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by Erik
Fri Jan 19, 2024 12:42 am
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Fuel tank “gunk”
Replies: 6
Views: 720

Re: Fuel tank “gunk”

Fuel Issue Mariah a 1983 33’ Cat Ketch While traveling from Stony Point on the Hudson River headed for Peconic Bay NY. Just east of Mattituck LI in 3-4 foot seas the engine went to idle, then back to cruise rpm’s in 30 seconds. This happened many more times. I checked the fuel gauge and it was on E!...
by Erik
Sun Dec 17, 2023 7:43 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: Anchor windless and anchor size
Replies: 7
Views: 438

Re: Anchor windless and anchor size

I just updated my anchoring system on my 33 Cat-Ketch. I placed a Lumar 1000 just forward of the main mast. I am using my tried and true Fortress FX23 with 25' of chain backed by 250' of 1/2" triple braid. I know the FX23 may be a little overkill but in my case its make me sleep better. Most of the ...
by Erik
Fri Dec 08, 2023 12:06 am
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: F33 CB attachment point faioure
Replies: 3
Views: 2579

Re: F33 CB attachment point faioure

Sorry it's taken so long to get back concerning my centerboard issue. I lifted the boat as high as possible to access the top of the CB. I used a 1 1/4" hole saw to drill thru the CB 1 1/2" below the top in the location of the original lifting point, but no through the fiberglass on the other side. ...
by Erik
Thu Dec 07, 2023 9:58 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: F40 AC CK Lifting Keel Line/Cable
Replies: 2
Views: 2396

Re: F40 AC CK Lifting Keel Line/Cable

I have a 33 Cat/Ketch and needed to replace the SS lifting conection at the centerboard. I used dynema to replace the lifting and safety lines 2 years ago. Everytnig workes fine and the dynema is 3x the strength of the oroignia setup. It is also very easy to terminate.
Regards
Erik
by Erik
Sun Oct 30, 2022 9:19 pm
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: 3GM30 Manual -
Replies: 8
Views: 3065

Re: 3GM30 Manual -

Try looking online. I found mine there for $0.0
by Erik
Tue Oct 25, 2022 5:03 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: F33 CB attachment point faioure
Replies: 3
Views: 2579

Re: F33 CB attachment point faioure

To All
I guess the pictures didn't attach here is the 2nd try
by Erik
Tue Oct 25, 2022 4:58 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: F33 CB attachment point faioure
Replies: 3
Views: 2579

F33 CB attachment point faioure

Last week while winching my CB up the attachment point on the board failed. The lift line and safety line were both attached to the same point you can guess what happened. The board came crashing down with a loud thud. Thankfully after hauling the boat there seems to be no damage. It was a bxxxx mak...
by Erik
Sat Sep 04, 2021 10:32 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: 33 Cat Ketch traveler
Replies: 5
Views: 2150

Re: 33 Cat Ketch traveler

Thanks all I did find two double block for the center and two single blocks with holes in the center to use the original mountings for the outboard ends. Works well in anything but heavy conditions where I need to come up a bit to take some of the load off. I like using the traveler when sailing wit...
by Erik
Tue Aug 03, 2021 12:36 pm
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Windlass on an 1981 Freedom 33
Replies: 12
Views: 7479

Re: Windlass on an 1981 Freedom 33

I finally got around to adding the windlass, purchased a Lumar Pro Fish 700 which will mount forward of the mast. I intend to mount the battery under the V birth with associated components . Will check out a remote control. I will also retain the original 25' of 3/8 chain and 225' of 5/8 line for he...
by Erik
Thu Jun 03, 2021 9:01 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: 33 Cat Ketch traveler
Replies: 5
Views: 2150

33 Cat Ketch traveler

Has anyone modified the traveler on a 1983 33 Cat Ketch. Mine is only set up for a 2:1 advantage It really should be at least a 4:1 ratio. I can't seem to find replacement double blocks for the center and either end. My traveler is curved to match to cabin top. I certainly could purchase a new one b...