Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Join me aboard my Catalina 310 as I dive into fixing common freshwater system issues every sailor faces. From a non-working sink to troubleshooting the marine toilet and cleaning the strainer, this step-by-step walkthrough will save you time, frustration, and money.
In this video, you’ll see:
⛵ How to diagnose and repair a weak or non-working sink pump
🔧 Cleaning and inspecting the freshwater strainer
🚽 Troubleshooting the marine head (toilet)
💡 Practical sailing maintenance tips for keeping your Catalina 310 (or similar sailboat) in top shape
Whether you're new to sailing or an experienced liveaboard, this DIY boat maintenance guide will help you better understand your boat’s plumbing system and avoid costly marina repairs.
📌 Boat: Catalina 310 (Hull #154)
📌 Location: Sailing on Lake Ray Hubbard, Texas
📌 Experience: I started sailing just a year ago on a Catalina 22 and now documenting my dream upgrade to the Catalina 310
Join me aboard my Catalina 310 as I dive into fixing common freshwater system issues every sailor faces. From a non-working sink to troubleshooting the marine toilet and cleaning the strainer, this step-by-step walkthrough will save you time, frustration, and money.
In this video, you’ll see:
⛵ How to diagnose and repair a weak or non-working sink pump
🔧 Cleaning and inspecting the freshwater strainer
🚽 Troubleshooting the marine head (toilet)
💡 Practical sailing maintenance tips for keeping your Catalina 310 (or similar sailboat) in top shape
Whether you're new to sailing or an experienced liveaboard, this DIY boat maintenance guide will help you better understand your boat’s plumbing system and avoid costly marina repairs.
📌 Boat: Catalina 310 (Hull #154)
📌 Location: Sailing on Lake Ray Hubbard, Texas
📌 Experience: I started sailing just a year ago on a Catalina 22 and now documenting my dream upgrade to the Catalina 310
