Recent content by FrankZ

Exhaust Riser? Tim, I know what you're referring to. Thanks mucho. I'm gonna call a mechanic out and let him assess the leak and then handle it. I appreciate your help very much. fz

Exhaust Riser? Tim, Is the "exhaust riser" what the exhaust hose is attached to in the engine compartment? I hate to be so dim, but I don't have my manual handy. Is it difficult to replace? And do you know where I might find one? Thanks in advance. Frank Z.

Hello Everyone, I've been away quite a long time, but I'm back with a quick question. Does anyone have a diagram of the pathway for the large exhaust hose on my Universal Atomic Engine. I know it runs unseen under the sole near the shower sump basin, then disappears behind the cabin ladder...

Sound advice Thanks, I check it out. fz

Hello, I've had a persistent problem with the fuel tank at about half full not feeding fuel to the engine in rough seas, especially on a starboard tack. The engine will quit as if out of fuel, when I know I've got 20 gallons or so left. Once the boat levels out, I can restart the engine...

Does anyone know where I can find out the original colors for my boat? I've got to redo the topside. It's white with blue stripes. I just don't know what Awlgrip white to choose or exactly the right blue. Thanks in advance. fz

In-boom furling Thanks for the reply. Have you ever heard of the Profurl system? fz

Hi all, I have a 1986 38-200. I'm considering replacing the current mainsail boom with an aftermarket furling boom. Has anyone done that before? Does anyone have suggestions for quality manufacturers of in-boom furling systems best for this boat. Does anyone think it's a bad idea in...

I have a 1986 38-200. I've been sailing her only a year; and when I bought her, the jib sheet cars were on the railing track. I've since seen and heard that the boat is designed for the jib sheet cars to run on the inboard tracks. I tried it and found the boat tempermental in moderate wind...

I'm a relatively new sailor with an Ericson 38-200. This sailboat does not have a boom vang installed. I'm wondering why it doesn't have one, and if I should add an aftermarket one, a rigid one or otherwise. Any suggestions? Frank Z.

Great shot Chris. I notice you're still using a fan back there. I've got one, too. After all the advice, I think I'll add just one port hole basically where you did. That will give me two total in the aft cabin and perhaps increase the fan size. Thanks again. fz

Thanks, any time you get the chance. Much appreciated. Frank Z.

port lights on 38' Ericson, 1986 Sorry, my error. I meant outboard side, above the hanging locker and in the cockpit area. There is a non-opening light there now, 28" x 8", which I would replace but can't find one large enough. Then, I'd also like to put one or two more in the cockpit area...

38 Ericson port lights Thanks for the reply. Do you have any pictures or measurements of these port lights? You can send them to frankjz@gmail.com if that's easier for you. Thanks much! fz

Side and Cockpit port lights My error, I meant above the hanging locker. Do you have any pictures of these aft cabin lights, or measurements? fz