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  1. Inexpensive & Uncomplicated Binnacle Compass Light Upgrade

    E32-3 Inexpensive & Uncomplicated Binnacle Compass Light Upgrade

    One day I lifted off the cover from the compass on Rumour to look at the wheel brake mechanism. While I had it open I noticed there were two electrical leads completely disconnected and close to making contact. While it makes perfect sense I never thought there would be a compass light on the...
  2. M

    Adding a portlight/window to cockpit seating to illuminate quarter berth E-32

    Has anyone tried adding a portlight or access plate to the cockpit seating area (on the vertical face of the seat) above the port-side quarter berth? I was thinking about adding one or two at about calf-level when seated to help illuminate the dark cavern that is my quarter berth. I have to...
  3. bigd14

    Nav Light on Bow Pulpit Question

    I am relocating the bow lights to the pulpit and am wondering about how to seal the holes I will have to drill (or, figure out a way to make sure it all drains out somehow). The wires will enter at the top and exit on the aft stanchion base on the port side. If any water gets in it will travel...
  4. Bolo

    LED Anchor light

    I have an E-32 III (1987) and am thinking about changing the "standard" anchor light with a low draw LED light, preferably one that will replace the current incandescent type bulb Has anyone done this yet and if so what LED bulb did you use or is a completely new fixture required? I'm not...
  5. toddbrsd

    Port Light Tinting

    Anyone in the Long Beach area have their port lights tinted? Appears to be a DIY project, but curious if anyone has had a mobile tint service do theirs and if so, how much did it cost? Never attmepted this and seems easily doable, but sometimes in the long run its a better choice to hire a pro.
  6. 1

    34-200 Deck Light

    Does anyone know the original equipment maufacturer for the foredeck light located half way up the mast on a 1990 #-34
  7. adam

    E29 - Masthead and Bow Light Questions

    Please help solve my confusion. I have switches in my fuse box for a masthead light and bow light. Neither do anything at the moment. But both of them have wires coming off of them. I haven't yet tracked down where they go. There is a light (non-functional) 2/3 of the way up the front of...
  8. ragamuffin

    E27 Port Light Replacement

    I want to replace the forward port lights on ragamuffin has anyone done this on a 27? I would like opening ports on both sides (currently my head window is stuck closed), and maybe even add 2 in the v berth area. I only have one hatch and want more ventilation.
  9. HughHarv

    Light Bulbs

    Prepping my mast and need a source for T8 bulbs for masthead light, 12 volt x 10 watt anchor light and 12 volt x 25 watt navigation light. Or good led replacement source. Thanks.
  10. C

    Bow Light

    As usual, if something can go wrong, it is almost certain to. Went to put a new lamp in my port bow light last Saturday. I first very carefully removed the screws making sure I didn't lose them. Next proceeded to start removing the cover and lens. Didn't want to come off easily so I thought...
  11. WBurgner

    E38 Bow Light

    Anyone know the manufacturer and model number of the bi-color light on the bow of the E38's circa 1984? Mine is broken and I need to order a replacement, but I am two hours away from the boat. It looked like a small Aqua Signal and the top piece I brought home is identified "SK79". I have not...
  12. B

    Ericson 30+ Shattered port light glass

    When we returned from a recent day sail in about 10 - 20knts yesterday I noticed that the starboard port (not the opening port but the fixed port) was shattered. It looks like the lead car may have hit it but that seems unlikely. A friend suggested that my rig may be too tight. Any advice on...
  13. A

    H2o tank amadon light

    i have a potable water tnk beneath the cabin sole amidship which i have drained there are 2 pmp stations at the galley sink the inboard is now dry when pumped the outboard pump still pumps water where is the tank this water is coming from???/// all help much appreciated
  14. A

    amadon light

    CHEERS!!!! great site metric tons of info and support and thus far rapid reply to request keep up the great work thanks to all M L Engle
  15. C Masone

