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wrote:
Hi.

I am in the process of refitting a 1968 Columbia 28 for extensive
coastal cruising. I've been researching/reading posts in this
newsgroup about heads but frankly, even after my research I'm undecided
about how to proceed. The only thing about which I am certain is that
I want to completely refit with new.

She is a small sv for cruising so space is at a premium. Based on that
factor, after reading prior discussions I have considered a portable
(self-contained) head with pumpout fitting. OTOH, I do want a quality
installation. I want reliability. I want sanitary. I want low
maintenance and ease/simplicity of maintenance.

On several occasions Peggie has prompted a writer to simply name
his/her vessel. As I said, mine is a '68 C-28. A suggestion as to the
best head refit for her would be highly appreciated!

I need a little more information than that. How many people typically
aboard? Adults, or children too? You said "extensive coastal
cruising"...does that mean you'll rarely if ever be offshore at least 3
miles? If you will be offshore, do you want the ability to flush
directly overboard at sea? How long at a time do you expect to be
anchored/moored in one place--days/weeks...or only overnights?

All of these things factor into the best system for a given boat and her
owners.

--
Peggie
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Peggie Hall
Specializing in marine sanitation since 1987
Author "Get Rid of Boat Odors - A Guide To Marine Sanitation Systems and
Other Sources of Aggravation and Odor"
http://www.seaworthy.com/store/custo...0&cat=6&page=1