump the main, lock the clutch and
> > undo the halyard so you can hand it to whoever you have at the helm
> > (assuming a 2 person crew), they need to steer to windward while taking
> up
> > slack. Works a champ everytime.
> >
> > Troy Dunn
> > Hull #514
> >
> >> On Mon, May 12, 2025 at 7:52?AM SV Osprey via C320-list <
> >> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Here?s a link to a chuck that fits on an electric drill for less
> ?torquey?
> >> lifting? But you would lose the?feel? like Jack says.
> >>
> >> https://a.co/d/fS0k57v
> >>
> >> I feel you. My shoulder is need of cortisone after a struggle with the
> >> main winch. ?
> >>
> >> Elan
> >> Sv Osprey
> >> 1997 Catalina 320 #451
> >>
> >>> On May 11, 2025, at 11:34?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list <
> >> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> >> gym. :)
> >>>
> >>> Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> >> helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> topping
> >> lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the
> wind.
> >>>
> >>> A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> don't
> >> realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> >> opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> >>>
> >>> Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> >> that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a
> 35-pound
> >> anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> >>>
> >>> I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> >> jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> >>>
> >>> Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> >>> Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> >>> Tierra Verde, Fl.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ________________________________
> >>> From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> >> David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> >>> Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> >>> To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> >>> Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> >>> Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> >>>
> >>> Hi all!
> >>>
> >>> Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25. Great day to
> be
> >> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> >> treat. First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in
> all a
> >> great day!
> >>>
> >>> Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> >> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail. I
> >> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> >> main would be perfect until I checked the prices. Wow. Looks to be
> about
> >> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> >>>
> >>> So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> k?s
> >> (IYKYK) like me? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not
> in
> >> the cards, at least not for awhile.
> >>>
> >>> Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> >> under sink water issue(s). This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> saver!
> >>>
> >>> ?David
> >>>
> >>> C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> >>>
> >>> David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
> >>>
> >>
>
> End of C320-list Digest, Vol 4854, Issue 1
> ******************************************
>
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> 2. Re: Electric winch (Troy Dunn)
> 3. Re: Electric winch (Jack Brennan)
> 4. Re: Electric winch (bruceheyman)
> 5. Re: Electric winch (ptormey 4square.net)
> 6. Re: Electric winch (surprise thompson87.com)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 23:39:43 +0000 (UTC)
> From: chuters <upw...@yahoo.com>
> To: <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] C320-list Digest, Vol 4853, Issue 1
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> ? 1. Re: cockpit shower head (Tim Van de Water)
> ? 2. Re: cockpit shower head (Tim Van de Water)
> ? 3. Electric winch (David Wellerstein)
> ? 4. Re: Electric winch (Mike Shetter)
> ? 5. Re: Electric winch (Jack Brennan)
> ? 6. Re: Electric winch (Diane Fowler)
> ? 7. Re: Electric winch (Charles Holbrook)
> ? 8. Re: Electric winch (SV Osprey)
>
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> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Message: 1
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 19:57:54 -0400
> From: Tim Van de Water <tj.van...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Louis Friedman via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>,
> ??? Louis Friedman <lou...@gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] cockpit shower head
> Message-ID:
> ??? <CANE2NOzF8rCtWn-KFCYE9dk4...@mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Lou, I feel you.? I was on my boat on Friday... and found the shower head
> has broken off at the hose connection.? I found the same result on the
> Catalina Direct site.? Looking forward to everyone's feedback!
>
> Regards,
> *Tim Van de Water*
> *s/v Coda*
> *#537 (1998)*
>
> On Sun, May 11, 2025 at 3:54?PM Louis Friedman via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> >? Hi all, i just noticed that? pin for the trigger on the cockpit
> > showerhead has broken.? Looking on Catalina direct it appears they only
> > sell the entire assembly(the head itself was apparently discontinued!).
> > Anyone have this issue before and find a replacement for just the shower
> > head?
> >
> >
> > Lou
> > s/v Miss Adventure
> > #623
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 19:57:54 -0400
> From: Tim Van de Water <tj.van...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Louis Friedman via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>,
> ??? Louis Friedman <lou...@gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] cockpit shower head
> Message-ID:
> ??? <CANE2NOzF8rCtWn-KFCYE9dk4...@mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Lou, I feel you.? I was on my boat on Friday... and found the shower head
> has broken off at the hose connection.? I found the same result on the
> Catalina Direct site.? Looking forward to everyone's feedback!