    E32-3 foward running light

    Yesterday I spent two hours trying to trace the wire to the running light on my bow pulpit. The wiring diagram says that the wires are gray (as opposed to the wiring for the optional LPG solenoid which is gray with white stripe) At the bow pulpit the wires entering the light are black...
  16. mherrcat

    Troubleshooting foredeck light circuit

    My foredeck light has been non operational for over a year. When a new wind vane was installed I asked that the foredeck light be checked. They installed a new bulb, but it still didn't work. About a month ago when I had some rigging replaced I asked again to have the light checked. The response...
  17. steven

    reverse polarity light

    Reverse Polarity on main shore power panel is lit even when main breaker is off. If main breaker is on, if I try closing any circuit - for example battery charger or outlets - Reverse Polarity will flash to bright red and instantly trip out the main. Is this indicative of a short? Would the...
  18. C

    Port Light Question

    I Have An Ericson -27, 1973 And Am Trying To Find Out Where To Get The Hard Rubber Gasget That Goes Between The Inside Frame And The Glass.it Measures 1/2" Wide And 1/8" Thick And Goes All The Way Around The Port.please Help If You Can.
  19. R

    Converting ABI Nav Light from Zenon to LED

    Hello All, I thought I'd share this with you how to convert a 7 inch ABI Nav Dome Light from Zenon to LED. I did this just for the heck of it. I'll just decribe the photos... 1) Of course the bulb holder wouldn't line up for the Lunasea G4 6 LED Warm White bulb. 2) Had to drill an extra hole...
  20. H

    E-35 II light problem

    I'm rewiring an original electrical panel in an E-35-II, 1975, I think, and I'm stymied over where or how the factory routed the wiring for the cabin lights. Anyone know?? Many thanks, Howard Keiper Berkeley
  21. Sven

    Tricolor and anchor light

    When we have the standing rigging replaced we'll also have a tricolor and anchor light installed at the masthead. Since we'll be going broke paying someone to be up there anyway we might as well take care of some of the nav light issues at the same time :-D I'm looking for recommendations...
  22. M

    Bow running light wiring problem

    I had someone who knows what he's doing troubleshoot my not working bow running light. He concluded that the bulb, fixture itself and connection there are O.K., that the connection at the electrical panel is now clean and O.K, and that the problem may be somewhere in the wiring inside the bow...
  23. Captain Crunch

    Reverse Polarity light.

    Hello all, I installed a new Blue Sea systems AC panel in my boat in the spring All was well until I arrived at my boat last weekend and the AC power was off. It seems the female shore power plug on the marina side of things was worn and burnt, taking my extension cord with it. Fine...
  24. Shadowfax

    Anchor Light

    Noticed last weekend that the anchor light has burned out on my "88 E34. does anyone know off hand if that is a iney or an outie bulb end to save me a trip up the mast with the wrong bulb. thanks
  25. G

    Cargo shifting: Perko Nav light.

    All, Today I have a Perko Nav light (West Marine #123505) available for anyone who needs it. If you're the first to respond to me back channel at glynjudson@roadrunner.com and are willing to cover the postage, it's yours. On the face of it this well used light is no great prize but it also...
  26. B

    Port Light Fix

    The port lights on our 1981, E38 hull #50 are very yellow, and the lexan has come completely out of one of them. We are looking to keep the original frames and just replace the Lexan with either tempered safety glass, or new lexan. We have heard horror stories that it is nearly impossible to...
  27. E

    Mast Head Light

    Has any one replaced the anchor light wiring while the mast was up. My anchor light has not been working so I went up the mast to check it out. The bulb is ok, checked with a meter, so I checked for voltage got ZERO. I pull the light fixture off and the wires had corroded off and fallen down...
  28. R

    There is light at the end of the tunnel!

