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- Mon Feb 27, 2017 7:54 am
- Forum: Interior Forum
- Topic: Bulkhead Veneer Delamination
- Replies: 28
- Views: 25717
Re: Bulkhead Veneer Delamination
I recently had to do another repair. I drilled a 1/8 inch hole in the veneer bubble and used a basting syringe to inject the 2 part epoxy glue. The syringe can be found at Lowes or walmart in the outdoor cooking sections near the grills. Cost a couple of bucks. Make sure the glue does not ooze out t...
- Mon Feb 08, 2016 9:19 am
- Forum: Add-ons and Improvements
- Topic: 2004 350 Cockpit enclosure
- Replies: 13
- Views: 14005
Re: 2004 350 Cockpit enclosure
Check out some of the ideas on my website under the tab entitled canvas ideas. The the website is www.thebookofsail.com Check out the wings and the cockpit shade ideas. Also, to waterproof your canvas try using Scotch Guard outdoor spray. I've had good luck with that at half the cost of the Sunbrell...
- Mon Feb 08, 2016 9:14 am
- Forum: Add-ons and Improvements
- Topic: Shade Maker
- Replies: 15
- Views: 18972
Re: Shade Maker
I just got a new supply of these if anyone needs one. Email me at cullensailor@gmail.com
Bill on Triumph
Bill on Triumph
- Mon Feb 08, 2016 8:46 am
- Forum: Add-ons and Improvements
- Topic: Stern Cleats
- Replies: 7
- Views: 12335
Re: Stern Cleats
I certainly would not count on the seat to tow the dinghy. What I did was replace one of the two bolts that secure the quadrant preventer cable with an eye bolt. This is in the center of the stern down low. I think that there is a backing plate already there too. To this I added a quick release shac...
- Mon Feb 08, 2016 8:32 am
- Forum: Add-ons and Improvements
- Topic: anchor comparison/selection
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5541
Re: anchor comparison/selection
The claw is a good choice for mud. The Rocna a better choice for most bottoms, including mud. I traded in my Bruce for a Rocana a few years back and I'm glad I did. Best anchor I've ever used.
my second anchor is a fortress. In grass it seems to do best.
Bill on Triumph
my second anchor is a fortress. In grass it seems to do best.
Bill on Triumph
- Fri Feb 05, 2016 9:29 am
- Forum: Engine / Transmission Forum
- Topic: Intermittent Overheat at start up...
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7743
Re: Intermittent Overheat at start up...
Have your exhaust elbow checked if you have never replaced it. At this many hours, you would be do for it and it could definetly be causing the symptom you describe.
Bill on Triumph
Bill on Triumph
- Thu Jan 14, 2016 9:41 am
- Forum: Hull, Prop, and Rudder Forum
- Topic: Barnacles
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5389
Re: Barnacles
Hot Salsa or cayenne pepper will work, if you can keep it on your prop. That's the issue with anything you try. If you can just get a good bond between the metal on the prop and either anti fouling paint, Hot Salsa, grease or whatever you think is best, you will not have barnacles. If you simply add...
- Wed Jan 13, 2016 5:02 pm
- Forum: Hull, Prop, and Rudder Forum
- Topic: Barnacles
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5389
Re: Barnacles
See my website www.thebookofsail.com and look under the tab for Sailing Wisdom. I think that's where I put something about anti fouling on your prop. I will gladly send you the instructions for the application. Your boat yard might have these materials available to use so you don't have to purchase ...
- Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:10 pm
- Forum: Interior Forum
- Topic: De-lamination of veneer on forward bulkhead wall in salon.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7923
Re: De-lamination of veneer on forward bulkhead wall in salo
I tried this and it was pretty successful. I used an extending boat hook to run between the aft bulkhead and the delam area. I used small pieces of wood on both ends of the pole to apply the pressure. Note; It takes to people to execute this. I did not apply warm compresses to the delam teak area bu...
- Sun Apr 19, 2015 4:58 pm
- Forum: Interior Forum
- Topic: Sheets and quilts
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5364
Re: Sheets and quilts
Our "bed spreads" or bed covers are single or twin bed quilts or bed covers. They fit pretty well on both beds. We use queen up front with a custom sown "cut to fit" fitted sheet for the bottom sheet, std queen flat sheet for the top sheet, and std King sheets for the aft cabin. ...
