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dalelargent
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Initially Posted - 07/23/2016 :  23:16:33  Show Profile
So, I am staying on the boat solo tonight and decided to do a check of all lighting.

Noticed the bow nav light, which has always worked, failed. Bulb was loose and worked reliably once pushed fully back into it's socket.

However, I noticed the joint between the steel backing plate/mount and the pulpit seems to have suffered significant fatigue and seems to be barely holding on. I say that because it flexed FAR too easily. I plan on adding a zip tie tomorrow morning to better support the fixture and wiring, but suggestions long-term? Needs a new weld?

Thanks in advance. :)

Btw, great sailing today! Covered 16 miles averaging 5.5 mph with all being upwind or down. Top speed 8. :). Dreamy day with wind, 1 foot rollers and bald eagles. Living it. Loving it. Can't wait for tomorrow. :)
1989 c25 WK/TR #5838
1998 Catalina 36 mkii
1983 Vagabond 14

Sailynn
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Response Posted - 07/24/2016 :  00:29:19  Show Profile
try jb weld
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SKS
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Response Posted - 07/24/2016 :  04:57:15  Show Profile
Here you go.

http://www.catalinadirect.com/index.cfm/product/3707_161/navigation-light-bracket-ss-clamp-on.cfm
"Lady E" 1986 Catalina 25: Fin Keel, Standard Rig, Inboard M12 Diesel, Sail No. 5339
Sailing out of Norwalk Cove Marina, Connecticut
Edited by - SKS on 07/24/2016 04:58:08
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dalelargent
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Response Posted - 07/24/2016 :  23:08:02  Show Profile
Ah hah! Both good ideas. The clamp-on mount is pricey, so I will first attempt the JB Weld. Especially given that there is still some original weld there.

Now, where is that tube...
1989 c25 WK/TR #5838
1998 Catalina 36 mkii
1983 Vagabond 14
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dalelargent
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Response Posted - 09/17/2016 :  15:43:14  Show Profile
Just to follow-up, the JB Weld definitely did the trick. My local auto parts store even had a "marine" version I grabbed for the same price.

I applied 3 layers over a few weeks of visiting the boat and it seems quite stout. Frankly, it seems good after the first.

I am a happy sailor, and have lots left for future projects (may they be few and far...).
1989 c25 WK/TR #5838
1998 Catalina 36 mkii
1983 Vagabond 14
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