Re: Air Head Composting Toilet
Thinking a thicker starboard base might be a better choice . . .? 3/4" maybe . . . for greater support.
Jeff Wright Winchester, VA
Boatless
On Thu, May 11, 2023 at 9:09?AM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: The Groco HF is now disconnected - in the process of removing the hoses and capping thru hulls. Planning the installation of the AIRHEAD Composting Toilet.?
The AIRHEAD fits well in the Pacific Seacraft 31 head - see photo of the AIRHEAD below - I will be using some Star Board plastic lumber - 1/2 inch as a base for the AIRHEAD (thanks Bill Huesmann?/ S/Y Morningstar from the Dana Discussion group)?- it will extend over the grate to accomodate the 2 GALLON LIQUID (URINE) TANK? (the urine tank.
The LIQUID TANK?mounts on its own L - Shaped brackets, but also has a compression fitting into the upper AIRHEAD commode URINE exit. The tank needs to be supported, thus the use of STAR BOARD base.
The exhaust hose will fit nicely through the original hole used for routing the waste to the holding tank.
Holding tank will be plugges with 1 1/2 inch quick caps - as recommended by Steve Brodie at the PSC Factory:?
I will post more photos during installation! But looking forward to endless problems with the GROCO HF Pump....
Daryl
s/y Intuition - PSC 31 # 54
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Re: Air Head Composting Toilet
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On Thu, May 11, 2023 at 9:09 AM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: The Groco HF is now disconnected - in the process of removing the hoses and capping thru hulls. Planning the installation of the AIRHEAD Composting Toilet.?
The AIRHEAD fits well in the Pacific Seacraft 31 head - see photo of the AIRHEAD below - I will be using some Star Board plastic lumber - 1/2 inch as a base for the AIRHEAD (thanks Bill Huesmann?/ S/Y Morningstar from the Dana Discussion group)?- it will extend over the grate to accomodate the 2 GALLON LIQUID (URINE) TANK? (the urine tank.
The LIQUID TANK?mounts on its own L - Shaped brackets, but also has a compression fitting into the upper AIRHEAD commode URINE exit. The tank needs to be supported, thus the use of STAR BOARD base.
The exhaust hose will fit nicely through the original hole used for routing the waste to the holding tank.
Holding tank will be plugges with 1 1/2 inch quick caps - as recommended by Steve Brodie at the PSC Factory:?
I will post more photos during installation! But looking forward to endless problems with the GROCO HF Pump....
Daryl
s/y Intuition - PSC 31 # 54
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Re: Air Head Composting Toilet
The Groco HF is now disconnected - in the process of removing the hoses and capping thru hulls. Planning the installation of the AIRHEAD Composting Toilet.? The AIRHEAD fits well in the Pacific Seacraft 31 head - see photo of the AIRHEAD below - I will be using some Star Board plastic lumber - 1/2 inch as a base for the AIRHEAD (thanks Bill Huesmann?/ S/Y Morningstar from the Dana Discussion group)?- it will extend over the grate to accomodate the 2 GALLON LIQUID (URINE) TANK? (the urine tank. The LIQUID TANK?mounts on its own L - Shaped brackets, but also has a compression fitting into the upper AIRHEAD commode URINE exit. The tank needs to be supported, thus the use of STAR BOARD base. The exhaust hose will fit nicely through the original hole used for routing the waste to the holding tank. Holding tank will be plugges with 1 1/2 inch quick caps - as recommended by Steve Brodie at the PSC Factory:? Updating (10-25-2023) NOTE: the FERNCO QUICK CAP is actually QC 1.68 .
See:??for sizing! At first Supply House thought the QC-101 was miss marked; but the FERNCO website has a sizing chart - which provided the correct size for this endeavor!?I will post more photos during installation! But looking forward to endless problems with the GROCO HF Pump....  Daryl s/y Intuition - PSC 31 # 54
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Re: Packing gland material?
I usually refer to that as the stuffing box! Another senior moment!
Daryl
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Ah that packing gland! Sorry, all my PSC boats have been migrated to PYI Shaft Seals!
Those who continue to use the stuffing box, generally go with the Teflon impregnated cord¡
Daryl
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Re: Packing gland material?
This video shows what I was thinking is involved, I may have used the wrong terms, I mean the stuffing box and the flax or newer material that goes between the two nuts.
On Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 1:26 PM Lisle Kingery, PhD via <Lisle.kingery= [email protected]> wrote: Thanks!! On Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 1:10 PM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: The job is not too difficult, just need a good hydraulic jack to lower the rudder shaft. The bronze fasteners came out easily and it was also a good time to re-bed the bronze gudgeons ; as well as?
apply bottom paint to the rudder.
We are very fortunate to have the PSC Factory available to provide parts! And Steve iand his team arevery easy to work with!
Daryl
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On Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 1:10 PM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: The job is not too difficult, just need a good hydraulic jack to lower the rudder shaft. The bronze fasteners came out easily and it was also a good time to re-bed the bronze gudgeons ; as well as?
apply bottom paint to the rudder.
