one or the other

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I've heard that there are two main brands of replacement heads for my catalina 27 sold thur west marine. can anyone tell me what they know about the installation and useability and durability {or for better words is one better that the other} pro's and con's on these heads. thanks and keep sailing
 
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Peggie Hall/Head Mistress

A LOT more than two

The cheapest--and the identical replacement for the OEM installed toilet--is the Jabsco manual. Next up the "food chain" of quality, durability, and reliability is a tie between the Wilcox-Crittenden Headmate and the Groco HF (the Groco MIGHT be a little better quality, but tends to be the most temperamental when the pump seals become worn). At the top of the part of this food chain that's appropriate for your boat are the Raritan PH II and the Raritan Cricket...rated #1 and #2 by Practical Sailor and just about everyone else in the industry as the best manual toilets under $500. Everything after that IS over $500...up to more than $1,000...and overkill for your boat. Installation is the same for all of 'em. The mounting bolt hole patterns are unlikely to match your existing holes, but that's not a big deal. West Marine is prob'ly the most expensive source for any of 'em. Check Defender Industries and BOAT/US before buying. You can check out the specs for all of 'em in more detail on the mfrs' websites: www.jabsco.com www.wilcox-crittenden.com www.groco.com www.raritaneng.com You might also want to read the articles in the Head Mistress forum reference library (LIBRARY, not archive...link is on the HM forum homepage) for information about proper installation, operation and maintenance for your entire sanitation system.
 
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David Foster

Consider a Porta-Potty

It's a great choice for my wife and my on our Hunter 27. It's simple, and rigged to pump out. It will last us a couple of days on the hook, but most of our cruising is to other marinas. David Lady Lillie
 
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Peggie Hall/Head Mistress

If he already has a holding tank installed...

and a thru-hull for the toilet intake, it's a little late to convert from a toilet to a pumpable portapotty.
 
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David Foster

Peggy is right as usual

I didn't understand the importance of "replacement" - you already have plumbing for the original. David Lady Lillie
 
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