Recent content by Wolfy189

Topside paint ideas Thanks Keith I like the one application technique! That's definitely my preference. And whatever I do is going to improve looks considerably : )

painting ideas Thanks for the suggestion

painting ideas I would think it is original gel coat. There is a fair bit of "micro" cracking with some areas where the gelcoat has flaked away entirely on the nonskid surfaces. The hull should respond pretty well to to the wet sanding. What grit paper did you use?

So heres the deal. My E29is a 1972. I spent 6+ hours yesterday on my knees scrubbing and at best my topside still looks dingy : ( I've checked before into painting and get numbers back from $6k to $14k. I simply can't afford that with kids in college and private school. I'm beyond blessed...

Thanks Thanks Loren for the great suggestion and info and the tip on the local sailor "Grizz". Hope I get to meet him/her : )

There are 2 different sail options for the E29. One is standard and the other is a "tall" rig. Is there any way to look at the boat and know which is which? Mine is from 1972 if that helps. Thanks for anybody replying. My email is wolfy189@gmail.com, name is Jon. I sail out of South Haven...

Thanks for the input. The cost, benefit is really not there I suppose BUT, I'll probably get it done anyway : )

My 1972 E29 is looking very unloved : ( I received her this way 3 years ago. We've decided to keep her so it is reasonable to spend some money and make her attractive. I don't have the time nor the inclination to tackle this job. I'm interested in your thoughts on how much I should expect to...

Thanks Mort. Did you see what Walter made for his E 27 in this thread? Is the one that was made for your E35-3 similar to his? Walter's is very impressive. Did your manufactureer develope a frame system as well for the $3k? I like the idea of having it be a one stop purchasing experience...

Thanks Walter. Your cover is awesome! May I ask what the total costs were? How does the frame attach to the boat? I'm way behind the power curve to accomplish something like that for this year but I can see myself making an investment for what you have. This spring I suspect my make shift...

Last year I enjoyed the luxury of indoor heated storage for my 1972 E29 (I purchased the boat already in storage). This year I plan to cradle her outside. The yard will winterize the engine and I will winterize the other water lines. My question is this, what are some reasonable and reusable...

I just purchased new winch handles for my Lemar winches and it doesn't fit any of the winches. The winches are in adequate working order but I would like to increase my handle inventory. Where can I acquire additional handles to "fit" the winches. The boat is a 1972 Ericson 29. I don't know if...

Oh I'm green! But I think I'm also savvy. My entry into this was only $2k so I've got room to ante up some $'s (or beer) as needed. I don't think it is going to require much but I'm anxious to get her back in the water and see what she can do. Thanks for your input. Jon

Thanks Aleks and Kari for the input. I am hoping the various yacht clubs associated with the marina will offer some class instruction. I know a few sailors as well that should get me pointed in the right direction. Sure is gonna be a blast learning it! Jon

John, Wow! Thanks so much for that bottom line assessment of my immediate needs! I will get right on that this week. Don't suppose your gonna be in the neighborhood and feel like coming aboard? There is a full service marina in town so I will visit them. Maybe she'll get a clean bill of...