We are very fortunate to have the PSC Factory available to provide parts! And Steve iand his team arevery easy to work with!
Daryl
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Re: Packing gland material?
The job is not too difficult, just need a good hydraulic jack to lower the rudder shaft. The bronze fasteners came out easily and it was also a good time to re-bed the bronze gudgeons ; as well as?
apply bottom paint to the rudder.
We are very fortunate to have the PSC Factory available to provide parts! And Steve iand his team arevery easy to work with!
Daryl
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Re: Packing gland material?
Lisle, NOTE: While changing the gland, the Factory also recommended swapping out the DELRIN bushings? at the top and bottom of the rudder shaft - they were definitely in need of replacement. I have the Sheel Keel and here is a photo of how I had to lower the rudder shaft to change out the packing gland. I am not sure, but I recall I also had to possibly take tension off the steering quadrant ..... Here is a photo of the rudder position required to change out the gland. If you think about it; there is an emergency steering? access port in the cockpit and the rudder shaft is engaged there.  Daryl Clark s/y Intuition - PSC 31 #54
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Wheel and full keel.?
I thought it was possible to lossen the nut and repack with new material, didn¡¯t realize it would require substantial work you describe.
Thanks,
Lisle?
On Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 11:06 AM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: I am also assuming you have wheel steering?
Daryl
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There was a really good article on stranded wire used in non cramping terminal devices.
Wire strands compress and then vibration causes the strands to shift and gradually loosen.
A ferrule is a crimped-on copper terminal that provides a solid end to the wire for clamp-on terminals in battery chargers, AC inlets , etc.
Daryl
s/y Intuition - PSC 31 #54
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Re: Packing gland material?
I am also assuming you have wheel steering?
Daryl
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Re: Packing gland material?
Those are the steps necessary to change the packing gland. It is the reverse order to reassemble.
Do you have the deep keel or the Sheel keel? Boat has to be up high enough to drop the rudder.
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On Mar 22, 2023, at 09:47, Lisle Kingery, PhD <Lisle.kingery@...> wrote:
? Thanks Daryl,
I just want to replace the packing material, not the entire assembly.
Lisle On Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 10:33 AM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: Lisle,
I replaced the packing gland in Intuition (1990 PSC 31) in 2017.? Acquired a new Packing Gland (Hose) from Pacific Seacraft factory.
If memory serves: it required removing a thru bolt from steering arc and rudder shaft. Removing the supporting bronze shoes and dropping the rudder shaft low enough to affect the gland exchange.
Daryl
s/y Intuition - PSC 31 #54
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Re: Packing gland material?
Thanks Daryl,
I just want to replace the packing material, not the entire assembly.
Lisle
On Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 10:33 AM Daryl Clark < dlclark@...> wrote: Lisle,
I replaced the packing gland in Intuition (1990 PSC 31) in 2017.? Acquired a new Packing Gland (Hose) from Pacific Seacraft factory.
If memory serves: it required removing a thru bolt from steering arc and rudder shaft. Removing the supporting bronze shoes and dropping the rudder shaft low enough to affect the gland exchange.
Daryl
s/y Intuition - PSC 31 #54
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Jus an update on the alternator upgrade: I have purchased a Balmar? Series 60m dual foot, 100 AMP alternator (J10 Pulley)? with the Balmar 814 external regulator.
Also purchased the Balmar/Altmount surpentine pulley kit for our Yanmar 3GM30F; will be installing in the spring.
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Just wanted to remind everyone that the shore power inlet needs to be inspected on a regular interval. The stranded wires are subject to corrosion and heat build up.
One thing I have become aware of is the need to install FERRULES on the stranded wire before clamping into the shore power receptical. This aids in reducing loosening of the wire in the receptical due to vibration.
Daryl
s/y Intution - PSC # 31
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Re: Packing gland material?
Lisle,
I replaced the packing gland in Intuition (1990 PSC 31) in 2017.? Acquired a new Packing Gland (Hose) from Pacific Seacraft factory.
If memory serves: it required removing a thru bolt from steering arc and rudder shaft. Removing the supporting bronze shoes and dropping the rudder shaft low enough to affect the gland exchange.
Daryl
s/y Intuition - PSC 31 #54
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Greetings,
I would like to tackle maintenance on my packing gland on my PSC 31 while she¡¯s on the hard and was curious if others have experience with this and specifically what packing material is recommended?
Thanks for your consideration,
Lisle
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PSC31 located in southern Florida
Just curious if anyone has a PSC31 located within ~150 miles of Tampa/St. Pete area they wouldn¡¯t mind giving me a quick tour of? I¡¯ve been looking for an opportunity to see one in person. Thanks!!
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Albert,
I have also used an inflatable kayak and a folding kayak aboard at times.? Inflatable kayak is great for cruising the backwaters by paddle.
Daryl
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Daryl Clark