    I have been throwing all my time and effort at the boat since January and today, finally, it seems like it is coming to a close. Not out of the woods yet by any stretch but I can see the end is in sight. The winter refit list got longer and longer and seems to have grown into a thing with a...
  29. G

    Masthead Light Out

    I am a new E35 Mk III owner. My masthead light is out. If you have changed such a bulb yourself in the past while the mast is up, I would love to hear what is at the top, so I can maximize my preparation and avoid too many research trips. Thanks Gibbo
  30. F

    Steaming light bulb--1984 Ericson 30+

    Hi, Does anyone know the correct replacement bulb for the steaming light on my 1984 Ericson 30+? It looks like an Aquasignal, but until I go up the mast, I can't tell for sure; I would like to get the right bulb before I go up there. Also, I have been told that the correct switch on the...
  31. C

    Masthead Anchor Light

    I want to replace the anchor light on my 1990 Ericson 38 with an LED. Before I go up the mast does anyone know what bulb is likely to be there so I can buy the right LED replacement before going aloft?
  32. saltbox

    Masthead light

    I have to troubleshoot a mast head light on a 1987 E34. My partner is willing to run me up the mast to inspect the bulb but I thought it would be cool to have the correct bulb with me when I go up, in case it really is a bad bulb. Is there anyone out there who has replaced a masthead bulb and...
  33. J

    Steaming/Anchor light

    I'm getting ready to do some rewiring. I'd like to free up a position on the breaker panel by combining the switches for the steaming and anchor lights. Using a DPST switch with center off would do the trick. Is there any reason to have these lights on at the same time? I can't think of any.
  34. bigtyme805

    12v Interior Light Covers Needed

    Can anyone direct me where I can purchase new covers for my Interior lights. They are the common square models. I checked WM and Boaters World, no dice! I checked online but its like checking a needle in a haystack. The ones I have are starting to get a yellow coloring like cigarette...
  35. A

    stern light bulb

    hi all the stern light didn't have a bulb in it when i got the boat. its a dc bayonet type. in other words its a single filament bulb with 2 connections one for the posititve and one for the negetive....does anyone know what the bulb number is that's supposed to be in the light thanks...
  36. A

    where does mast light wires enter the boat

    hi all 74 35II # 325 i have a tabernacle mast. and i'm trying to chase the wiring for the spreader lights and mast head. the wires come out the mast and go under the mast plate. the next time i see the wires the come up inboard of the holding tank run outboard then aft thru the bench...
  37. O

    24volt ccf light

    west marine had a 75% off bargin bin with a sweet red/white taylorbrite ccf (cold cathode?) light. i was so happy i couldnt buy it fast enough (no returns i think) now i relize its 24v. am i screwed? or is there some way to wire this w/out setting up a 24v. system? and... any one know if west...
  38. T

    Navigation Lights - Mast Light Placement

    I'm going up to do some work on our "new" E29 in about a month. The PO said that the lights on the mast did not work so we will be re-wiring the mast and replacing light fixtures. I know that we need a Steaming light for use under power. I keep seeing a reference to spreader lights. Could...
  39. Steve

    Oil pressure gage conversion from light?

    Has anyone converted their idiot oil pressure light to a conventional gage? :confused: It's clearly comforting to see the actual pressures, like a car, if the light comes on, perhaps it's too late to prevent some degree of damage. Thanks, Steve Universal 5424 or M30 hard to tell...
  40. S

    bow light bulb replacement

    I'm planning my first trip up the mast (God help me) to replace the bow light bulb. According to the manual there are two possible bulb replacements, the Forespar 1367 or the Agusignal 904-00234. My preference is to only make one trip up the stick. Does anyone know which bulb I should take...
  41. A

    port light inside fill gasket

    i have just rebuilt all the port lights on the boat 74 35 II. the 1/2" inside fill gaskets were dry rotted. does anybody know where i can purchase this fill gasket ? thanks happy sailing greg s/y dalliance 74 35 II # 325
  42. O

    Mast head light recommendation?

