I recnetly bought an 79, O'Day 25, missing the stove. What kind did it originally have and what's a good replacement. Thanks much
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Don Bodemann
forget the alcohol!
On my 6th boat and each one came with an alcohol stove of some kind. Tried each one and got fed up. Found a cute little single burner butane stove made by Glo-mate that works like a charm. Go to http://www.glomate.com/index.html and have a look.
On my 6th boat and each one came with an alcohol stove of some kind. Tried each one and got fed up. Found a cute little single burner butane stove made by Glo-mate that works like a charm. Go to http://www.glomate.com/index.html and have a look.
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John Eastin
Princess
While there may be those who do not like alcohol stoves, I still think they serve a purpose. Our Catalina 27 has the original Princess brand two-burner which was a factory item. Our boat is an older one...1972 vintage. When we took possession of the boat the stove was dry and the leathers were also dry. After filling it and oiling the leathers she lit beautifully and has held a charge in the pressure tank for as long as 60 to 90 days. Yeah, alcohol has it's challenges (moisture, moisture and lots of moisture often times leaving you smelling like a wino when you leave the boat after using the stove) and it isn't as hot as some of the other fuels, but it is safe and it does tend to get the job done. We also use one of those little butane stoves which stores in a neat little plastic carry case and stows neatly. In addition, a barbeque mounted on the stern rail makes a fine addition. Dollar for dollar I still think the alcohol stove is one of your better bets. John Eastin Olympia
While there may be those who do not like alcohol stoves, I still think they serve a purpose. Our Catalina 27 has the original Princess brand two-burner which was a factory item. Our boat is an older one...1972 vintage. When we took possession of the boat the stove was dry and the leathers were also dry. After filling it and oiling the leathers she lit beautifully and has held a charge in the pressure tank for as long as 60 to 90 days. Yeah, alcohol has it's challenges (moisture, moisture and lots of moisture often times leaving you smelling like a wino when you leave the boat after using the stove) and it isn't as hot as some of the other fuels, but it is safe and it does tend to get the job done. We also use one of those little butane stoves which stores in a neat little plastic carry case and stows neatly. In addition, a barbeque mounted on the stern rail makes a fine addition. Dollar for dollar I still think the alcohol stove is one of your better bets. John Eastin Olympia
Probably a Kenyon!
Gerry: Your boat probably had a pressurized alcohol stove. These older pressurized alcohol stoves are where these stoves got their bad reputation. The new Origo stove is probably the best and safest stove for your boat. Only a couple of things to think about. You do not fill the containers unless the stove and canisters are cool. Fill the canister in some place like the galley sink and rinse the excess fluid down the drain. There is basically nothing to break or repair and they heat a kettle of water in about 8 mins. You can get the fuel at the marine hardware stores or your local home supply store. These stoves offer an easy installation without the worry of leaking cans, tanks or hoses etc.
Gerry: Your boat probably had a pressurized alcohol stove. These older pressurized alcohol stoves are where these stoves got their bad reputation. The new Origo stove is probably the best and safest stove for your boat. Only a couple of things to think about. You do not fill the containers unless the stove and canisters are cool. Fill the canister in some place like the galley sink and rinse the excess fluid down the drain. There is basically nothing to break or repair and they heat a kettle of water in about 8 mins. You can get the fuel at the marine hardware stores or your local home supply store. These stoves offer an easy installation without the worry of leaking cans, tanks or hoses etc.
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Bob Clark
Get an Origo!
I strongly recommend the Origo line of alcohol stoves. We replaced the pressurized alcohol stove in our Catalina 22 with a 2-burner Origo. It's a great stove that doesn't singe the overhead! So... I urge you to take some time to fit one into your boat. Needless to say a propane system would be great. But finding room for the tanks (etc) is tough, and buying all the stuff you need (including the stove) is expensive.
I strongly recommend the Origo line of alcohol stoves. We replaced the pressurized alcohol stove in our Catalina 22 with a 2-burner Origo. It's a great stove that doesn't singe the overhead! So... I urge you to take some time to fit one into your boat. Needless to say a propane system would be great. But finding room for the tanks (etc) is tough, and buying all the stuff you need (including the stove) is expensive.
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LaDonna Bubak - Catalina Owners
Viva Origo!
I absolutely LOVE my Origo. I had an old yucky pressurized stove in my boat & replaced it with an Origo 6000 (with oven). They are the easiest stoves to operate & maintain. There is no installation of a "system," just the unit. I think it *should* fit into that space but they have dimensions on their website (www.origo.com). They heat almost as quickly as propane, although the fuel is a little more expensive. LaDonna
I absolutely LOVE my Origo. I had an old yucky pressurized stove in my boat & replaced it with an Origo 6000 (with oven). They are the easiest stoves to operate & maintain. There is no installation of a "system," just the unit. I think it *should* fit into that space but they have dimensions on their website (www.origo.com). They heat almost as quickly as propane, although the fuel is a little more expensive. LaDonna
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