- Sun Apr 19, 2015 4:33 pm
- Forum: Add-ons and Improvements
- Topic: galley hamock
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4390
Re: galley hamock
We have a few on TRIUMPH. One is on the starboard side over the shelf over the settee. It's tied to the light fixture, and then a hook we installed over near the edge of the galley. (hidden) I also tie it to the SS rod nearby to keep it from swinging. The second one is in the aft cabin over where th...
- Sun Apr 19, 2015 4:10 pm
- Forum: Scuttlebutt
- Topic: cleaning the teak companionway slats
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4468
Re: cleaning the teak companionway slats
See my post under "Add on and Improvements" for the companionway drop cloth. It's near the bottom of the list.
This will keep your boards looking new after you refinish them. Also, provides a temporary closure to keep rain out, or AC in.
Bill
s/v TRIUMPH
www.thebookofsail.com
This will keep your boards looking new after you refinish them. Also, provides a temporary closure to keep rain out, or AC in.
Bill
s/v TRIUMPH
www.thebookofsail.com
- Sun Feb 22, 2015 4:33 pm
- Forum: Hull, Prop, and Rudder Forum
- Topic: Haul out Advice
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5627
Re: Haul out Advice
I've never heard about bronze shafts on C350's. this is the first time I've heard that, and I really wonder it it's accurate. There has been a lot written in the forum here about changing the cutlass. My own experience with a 2004 model is that the shaft would not clear the rudder. There has been vo...
- Tue Feb 03, 2015 4:08 pm
- Forum: Hull, Prop, and Rudder Forum
- Topic: Prop change
- Replies: 6
- Views: 7049
Re: Prop change
This has been thoroughly discussed in the past, solution and causes determined years ago, and it's over. Please be cautious in reading and taking for gospel anything you read in the forum about this subject. I'm talking about the original factory supplied prop and the final solution prop offered by ...
- Wed Jan 21, 2015 3:48 pm
- Forum: Web Site Announcements
- Topic: C350IA website issue www.catalina350.COM
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4469
Re: C350IA website issue www.catalina350.COM
The link to our website on the Catalina official factory website goes to the old address, the wrong one. It needs updated please
- Wed Jan 21, 2015 3:33 pm
- Forum: Scuttlebutt
- Topic: Sailing The Exumas
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3633
Re: Sailing The Exumas
I know them well. Could tell you a lot. You would need to call me 813-nine eight eight one 1 30
Bill Cullen
TRIUMPH
Bill Cullen
TRIUMPH
- Thu Nov 27, 2014 6:40 am
- Forum: Scuttlebutt
- Topic: how much bottom paint?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 6558
Re: how much bottom paint?
At one point, hull number 280 or so? Catalina changed from the nylon cutlass bearing to a bronze cutlass. If you have a later hull, you can grab the bronze cutlass and wrestle it out without dropping the rudder or lifting the engine. If you need to, you can cut away an inch or more of the fiberglass...
- Thu Aug 28, 2014 10:51 am
- Forum: Plumbing Forum
- Topic: Replacing the hot water heater
- Replies: 7
- Views: 9771
Re: Replacing the hot water heater
I would consider replacing the 11 gallon heater with a 6 (or Less) gallon water heater. If you ever are out cruising, say sitting in one spot for a few days, it would take a lot less time running the main engine or Honda 2000 to heat up hot water for a shower, or the dishes. 11 gallons is way to muc...
- Tue Aug 12, 2014 1:12 pm
- Forum: Scuttlebutt
- Topic: Florida Catalina 350 Roundup
- Replies: 10
- Views: 8672
Re: Florida Catalina 350 Roundup
See the latest update under FLEET #2 below. New date is Oct 10th-12th.
Bill on TRIUMPH
Bill on TRIUMPH
- Wed Aug 06, 2014 9:50 pm
- Forum: Rigging Forum
- Topic: mast padeye for whisker pole
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5552
Re: mast padeye for whisker pole
I had the same results when Looking for a pad eye to fit the curve of the mast. I ended up with a small section of track with a moveable pad eye on it. I bought it used at a nautical resale store. It was pretty simple to drill a few holes, tap them, and screw in the bolts. To hold the whisker pole, ...