Ericson 35-3

[bgary]

Now there's the Olson 911--I think I read here that's some kind of Porsche thing?

9.11 meters long... I'm sure the Porsche reference is "just a coincidence" and has nothing to do with the marketing department...

 

[Prairie Schooner]

@JMJacobsen - Michele,
I realized we have very similar staining in the same area on our E35-3. I attribute it to the leaky dorade box discussed in the following two threads.

E 35 - 3 The Dorade Box and The Leaking ??? Opinions Please

Hello All, I have read a lot about the Dorade Box being the source of leaks on both the port and starboard side. More so it seems on the Starboard side at Bulkhead(starboard side) Have people removed box completely? lots of ventilation without? These leaks are coming from the Dorade...

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Dorade vents leaking

The starboard dorade vent is leaking into my cabin. I have an 1983 E38. Any way to repair this or seal it?

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Winter 21-22 I sealed our dorade box bed and that area seams to be staying dry now. I also drilled and filled the mounting holes for the dorade guard. This past winter we refurbisheded and have rebedded the portlights. Hopefully we'll see even more improvement.

This seems to be a common problem. If you tackle it, you will learn about the dreaded 10,000 rusty staples.

 

[JMJacobsen]

@JMJacobsen - Michele,
I realized we have very similar staining in the same area on our E35-3. I attribute it to the leaky dorade box discussed in the following two threads.
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E 35 - 3 The Dorade Box and The Leaking ??? Opinions Please

Hello All, I have read a lot about the Dorade Box being the source of leaks on both the port and starboard side. More so it seems on the Starboard side at Bulkhead(starboard side) Have people removed box completely? lots of ventilation without? These leaks are coming from the Dorade...

ericsonyachts.org

Dorade vents leaking

The starboard dorade vent is leaking into my cabin. I have an 1983 E38. Any way to repair this or seal it?

ericsonyachts.org

Winter 21-22 I sealed our dorade box bed and that area seams to be staying dry now. I also drilled and filled the mounting holes for the dorade guard. This past winter we refurbisheded and have rebedded the portlights. Hopefully we'll see even more improvement.

This seems to be a common problem. If you tackle it, you will learn about the dreaded 10,000 rusty staples.

Thank you for those links to the threads…will read carefully for sure since it’s officially my problem (or so the new title/registration says lol) as of today.

 

[JMJacobsen]

A quick update on the Ericson 35-3 for sale in the OP. I closed on it today and she is officially mine! It truly was a unicorn find: 2nd owners (20 yrs) took extremely good care of her and primarily used for racing. But at 80 yrs old, they felt it was time to pass the boat on (along with more sails than I can count and every last bit of sailing paraphernalia/tools/extras/dodgers/biminis/etc they collected over the years.The survey was outstanding and no surprises at all…owners completely honest which made the “to-do” list much more palatable. Engine survey done a couple of months back so I just contacted the mx worker who performed the check for verification. Sea trials (two of them) went very nicely. And in an area where decent marina slips are nearly impossible to find, I retained the slip at same price.

From first looksy to contract to survey to sea trials to haul out to insurance to title transfer and a cash payment took a tad over 2 weeks. I think I’m still in shock….but I love this boat already. Here’s to being the 3rd owners for the next 20 years.

 

[Nick J]

Congratulations!

 

[bsangs]

Congrats, she's a great boat. Makes all the difference in the world when the previous owner is truthful about everything. Like you, my 35-3's previous owner told me everything. He also informed me the broker was not pleased with him for sharing so much, fearing it would scare me away, but it was quite the contrary. This place is a fantastic resource, with maybe the most helpful members of any forum on the internet. Enjoy!

 

[Prairie Schooner]

. . I closed on it today and she is officially mine! . .

Congratulations Michele! Welcome to the club!

 

[G Kiba]

Looks like a great boat! Enjoy.

 

[Nick J]

A quick update on the Ericson 35-3 for sale in the OP. I closed on it today and she is officially mine! It truly was a unicorn find: 2nd owners (20 yrs) took extremely good care of her and primarily used for racing. But at 80 yrs old, they felt it was time to pass the boat on (along with more sails than I can count and every last bit of sailing paraphernalia/tools/extras/dodgers/biminis/etc they collected over the years.The survey was outstanding and no surprises at all…owners completely honest which made the “to-do” list much more palatable. Engine survey done a couple of months back so I just contacted the mx worker who performed the check for verification. Sea trials (two of them) went very nicely. And in an area where decent marina slips are nearly impossible to find, I retained the slip at same price.

From first looksy to contract to survey to sea trials to haul out to insurance to title transfer and a cash payment took a tad over 2 weeks. I think I’m still in shock….but I love this boat already. Here’s to being the 3rd owners for the next 20 years.

I know you must have a ton of items on your to do list. I'm really interested in hearing about gooseneck configuration. In the first picture, It looks different than most , maybe a custom repair?

 

[windblown]

Congratulations, and welcome!!

 

[JMJacobsen]

I know you must have a ton of items on your to do list. I'm really interested in hearing about gooseneck configuration. In the first picture, It looks different than most , maybe a custom repair?

Hi Nick,
I honestly have no idea, but your question has caught my attention and I’ve just sent an email to the previous owner asking about it. Will let you know what I discover. M.

 

[dhill]

Congratulations Michele - it is great to have another Ericson 35-3 owner here! It's a great boat!