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I have an Autohelm ST4000 MKII which I intend to fit to an Ericson 29. After reading some reviews of this autopilot on this site, I understand there can be some issues with this equipment, but at this point, it's a done deal for me so I must find a way to make it work. My major concern is...

I am preparing to replace the well worn exterior handrails on my '71 E29. There does not appear to be any fasteners visable in the cabin, are the handrails simply srewed into the deck? Any Help or advice would be appreciated. Dave E29 Spirit Bellingham, WA

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:egrin: :egrin: Need a hanked headsail or used roller furling system for my E-29. Any leads would be great. Thanks, Ray Hughes, "Capricious" Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside, CA.

I will be hauling my 1971 E-29 soon for bottom paint re-coat. I'd like to replace the prop (A-4 engine)-- to minimize reverse prop walk. Any ideas or recommendations? Thanks, Ray Hughes "Capricious" Oceanside Harbor, CA.

My wife and I recently purchased a '73 E-29. We have done a little bit of cruising with it and plan to do a lot more in the coming years... We are eyeing every possible place to find some additional storage for clothes, gear, extra bottled water, dry goods, etc. We have looked at...

Hi, Just wondering if anyone has made any signifigant "blue water" passages with an E29, and/or made modifications to do so. I guess what I am really asking, is what is the overall consideration of this boat for crossing oceans, and what "beefing" up would be necessary to this particular boat...

My 1971 E-29 has a bulkhead mounted standpipe exhaust system that tends to clog with salt build-up. Can this muffler be replaced with a water-lift system? If so, where should the water-lift muffler be located? Thanks for any ideas. --Ray Hughes.

I recently purchased a 1973 E29 with a tiller and plan on doing some longer distance cruising and like the ease of wheel steering. I have thought about converting the tiller to a pedestal/wheel. What year/hull# did they start building the 29 with a wheel? Has anyone gone through converting...

My 1979 E29 had a Yanmar 8HP single cyliner engine with it. I suspect it had a gas engine originally because there is a blower moter installed but not used, and some cutouts in the fiberglass to make it fit. I'm finding that its not much good in heavy winds & would like to put a larger diesel...

Hello all, I'm presently in the process of upgrading my 1970 E-29 for a round the world cruise. I love the boat, but in many ways it's not exactly 'ideal' for this (not a full keel, large windows, limited tankage, tabernacle...), but I have a very limited budget (just out of college), so...

Hi, all, great new look for the site, BTW. Great job Sean! Now, the question: just saw a nice E29 or E30+ at the Nelson's in Alameda, named "Phearless". Does anyone know the owner? Would be nice to meet a neighbor! Thanks, Stan

My standard rig E-29, which I bought 6 weeks ago, has a boom of 10' instead of the 12 ' boom (it was replaced about 20 years ago after the original boom broke). As I'm planning to get a new mainsail, I would like to know if e-29 owners in the SF Bay Area feel like they are easily overpowered...

Hello, new to the list, great information! I recently bought a 1973 Ericson 29 standard rig, which is in desperate need of new sails. I am considering buying used 110 and 75 jibs or ordering new from a place like the sailwarehouse, where you provide your own measurements. Now I can easily...

Bought my 71 E-29 "Capricious" last October as a restoration project. She's been pretty neglected, but with a lot of TLC will soon be a proud Viking. I do need a headsail though, and would appreciate any offers/ leads you might have. Thanks, Ray. E-mail: RAYJAY3@sbcglobal.net...

I and the better half went to look at the E29 under consideration again today. As usual, notice more stuff wrong on the second look. One thing that has me concerned is rust stains on the rudder. The rust appears to be oozing out of small cracks in the rudder, primarily on or around the trailing...

Has anyone installed a swim platform or permanent ladder on the rear of their boats? Getting in and out of the boat is a real pain sometimes from the dinghy would appreciate any help in this matter and maybe a photo if someone would be so kind. Thanks Bob

I have recently purchased (free)a 1975 e29,this is not my first sailboat I had a s2 26 I sold last year.THE boat has been sitting for 10 years and has some water in it.Ive rebuilt a couple of boneyard boats before and this one isnt that bad,my question is about all the chainplates,how are they...

e-29 "Capricious" is a pretty sweet boat, but being an early model (1971) has a very modest head layout. My previous e-27 (1974) had a lot more privacy. Is it possible to re-fit my boat to the later e-29 layout? Also, the spindled grabrails atop the seating areas are pretty feeble. Ideas...

Has anyone installed a electric or manual anchor windlass on their E-29? Thanks much Bobg

MECHANICAL: .Yanmar diesel new 1987 (Std. engine was Universal gas) .Three blade prop .'Last Drop' shaft seal replaces stuffing box & is completely dry .Hot & cold pressure water .Battery charger-Silent type .Super duty belt-drive diaphragm bilge pump with auto. Switch .Two 850 amp...

I am looking for a spinnaker for an Ericson 29, anyone have a chute sitting around they would like to sell?

I have recently bought a 1971 E29 with an Atomic 4, max speed under power is 4 knots. Is anyone able to motor faster than that? What is the correct prop for this boat? Anyone have experience with Maxprop? Any help would be appreciated.

I am replacing my standpipe with a Vetus waterlock. The only place I can install it is thr lowest froward corner of the lazarette, but the problem is that there is ZERO drop from the manifold exhaust out let to the Vetus inlet. Has anyone tried this? Any suggestions?

I purchased my E29 last year. the boom is equipped with a hand-crank roller mechanism (I assume for reefing). Was this an option offered by Ericson or an add-on by a previous owner? If anyone else has this type of boom, I would like to know some of the details of how the mainsail foot is...

A while ago I posted that I was looking for a boom for my E29 tall rig. After much searching I have found a boom that is slighly too long. My idea was to just cut it down, but I would still rather find something that is aready the right size. So if anyone knows of somewhere or someone that could...

For those of you with the original 'Handihead' on the E29 - I attach the following information. This follows another owner looking for it, so I thought I might as well file it up here as well: Thanks, //sse ------------------------------------------------------------- 6-4.3 HOLDING...

I need to replace the forward hatch on a 1972 Ericson 29. Does any one know a place and/or part number for this item.

Requesting help in obtaining a part, I believe it's called a "Cutlass Bearing"? It's found inside the strut that holds the propeller shaft, the shaft itself is 3/4 inch in diameter. It appears to be hard rubber or plastic. I've checked the usual places i.e. West Marine, Defender, etc. I may...

Does anyone know where I can find the window stripping material that surounds my E29's sliding head widow? This stripping material serves as the sliding window's track.:confused:

I have to replace one of my cockpit drain 1 1/4 marelon ball valve atached to a thru-hull. I found a stainless steel ball valve, which seems to be very good. my question is: could I use the stainless steel valve on a brass thru hull or will that cause galvanic corrosion???

I own a 1978 Ericson 29 I would like to know how the chainplates are atached to the hull and also if they should ever be replaced.

I own an E29, vintage 1973 based in Marina Del Rey. I am looking for an owner's manual. Does anyone have an idea where I can find one? Thanks, SA

I am looking for an Owner's Manual for a 1973 Ericson 29. Does anyone know where I can obtain one? Thank you.

I am shopping for a new boat. I've narrowed the search to an ericson 29 or a cal 29. Any info on the ericson - sailing charactoristics, weak points, or general reviews would be greatly appreciated. Thanks alot Jeff Casselman seattle