>
> Regards,
> *Tim Van de Water*
> *s/v Coda*
> *#537 (1998)*
>
> On Sun, May 11, 2025 at 3:54?PM Louis Friedman via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> >? Hi all, i just noticed that? pin for the trigger on the cockpit
> > showerhead has broken.? Looking on Catalina direct it appears they only
> > sell the entire assembly(the head itself was apparently discontinued!).
> > Anyone have this issue before and find a replacement for just the shower
> > head?
> >
> >
> > Lou
> > s/v Miss Adventure
> > #623
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 20:00:40 -0700
> From: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <00804995-787B-414E...@mac.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain;??? charset=utf-8
>
> Hi all!
>
> Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to be
> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in all a
> great day!
>
> Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to be about
> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
>
> So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta k?s
> (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> the cards, at least not for awhile.
>
> Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
>
> ?David
>
> C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
>
> David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 4
> Date: Sun, 11 May 2025 23:16:35 -0400
> From: Mike Shetter <mi...@softscrap.com>
> To: <C320...@Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <8326B76F-63B9-F74E...@hxcore.ol>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> ? I use a 3/8 battery powered drill from Harbor freight, about $60 and a
> ? winch bit adapter about $20.? I turn 80 this summer and the arrangement
> ? makes raising the main a piece of cake.
>
> ? Get [1]Outlook for iOS
> ? ? __________________________________________________________________
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> ? From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> ? David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> ? Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:08 PM
> ? To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> ? Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> ? Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
>
> ? Hi all!
> ? Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25. Great day to be
> ? out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> ? treat. First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in
> ? all a great day!
> ? Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> ? pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail. I
> ? thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise
> ? the main would be perfect until I checked the prices. Wow. Looks to be
> ? about $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> ? So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> ? k?s (IYKYK) like me? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but
> ? not in the cards, at least not for awhile.
> ? Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> ? under sink water issue(s). This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> ? saver!
> ? ?David
> ? C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> ? David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
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> Message: 5
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 03:32:40 +0000
> From: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
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> I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the gym.
> :)
>
> Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely helpful.
> I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the topping lift
> before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the wind.
>
> A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you don't
> realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
>
> Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass that
> handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a 35-pound anchor
> and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
>
> I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
>
> Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
>
> Hi all!
>
> Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to be
> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in all a
> great day!
>
> Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to be about
> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
>
> So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta k?s
> (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> the cards, at least not for awhile.
>
> Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
>
> ?David
>
> C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
>
> David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 6
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 07:11:34 -0400
> From: Diane Fowler <dian...@aol.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <CE48B3AD-B1F7-444B...@aol.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> ? We raise the main with a crew member "jumping" the main.? He hauls most
> ? of the line down while I take up slack.? Halyard is locked , so when it
> ? gets to the end/ he comes back & uses wench for final adjustment.? He's
> ? 82 & going strong!
>
> ? #948 Windy City, Cape Coral, FL
>
> ? Captain Diane Fowler, CRS, GRI, e-PRO
>
> ? Entrepreneur / REALTOR?
> ? Experience Real Estate Group, LLC
> ? [1]https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com
>
> ? Cell/Text: (239) 850-4935
> ? [2]dian...@aol.com
> ? "A referral of your friend is the greatest compliment anyone can give
> ? me."
>
> ? ? On May 11, 2025, at 11:33?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list
> ? ? <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> ? ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> ? gym. :)
> ? Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> ? helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> ? topping lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly
> ? into the wind.
> ? A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> ? don't realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you
> ? the opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> ? Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> ? that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a
> ? 35-pound anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> ? I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> ? jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> ? Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> ? Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> ? Tierra Verde, Fl.
> ? ________________________________
> ? From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> ? David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> ? Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> ? To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> ? Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> ? Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> ? Hi all!
> ? Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to
> ? be out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is
> ? always a treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but
> ? all in all a great day!
> ? Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> ? pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> ? thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise
> ? the main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to
> ? be about $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for
> ? installation.
> ? So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> ? k?s (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but
> ? not in the cards, at least not for awhile.
> ? Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> ? under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> ? saver!
> ? ?David
> ? C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> ? David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
> References
>
> ? 1. https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com/
> ? 2. mailto:dian...@aol.com
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 11:47:03 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Charles Holbrook <charles...@ymail.com>
> To: "c320...@catalina320.com" <c320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <891335935.20903...@mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> David,??
> I use a heavy duty drill with an attachment that fits right into the top
> of the winch.? Look on Amazon for a "Sailboat Winch Bit Adapter."? ?It cost
> $18.89.
> Charlie Holbrook"Nautigirl" 192? ? On Monday, May 12, 2025 at 07:12:17 AM
> EDT, Diane Fowler via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:?
