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Well, today I was able to replace the packing in the E38 rudder. Initially I tried 3/8" but that was too large and the manual called for 1/4" and that was definitely too small. This is beginning to sound like a children's story..... :) Ended up using 5/16" teflon/flax packing. The E38 has a...

Hello All, My rudder on the E38 is dropped and I am replacing the packing since I am in there. What came out looked like 3/8"s, three turns of it. I bought 3/8"s and its just too big. The manual calls for 1/4" but that will definitely be too small. Looks like 5/16"s is the correct product...

Hi all Just replaced my spreaders with new Lefiels and I would like to know what the concensus of opinion on securing the outboard ends to the strouds is....:) Wired on I suspect, but how does this take into account movement inherent in the tuning process....:confused: This site is the...

Hello all, I have fairly large sheets, 1" on my 125% genoa on my E38. I have attached them with a bowline knot for each. Is there a less messy knot to attach two large sheets like this? I have looked in my knot book but can't seem to find an alternative. I am thinking that splicing an eye...

I recently purchased a 1971 E29 and am in the process of bringing her back to life. Just finished installing a rebuilt Atomic 4 and now need to replace the existing prop (an old 2 blade). Are there any suggestions on how I determine ideal prop size, pitch & 2 or 3 blade? I've heard that stock...

Hello, I'm new and in process of buying a beautiful E32. When we haul it next week I want to make sure the correct prop is installed for smoothest operation under power. It has a Universal MX25XP engine. What diameter and pitch should be installed? Any help is appreciated. Thanks - Jerry...

Hi All, I have an 86 E35-3 with a newer Universal 30hp/4cyl engine & a MaxProp. I'm trying to decide if I have the correct pitch on my prop. Does anyone know the correct hull speed for these boats? Right now I'm running at 6.2 knots at 2700 rpm. This rpm is just above the recommended...

As the proud new owner of a 1989 E 38-200 I am engaged in numerous "projects" one is to lubricate the seacocks. All of which are the plastic type. Forespar variety. On the forspar website they recommend using "Waterproof grease, waterpump or winch grease" Is it okay to use teflon winch grease? I...

Does anyone know the correct size and pitch propeller for the Ericson 38 with the Universal 5432 Engine 2.14:1 trany reduction? Thank you