Been looking for a write up on how to replace fresh water tank fill hoses (all three). Has anyone done a write up with pictures on how to properly replace these hoses? Does it require the tanks to be removed? Any hose recommendations? Things to watch out for? Any advice would be most appreciated.
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Joel Schwartz
s/v Get-A-Grip
1993 Catalina 36 Hull #1259
Newport Beach, California
I just replaced fill hoses for the fresh water tanks and I used Shields 141 hose. The forward tank is easy with just the removal of the wood panels in the forward part of the stateroom. The STBD aft tank is the hardest one. The center aft tank needs to be lifted or removed to get access to the hose fitting. The difficult portion is getting to the fitting in the lazarette. Someone will need to get fully in the lazarette to remove the old hose and install the new hose. I did find a use of a heat gun helped to soften the hose so the needed bent could be made. The center tank was easy.
Bob Wilson
S/V Morning Breeze
2003 Catalina 36, Hull 2122
York River Yacht Club
Williamsburg, VA