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Just wanted to share a good experience I had/am having with some folks in the S.D. area. I recently, as of this week, purchased a 1984 E38 and Yachtfinders/Windseekers was the broker I worked with. Steve "Rock" Rogers was my broker and he was really great to work with. He has bent over backwards...

Here is a nice shot of an E-35 in the Mac race-making nice use of the spinnaker staysail! Happy holidays to all! S

Read about a salvage effort helped by one of our own E38 cruisers, Mark and Vicki Reed of the Southern Cross. Little Fawn Wrecked, Then Rescued http://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/lectronicday.lasso?date=2010-04-21&dayid=418 Great work!

We have had our e33rh pulled for a bottom job, I have been looking forward to several blisters to repair on the hull, I was at the boat at dusk to check her out and take photos of the hull, keel and rudder as I had not seen anything when we took part ownership. The hull was 75% clean with some...

All, Unfortunately my family has a medical emergency with an immediate need. My wife's mother who lives in the Philippenes is having some grave medical issues. She has had a double kidney failure and its only a matter of time. I therefore need to sell my 1975 E27 ASAP so my wife can...

We had the engine on Senta "serviced" back in April or so. The mechanic was an idiot, and not very bright either, so we didn't feel we knew the condition of the engine even after having it serviced. This last week we had a mechanic recommended by the rigger spend some quality time in...

So my boat Wino Country Safari, an E27, is a fantastic little boat moored in Lake Union. I was recently short-handed during some hefty weather, which raised the issue of improving some of the way our lines are run (especially our reefing lines), for short-handed sailing. Especially because I...

Hi, I have done a search and read related threads, but need some more help, please. We recently replaced the transmission on our E30+. The new transmission (a Twin Disc) was slightly larger, about 1" longer and the control lever is on the opposite side from the previous Hurth transmission...

The July/August issue of Good Old Boat Magazine did a nice 4 page article on a 1986 32-3. The overall opinion of the boat was very favorable. Reading the article was like reading an article about my own kid considering we have a 1987 version of the same boat!

I was intrigued by the ad that GFO has on their web site www.stuffingboxpacking.com where they claim no leakage after the initial adjustment. I have been thinking about installing a dripless packing but the idea of a much cheaper solution sounds good. Does anyone have any experience with this...

here's an ad for a 1979 E27 currently for sale in California. i thought i'd post the link because the seller has also a posted a really good read on his voyage from San Francisco down to Monterey: http://allstarband.net/Sandpiper.htm note: i have no connection to the boat or the seller.

I may be able to purchase a Simrad autopilot. The WP32 is no longer being made and the unit is new old stock. Anyone have experience that can help me decide if this is a good risk? Anyone know if parts are available for these things? Are these units reliable? I like the idea of installing a...

We are in the process of buying a gorgeous "new" Ericson so it is time to find La Petite a good new home in the Marina Del Rey to Long Beach area, or even up to Santa Barbara if you want to sail her up there. She is free, not including the outboard or autopilot or any of the other personal...

They forgot to mention the glassed hull to deck joint, whicj is a huge selling point. And the interior pictures are not very good (they don't show the very roomy salon) but overall it's a good review. I did not know there were a bunch of different engines available, I thought most came with...

Good luck and God speed to all Vikings in the Gulf region...

We took first place in the first race of the season last night with the help of fellow viking Chris A. Second place went to my previous boat. http://www.centerboard.org/race/WedNightResults2008.html

Anyone have any experience with these fuel tanks, such as the ones made by Moeller for below-deck use? My intended use is gasoline. Thanks, Tim

Hi. Just recently "inherited" a 1982 25+. The mast came down for the move up here and I need someone to rig it properly. The marina put the mast up but it's not tuned. I'm new to big boat sailing so prefer to have someone with experience help set up the first time. Any suggestions? The...

I was going through the web site for Good Old Boat Magazine and noticed that they have a review of the Ericson 27 scheduled for the September/October issue of this year, and a review of the Ericson 23 scheduled for the November/December issue. Reserve your issue now! (Or maybe just subscribe...

Howdy, Any of you that has an engine with a "Kubota" base the only place to get parts is the M.G. Bryan co. in Grand Prairie Texas... email: nancy.corgill@mgbryan.com 972-6234301 and she will do the job for you. As most of you know for over two weeks I have been trying to find parts to...

Anybody have a favorite supplier for starters/alternators? I'd like to get a good quality spare starter. Specifically looking for a Denso style 028000-6260. Thanks, Chris

For those who navigate, or should I say attempt to navigate, the Kent Narrows on the Chester River side, some good news passed on to me by a friend. http://www.dnr.state.md.us/dnrnews/pressrelease2007/021207a.html

Wondering if anyone has sailed in the Good Old Boat Regatta in the past few years, and if so, curious about how it all went and the tone etc. Thinking of doing Sunday only, but not sure if after the prior Saturday Night's Ericson gathering at the Boatyard, if this is more ambitious than I...

Not knowing much about diesel engines when I bought my boat earlier this year, and as is probably typical of many of us sailors, I focused more on the condition of the hull, rigging, woodwork, instrumentation and sails than I did on the diesel motor, other than to note that it started easily...

Sean- You in the past have said that there would be a time for finacial help to maintain the the website. I would like to donate product/items that I could sell to whom and have the proceeds go to the org. I love this site and want it to be at this level of excelence. I have many items that...

Last saturday may turn out to be a really good day. First, my wife and I flew from Seattle to Oakland to check out an E38-200. Second of all, the Seahawks won the division title, and last but definately not least, my long awaited and backordered Nigel Calder book showed up! Back to the 38...

Last time they were on sale, I picked up a pair of West Marine's low-cost 7 x 50 binoculars, the Huahines. I figured I couldn't be too disappointed as they were just $40.00. They are really quite nice and I'm very pleased. Good points: Sharp clear image, not Fujinon or Steiner, but I...

Blew out my spare light air spinnaker this weekend, and really need a good used back up for a race I've entered in two weeks. Does anyone have a symetrical or asymetrical spinny they'd part with? Preferably 1/2 oz.... or, as an alternative, does anyone know of a good place to buy a used...

I dont watch TV at home much less on my boat but this thing came with my boat. If anyone wants it let me know. I would just like to be compensated for shipping.

My Father in-law was out in the San Juan Islands years ago cruising and monitoring the VHF. He hears a woman frantically calling the Coastguard. The Coastguard answers with the usual all business precision they are known for. The woman explains they are onboard a powerboat somewhere near San...

This review answered many of my questions, such as the hard steering under power. Sounds like it was written by an experienced sailor. Read on. Jeff Asbury. Very well built small cruiser. 9' beam and 7000lbs. Modified fin keel with encapsulated ballast and fin rudder. Have a Simrad 3000...

Can anyone recommend a good tiller minder for my 1973 E-27? I am still fighting the tiller on long windless crossings under power to the Channel Islands. Makes it hard to enjoy the crossing. I'm not looking for a auto pilot, just something to secure the rudder as on wheel steering models. I...

I have a question - Can anyone tell me where the best place to buy diesel is in Commencement Bay (Tacoma)? Since I've had the boat, I've only topped her up three times, and that was once in Everett and twice at Shilshole in Seattle. I'm just wondering if there's a preferred place with...