Catalina 350 International Association

I had about 1/4 inch side-to-side movement in my rudder bearing for several years without any problems. The movement got worse to the point that I could partially rotate the lower bearing where it slightly protrudes from the hull bottom (just above the rudder). I contacted Catalina and the person I ...

I have the Maxwell VW1000 windlass with the 108 stamp in the chainwheel which I think is very similar to the VW800, and I'm in the process of replacing the anchor chain. I confirmed with Maxwell that the 5/16 Grade 43 (G4) high-test chain is a good fit for the 108 chain wheel, and I also bought a 3 ...

Does anyone know if the cleat in the anchor locker off the port side of the windlass was designed to tie-off a chain snubber after the anchor is set? It seems like that would be a good location, but the cleat would have to be secured to a structure in the boat that can handle the max. working load o...

Thanks for the replies! It doesn't sound like too bad of a job, other than working in a tight area. Good suggestions about using a heat gun and laying the new hose out in the sun.

Does anyone have an idea how difficult it is to remove and replace the diesel exhaust hose on a 2008 Catalina 350? The hose between the muffler and hull penetration is dry-rotted and needs replacement. I'm trying to decide whether to take it on myself or let the marina handle it. They estimate 7 hou...