>
> ? We raise the main with a crew member "jumping" the main.? He hauls most
> ? of the line down while I take up slack.? Halyard is locked , so when it
> ? gets to the end/ he comes back & uses wench for final adjustment.? He's
> ? 82 & going strong!
>
> ? #948 Windy City, Cape Coral, FL
>
> ? Captain Diane Fowler, CRS, GRI, e-PRO
>
> ? Entrepreneur / REALTOR?
> ? Experience Real Estate Group, LLC
> ? [1]https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com
>
> ? Cell/Text: (239) 850-4935
> ? [2]dian...@aol.com
> ? "A referral of your friend is the greatest compliment anyone can give
> ? me."
>
> ? ? On May 11, 2025, at 11:33?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list
> ? ? <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> ? ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> ? gym. :)
> ? Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> ? helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> ? topping lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly
> ? into the wind.
> ? A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> ? don't realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you
> ? the opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> ? Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> ? that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a
> ? 35-pound anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> ? I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> ? jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> ? Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> ? Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> ? Tierra Verde, Fl.
> ? ________________________________
> ? From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> ? David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> ? Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> ? To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> ? Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> ? Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> ? Hi all!
> ? Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to
> ? be out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is
> ? always a treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but
> ? all in all a great day!
> ? Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> ? pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> ? thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise
> ? the main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to
> ? be about $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for
> ? installation.
> ? So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> ? k?s (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but
> ? not in the cards, at least not for awhile.
> ? Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> ? under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> ? saver!
> ? ?David
> ? C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> ? David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
>
> References
>
> ? 1. https://dianefowler.eresuccess.com/
> ? 2. mailto:dian...@aol.com
> ?
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 8
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 07:51:18 -0400
> From: SV Osprey <svospre...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>,
> ??? C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <B477852D-D6AE-4DF1...@gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain;??? charset=utf-8
>
> Here?s a link to a chuck that fits on an electric drill for less ?torquey?
> lifting? But you would lose the?feel? like Jack says.
>
> https://a.co/d/fS0k57v
>
> I feel you. My shoulder is need of cortisone after a struggle with the
> main winch. ?
>
> Elan
> Sv Osprey
> 1997 Catalina 320 #451
>
> > On May 11, 2025, at 11:34?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >
> > ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> gym. :)
> >
> > Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the topping
> lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the wind.
> >
> > A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you don't
> realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> >
> > Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a 35-pound
> anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> >
> > I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> >
> > Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> > Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> > Tierra Verde, Fl.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> > To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> > Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> > Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> >
> > Hi all!
> >
> > Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25.? Great day to be
> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> treat.? First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in all a
> great day!
> >
> > Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail.? I
> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> main would be perfect until I checked the prices.? Wow.? Looks to be about
> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> >
> > So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta k?s
> (IYKYK) like me?? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> the cards, at least not for awhile.
> >
> > Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> under sink water issue(s).? This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
> >
> > ?David
> >
> > C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> >
> > David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
> >
>
>
> End of C320-list Digest, Vol 4853, Issue 1
> ******************************************
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Mon, 12 May 2025 21:44:29 -0400
> From: Troy Dunn <troutw...@gmail.com>
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID:
> <CA+rGV8awvukDTSSm7oYatby0Oe7nQUyGQ=
> pQQG11E6...@mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> +1 for jumping the main. This works really well for us and IF you coat
> the lugs with a dry lube, ease the boom vang, topping lift and mainsheet so
> the boom is not constrained the main goes up effortlessly. Any PTFE
> lubricant will work, i use the stuff remington sells but sailkote works
> too. Before you move to the mast to jump the main, lock the clutch and
> undo the halyard so you can hand it to whoever you have at the helm
> (assuming a 2 person crew), they need to steer to windward while taking up
> slack. Works a champ everytime.
>
> Troy Dunn
> Hull #514
>
> On Mon, May 12, 2025 at 7:52?AM SV Osprey via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> > Here?s a link to a chuck that fits on an electric drill for less
> ?torquey?
> > lifting? But you would lose the?feel? like Jack says.
> >
> > https://a.co/d/fS0k57v
> >
> > I feel you. My shoulder is need of cortisone after a struggle with the
> > main winch. ?
> >
> > Elan
> > Sv Osprey
> > 1997 Catalina 320 #451
> >
> > > On May 11, 2025, at 11:34?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list <
> > c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> > gym. :)
> > >
> > > Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> > helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> topping
> > lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the
> wind.
> > >
> > > A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> don't
> > realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> > opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> > >
> > > Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> > that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a 35-pound
> > anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> > >
> > > I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> > jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> > >
> > > Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> > > Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> > > Tierra Verde, Fl.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > ________________________________
> > > From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> > David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> > > To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> > > Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> > > Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> > >
> > > Hi all!