    This will be one of undoubtedly many, many postings on questions for our new Ericson 32... and our first real boat! Our mast head light was broken in transport... anyone have a recommendation for a replacement? Preferrably something we can order or pick-up at a local store. Are there...
  43. E

    elecrical service light E38 1981

    I checked on the boat today and found that the service light was flickering as opposed to being on steady. Nothing felt warm and although it flickered less if I turned everything off it still flickered. Items plugged into the outlets seem to work fine as well as the battery charger Does...
  44. C

    E-29 port light gaskets

    Can anyone tell me where to purchase the gasket material that goes around the lexan (glass) of the windows in the E-29?
  45. R

    Cabin 12V light lenses

    I need to replace the plastic cabin light lenses on my 1971 E-29. Any ideas as where to find OEM or replica parts? Thanks, Ray Hughes.
  46. Razz

    Fixed Port Light Gaskets

    [FONT=Tahoma]You got it, they are leaking. Pac Seacraft doesn't carry the gaskets. Who does? Would it be OK to use the existing gaskets augmented with some 3M goop of some kind? Is there some way to seal them without removing the port frame from the deckhouse, splitting the frame and...
  47. R

    Cover for interior light ('86 E-30+) needed

    Recently, I replaced the bulb on one of the interior lights on my '86 E-30+. I replaced the (incandescent) bulb with another low-wattage one, though it appeared to be somewhat brighter and therefore made the interior light cover a bit hotter than the origninal bulb, which was designated only as...
  48. B

    An observation on light air trim

    Not long ago I was returning to our marina at night with my buddy Mark, his Ranger 23 right at an even match for my E23. Most of the wind had died and we were ghosting along on a broad reach, with barely enough breeze to fill the sails. I'm sure our speed was less than a knot most of that...
  49. B

    An observation on light air trim

    Not long ago I was returning to our marina at night with my buddy Mark, his Ranger 23 right at an even match for my E23. Most of the wind had died and we were ghosting along on a broad reach, with barely enough breeze to fill the sails. I'm sure our speed was less than a knot most of that...
  50. S

    Foredeck Light

    I have a 1988 32-200 and need a bulb for the foredeck light. I understand from Forespar that the bulb is out of production and need to upgrade to a newer housing. Has anybody been through this or know where these bulbs can be purchased?
  51. T

    Port light problem

    Can anyone here help me with some information, please???The aluminum frame around the port light in the head has a split glass. It looks like it should be able to open. Because the rubber gasket around the glass is so old and brittle, it will not slide open. We acquired our 78 E25+ this...
  52. C

    Mast Light

    I HAVE A 1973 ERICSON, 27 ft. SAILBOAT, AND I AM TRYING TO REPLACE THE MAST LIGHT AND WIRING TO THAT LIGHT. THE WIRING, APPARENTLY, HAS FALLEN TO THE INSIDE OF THE MAST. PLEASE GIVE ME ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW I CAN DO THIS. THANKS, CHUCK MORGAN
  53. G

    Rewiring bow running light (E-28)

    Following winter out of the water, the only thing that doesn't seem to work is the bow running light. I believe I've traced the problem to bad wiring somewhere between the panel and the light itself. This upcoming weekend, I plan to run temporary wiring externally to determine which wire is...
  54. jreddington

    Opening Port Light Seals

    My '84 E-28 has three small opening portlights, one over the hanging locker, one in the head, and one in the quarterberth. On two out of the three of them I am either missing the rubber gasket seal or the P.O. replaced it with pieces of rubber foam. The other portlight has a nice (I...
  55. D

    Fordeck light / jib conflict

    Tacked in 20 knot wind. Jib snagged on the Aquasignal motoring and fordeck light on the front of my mast, tore it off, ripped the wiring out of the mast. Messy. The boat is an '85 E-32 with a Kenyon mast. The motoring light is mounted about a foot above the lower spreader, where there is...
  56. Sean Engle

    Panel Light Bulb Replacements

    Does anyone know offhand where I might find some replacement bulbs for the 12V and 120V panels (original panels) in my E35-3? A number of the lights are burned out, and I would love to get them all current.... Thanks, //sse
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