Catalina - Capri - 25s International Assocaition Logo(2006)  
Assn Members Area · Join
h.jpg Home.
a.jpg Association Forum
s.jpg Ships Store
c.jpg Cruising
r.jpg Racing
t.jpg Technical Tips
g.jpg Photo Gallery - New
o.jpg Boat Search - Updated
m.jpg Manuals & Brochures
3rdrpt.jpg Swap Meet
l.jpg Links
f.jpg Officer Flag Line & Staff
b.jpg Bylaws & Constitution
 
1.jpg Members Area
1.jpg Join the Association
 
Notice:
The advice given on this site is based upon individual or quoted experience, yours may differ.
The Officers, Staff and members of this site only provide information based upon the concept that anyone utilizing this information does so at their own risk and holds harmless all contributors to this site.
 
Association Forum
Association Forum
Home | Profile | Register | Active Topics | Forum Users | Search | FAQ
Username:
 Password:
Save Password
Forgot your Password?

 All Forums
 Catalina/Capri 25/250 Sailor's Forums
 General Sailing Forum
 Head replacement		  New Topic  Topic Locked
 Printer Friendly
Author Previous Topic Topic Next Topic  

Sid
Navigator

Member Avatar

129 Posts
Initially Posted - 05/10/2004 :  09:59:52  Show Profile
I need to replace the pump assembly on my C25. I know it is more cost effective to replace the entire head. How hard is it to get the head off the boat? I don't have any way to access the bolts holding the base to the sole. Do I have to cut an access plate to remove it? Any pics of projects would be helpful.
Thanks,
Sid
77 C25 SK #21
Edited by - on

mmac
Navigator

Members Avatar

USA
168 Posts
Response Posted - 05/10/2004 :  18:18:12  Show Profile
Sid,
Removing an old head and replacing it isn't too difficult. I did mine a few months back, and if I can do it anyone can. I only ran into trouble when I didn't follow the directions (natch..).

My head wan't bolted in, but held in place by large machine screws( no need for access hatches). I really don't know what they're called, but you'll see when you take yours out.

First step : shut all thru-hulls, and remove the hoses from the head and tie them up out of the way.

Second step: remove the bowl from the base. There are only 4 bolts holding it on.

Third step: Remove the bolts from the base. A long socket is useful here.

Fourth step: put in new head by reversing these steps and following the directions that come with the head.

A servicable manual head can be found for $100-$150. If they aren't already, double clamp all the hoses when you put them back on. Also, you'll probably have to drill new holes for the base, but its no big deal. I had a great deal of trepidation about this, so I put it of for a long time. it was way easier than I thought.
Edited by - on
Go to Top of Page

Sid
Navigator

Members Avatar

129 Posts
Response Posted - 05/11/2004 :  09:21:24  Show Profile
The part that I wasn't sure on was the base to the deck. Is there wood in the deck to hold the screws or does it have to be through bolted? The boat is at the slip now and we're spending 4 days aboard at the end of the month. My wife is 71/2 months pregnant and refuses to use portapotties.
Sid
Edited by - on
Go to Top of Page

mmac
Navigator

Members Avatar

USA
168 Posts
Response Posted - 05/12/2004 :  01:26:25  Show Profile
There didn't seem to be any wood under the fiberglass. Those four large screws are holding really well. Through bolting would require cutting an access plate which is way above my humble mechanical skills.

I'm suprised we haven't heard from some other folks on this. I know I'm not the only one to change out a head. I'm sorry I don't have pictures, but I did this just before joining the association.
Edited by - on
Go to Top of Page

Sid
Navigator

Members Avatar

129 Posts
Response Posted - 05/12/2004 :  11:02:16  Show Profile
I don't really want to add an access plate. If I can't simply unscrew it from the deck, screw the new one down,and reconnect lines I'll be happy. To bad there are no pics. I'm sure someone else has done the job. Thanks for the input.
Sid
Edited by - on
Go to Top of Page

Sid
Navigator

Members Avatar

129 Posts
Response Posted - 05/12/2004 :  11:03:42  Show Profile
oops, If I CAN I'll be happy.
Edited by - on
Go to Top of Page

dlucier
Master Marine Consultant

Members Avatar

Virgin Islands (United Kingdom)
7583 Posts
Response Posted - 05/12/2004 :  11:11:46  Show Profile
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by Sid</i>
<br />oops, If I CAN I'll be happy.
<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote"></font id="quote">

Sid,

If you select the above your original post, you can change the text and no one would be the wiser.
Edited by - dlucier on 05/12/2004 11:35:45
Go to Top of Page

Sid
Navigator

Members Avatar

129 Posts
Response Posted - 05/12/2004 :  12:11:11  Show Profile
Thanks Don.
Edited by - on
Go to Top of Page
  Previous Topic Topic Next Topic  
 New Topic  Topic Locked
 Printer Friendly
Jump To:
Association Forum © since 1999 Catalina Capri 25s International Association Go To Top Of Page
Powered By: Snitz Forums 2000 Version 3.4.06
Notice: The advice given on this site is based upon individual or quoted experience, yours may differ.
The Officers, Staff and members of this site only provide information based upon the concept that anyone utilizing this information does so at their own risk and holds harmless all contributors to this site.