> > >
> > > Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25. Great day to
> be
> > out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> > treat. First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in
> all a
> > great day!
> > >
> > > Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> > pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail. I
> > thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> > main would be perfect until I checked the prices. Wow. Looks to be
> about
> > $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> > >
> > > So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> k?s
> > (IYKYK) like me? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not in
> > the cards, at least not for awhile.
> > >
> > > Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> > under sink water issue(s). This group is a life, boat, and sanity saver!
> > >
> > > ?David
> > >
> > > C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> > >
> > > David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 01:55:09 +0000
> From: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID:
> <
> SN6PR11MB2973D5DC2E...@SN6PR11MB2973.namprd11.prod.outlook.com
> >
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>
> The only caveat with the electric drill and winch is to remember that they
> have the cheap lithium batteries, the kind that occasionally overheat and
> catch fire.
>
> Good practice is to keep the batteries in a fire bag and not charge them
> at night or when you're away from the boat. (This is also good practice for
> cell phones, tablets, battery packs, electric motors, e-bikes and similar
> stuff.)
>
> Fires don't happen often, but often enough to spook airlines. You don't
> want a fire on your boat.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
> ________________________________
>
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 02:14:10 +0000 (UTC)
> From: bruceheyman <bruce...@cox.net>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <c320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <1294530587.7552...@mail.yahoo.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> Jack brings up a really good point.? ? I bought similar bags to these for
> all of our tall ships and for our C320.? ?No one is allowed to charge
> phones, flashlights, dive computers, dive lights unless they are in one of
> these bags in a centralized location.? USCG has issued guidance to use
> these bags.
> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KZQZBN2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_titleBruce
> HeymanSomerset 2000 Catalina 320San Pedro, CA
> On Monday, May 12, 2025 at 06:55:17 PM PDT, Jack Brennan via C320-list
> <c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> The only caveat with the electric drill and winch is to remember that
> they have the cheap lithium batteries, the kind that occasionally overheat
> and catch fire.
>
> Good practice is to keep the batteries in a fire bag and not charge them
> at night or when you're away from the boat. (This is also good practice for
> cell phones, tablets, battery packs, electric motors, e-bikes and similar
> stuff.)
>
> Fires don't happen often, but often enough to spook airlines. You don't
> want a fire on your boat.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
> ________________________________
>
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 11:06:34 +0000
> From: ptormey 4square.net <pto...@4square.net>
> To: "C320...@Catalina320.com" <C320...@Catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID:
> <
> BN0P221MB05901E8F0A...@BN0P221MB0590.NAMP221.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM
> >
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> While I hear a lot of stories about lithium batteries, it's important to
> note that it's the cheap ones to avoid. Having worked in the manufacture of
> USA made battery powered tool (Back when we did that kind of thing) I know
> UL tested products thoroughly tested IF using the provided chargers.
>
> Some AI told me this
> "Yes, lithium batteries that are CSA (Canadian Standards Association) or
> UL (Underwriters Laboratories) approved have undergone rigorous safety
> testing to meet industry standards. These certifications ensure that the
> batteries comply with regulations for overcharging, short-circuiting,
> overheating, and impact resistance.
> However, it's important to verify that the battery is genuinely certified
> and not counterfeit. Some key safety measures include:
> - UL 1642 & UL 2054: Standards for lithium cell and battery packs.
> - CSA Certification: Ensures compliance with Canadian electrical safety
> regulations.
> - UN38.3 Testing: Confirms safe transportation of lithium batteries.
>
> If you're purchasing lithium batteries, look for authentic certification
> marks and avoid uncertified or low-quality alternatives.
> ."
>
> Pat
> Pat Tormey
> s/v Blues Skies
> Newport RI
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> On Behalf Of
> Jack Brennan via C320-list
> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 9:55 PM
> To: C320...@catalina320.com
> Cc: Jack Brennan <jackbre...@outlook.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
>
> The only caveat with the electric drill and winch is to remember that they
> have the cheap lithium batteries, the kind that occasionally overheat and
> catch fire.
>
> Good practice is to keep the batteries in a fire bag and not charge them
> at night or when you're away from the boat. (This is also good practice for
> cell phones, tablets, battery packs, electric motors, e-bikes and similar
> stuff.)
>
> Fires don't happen often, but often enough to spook airlines. You don't
> want a fire on your boat.
>
> Jack Brennan
> Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
> Tierra Verde, Fl.
>
> ________________________________
>
> > >
> >
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 6
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2025 12:36:47 +0000
> From: surprise thompson87.com <surp...@thompson87.com>
> To: "C320...@catalina320.com" <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Cc: Troy Dunn <troutw...@gmail.com>, "C320...@catalina320.com"
> <C320...@catalina320.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Electric winch
> Message-ID: <2E64934D-D755-4CC6...@thompson87.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> Dirt in the sail track makes a big difference. A few times each season I
> put a generous amount of dish soap in the slot above the lugs and let it
> trickle down just before raising the main. The soap is a good lubricant and
> this helps clean the track when it rains. The sail always goes up much
> easier afterwards.
>
> > On May 12, 2025, at 9:45?PM, Troy Dunn via C320-list <
> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >
> > ?+1 for jumping the main. This works really well for us and IF you coat
> > the lugs with a dry lube, ease the boom vang, topping lift and mainsheet
> so
> > the boom is not constrained the main goes up effortlessly. Any PTFE
> > lubricant will work, i use the stuff remington sells but sailkote works
> > too. Before you move to the mast to jump the main, lock the clutch and
> > undo the halyard so you can hand it to whoever you have at the helm
> > (assuming a 2 person crew), they need to steer to windward while taking
> up
> > slack. Works a champ everytime.
> >
> > Troy Dunn
> > Hull #514
> >
> >> On Mon, May 12, 2025 at 7:52?AM SV Osprey via C320-list <
> >> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Here?s a link to a chuck that fits on an electric drill for less
> ?torquey?
> >> lifting? But you would lose the?feel? like Jack says.
> >>
> >> https://a.co/d/fS0k57v
> >>
> >> I feel you. My shoulder is need of cortisone after a struggle with the
> >> main winch. ?
> >>
> >> Elan
> >> Sv Osprey
> >> 1997 Catalina 320 #451
> >>
> >>> On May 11, 2025, at 11:34?PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list <
> >> c320...@lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> ?I view winch and sail handling as a good excuse for not going to the
> >> gym. :)
> >>>
> >>> Regular use of silicone lube on the main sail track is extremely
> >> helpful. I have a Dutchman system, and it also helps to loosen the
> topping
> >> lift before cranking the main up, as does pointing directly into the
> wind.
> >>>
> >>> A drawback to electric winchs and drills with fittings is that you
> don't
> >> realize when something gets hung up. Doing it by hand gives you the
> >> opportunity to clear the snag before you break something.
> >>>
> >>> Still, there are limits as we get older. I spuing for a new windlass
> >> that handles chain because I realized, at age 71, that hauling a
> 35-pound
> >> anchor and 80 feet of chain was taxing my strength.
> >>>
> >>> I also find myself occasionally using the winch to haul in the furling
> >> jib, even though that was not an issue just a few years ago.
> >>>
> >>> Jack BrennanCatalina 320
> >>> Sonas, 1998 Caalina 320
> >>> Tierra Verde, Fl.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ________________________________
> >>> From: C320-list <c320-lis...@lists.catalina320.com> on behalf of
> >> David Wellerstein via C320-list <c320...@lists.catalina320.com>
> >>> Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 PM
> >>> To: C320...@catalina320.com <C320...@catalina320.com>
> >>> Cc: David Wellerstein <dwel...@mac.com>
> >>> Subject: [C320-list] Electric winch
> >>>
> >>> Hi all!
> >>>
> >>> Out on the Bay today, 20 knots steady with gusts to 25. Great day to
> be
> >> out (there were so few boats out) and lunch at Angel Island is always a
> >> treat. First outing of the season and we had a few issues but all in
> all a
> >> great day!
> >>>
> >>> Taking the main up and down, especially at our ages, is getting to be
> >> pretty tiring and especially if we have to do it twice on a sail. I
> >> thought maybe an electric winch for the starboard cabin top to raise the
> >> main would be perfect until I checked the prices. Wow. Looks to be
> about
> >> $5k just for the winch and probably quite a bit for installation.
> >>>
> >>> So, anyone have any thoughts on tactics for main management for alta
> k?s
> >> (IYKYK) like me? A new boat with a furling main would be cool but not
> in
> >> the cards, at least not for awhile.
> >>>
> >>> Thanks as always and a special shout out to Bob B. for his help with my
> >> under sink water issue(s). This group is a life, boat, and sanity
> saver!
> >>>
> >>> ?David
> >>>
> >>> C320 #118 ?Dream Catcher"
> >>>
> >>> David Wellerstein | dwel...@mac.com | 925.301.6581 (m)
> >>>
> >>
>
> End of C320-list Digest, Vol 4854, Issue 1
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