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linky Which variety of blue is the closest match to Ericson blue?

I am wiring in a new marine stereo, Sony CDX-M10 (boat did not previously have one) to an '87 32-2. I have a couple of questions: 1. The primary power wire will obviously go the the switch on the DC panel. The secondary power (for the stereo memory) needs to have constant power. Where is the...

Any comments on the efficacy of powder coating as a finish in a marine environment? I am working on reconditioning some portlights to replace the leaking ones in my 30+ and thought about powder coating as a possibility. I was also thinking of patching some small areas of corrosion on the...

Just noticed this on another sailing site. Quite a good sized list. http://forums.sbo.sailboatowners.com/showthread.php?t=123483 LB

It seems like nobody ever answers the phone or e-mail at Anderson Marine in MDR. They are listed in some places as being on Santa Monica blvd. while other places list them on Washington. Some listed phone numbers have been disconnected others just have a recording. We're trying to buy a...

I recently discovered right in my back yard a large marine salvage yard.:) I have no affiliation nor financial considerations in the business. I simply want to pass along a rare find. They have all sorts of sailboat parts, masts, booms, rigging, sails, instruments, complete boats etc etc...

Does anyone have a home remedy for cleaning the yukky green mildew stains off of sunbrella sail covers, dodgers, winch covers etc.? I know there are 3M and other "Marine products" for this purpose, but I though someone may have a secret concoction made up of household cleaners that...

The Marine air unit I want to install requires a larger opening than my E-29 lazerette has I need to expand the cockpit lazerette opening to 13 ½” wide which would be cutting ¾” off the lip on both sides (there is about 1” of lip on. Does anyone see a reason this could not safely be done? I...

I just picked up a used West Marine/ Zodiac RU 260 inflatable without oars. I am looking for either a used pair or the plastic rowlock pins and collars so I can convert some to fit. Does anyone know of a source? I figure there must be some deflated boats and good oars out there somewhere...

There is some interior joinery in our future as we turn Senta II into our world cruiser. Some of that work will be plywood rather that solid teak, for obvious reasons. When I built a small speedboat as a kid I built it out of marine grade plywood, but that was the actual hull, not interior...

"Someone using Lady_Admin as a user name has suddenly shown up on literally dozens of forums and bulletin boards. This user submitted a registration request to the Moyer Marine Forum and was promptly banned. Please take the usual precautions (don't open any links; don't provide any information...

Hi All, ran into a friend the other day who didn't realize that Chesapeake Marine Fasteners still existed, so, on the chance others in the area had missed it, they are now a part of Fawcett's: http://www.fawcettboat.com/ and CMF: http://www.chesfast.com/ Hope this helps someone...

My original mast head anemometer has slowed to an unbalanced crawl. To make matters worse, a big bird tried to sit on it and when it spun on him, his frantic flapping in getting away, knocked off the directional fin. The dilemma now is what to do. The other original instruments still work well...

If you enjoy reading about other people's misfortune, shipwrecks, and collisions, have I got the site for you. It's the MAIB, or the Marine Accident Investigation Branch of the British Ministry of Transport. They investigate all marine accidents, and publish annual reports for the learning...

I got the email flyer this am and was going there anyway. I found they had heavily discounted some of thier books...I got the Practical Sailor's Practical Boat Buying Guide (2 big volumes) for $8.44...marked down from $59.95. Usual disclaimer...not affiliated with them and your milage may...

I'm looking at a battery replacement for my '84 E-28. Current bank are (2)Group 27 flooded dual purpose batteries. At least one seems to have trouble keeping charge and it's date is 2003. West Marine has Group 27 AGMs on sale for $200. Anybody have experiences (good or bad) with these...

Is the Barient winch maintenance kit available from West Marine useful? Will those parts (pawls & Springs & retaining rings) fit a Barlow 15? I've got a winch that turns but doesn't click anymore. Fred Ericson 23-2 Ad Astra...

Hey guys and Happy Thanksgiving! We have an E32-3 1987. Our depth gauge seems to bounce all over the place with somewhat inconsistant readings. We sail in waters averaging 13 feet or less here in Galveston Bay. My instruction booklet says to adjust the shallow (under 20 ft) thing on the back of...

Hello All, I am looking to have a set of custom engine pulleys made. The machinist would like to know what type of aluminum would be best for a marine environment. He has suggested 7075 T7 or 7050 but he's not a marine guy so he suggested I ask around to make sure I get what I need. I know...

A fellow 35-3 owner and member of our site (Bob) at the marina is having problems with his depth finder. As he admits to being computer challenged I said I would help. I did a search here and found dmimarine.com in an older previous thread from 2006. No good, won't come up. Any ideas? He...

Funny story this year (or not so): My depth sounder is starting to act up. Occasionally we get correct soundings but generally it just jumps all over the place w/ an occasional MDS (sp?) on the side. I suspected paint to be the issue. Checked all the wiring and moved some stuff around in the...

I have a Data Marine depth sounder that I'm pretty sure the transducer needs replacing. I'm told that removal of the transducer is from the inside out, the opposite of the speed transducer. Apparently there is no sleeve involved as in the speed transducer, so we are probably talking...

Hi All, I'm in the process of replacing the head cabinet and the sink top due to rotting wood. It currently has 1/2 plywood with a white laminant on the top side. My question is. Can I use any 1/2 plywood (such as Home Depot plywood) and then laminate a new white formica top and paint the...

Does anyone know what happened to Robert Hess Marine in BC Canada? Thanks. Chris

I am considering changing out the original Raritan PHII on my E27 to a Wilcox Head Mate that has a different mounting bolt pattern. Does anyone know if the mounting bolts are lag screws that simply screw into the fiberglass platform or a wood backing plate? I am wondering how I will attach the...

What's the best source for "bulk" marine grade wire ? In this case "bulk" would be defined as 100'-500' rolls. How aboout shrink-wrap tubing and the like ? Thanks, -Sven

Hi all, Has anyone heard of Jensen Marine - who I understand used to make Cal's - making early Ericsons? I've been sent details of a for sale Ericson 39, designer Bruce King, built 1971, Hull No WAZ 0228G, which according to a previous owner was documented with Jensen Marine as the builder...

Does anyone have an Electic head on their boat? How do you like it? Which type do you recommend and why? What is better --fresh water of salt water flush? Do elecric pumps really use less water to flush than manual pumps? I have an E-38 and have heard some good comments on using electric...

I just got a whole new foul weather gear outfit from WM for under $200. Their Offshore Explorer series is on clearance. Bibs are $84 and Jacket is $93. This stuff is made by either Gill or Henry Lloyd. I forget which so you know it is good stuff. Sale ends when they run out. Our local...

Hello All, I was on a Niagara 35 today that had a Alpha Marine Systems www.alphamarinesystems.com autopilot installed. It was recently electronically updated but still using the original linear drive, etc. and working flawlessly. Not too bad from a system that was new in 1984.... While the...

I put my engine on ebay if anyone is interested. Running Takeout, removed from 1982 - Ericson E36 (8-14-2006). Universal Marine Diesel 5424 (24hp) with Hurth transmission (2:1). Complete with instrument panel (not shown) Fuel, Oil Pressure, Alternator gauges. This engine runs fine I decided...

Well.......Now that I paid a diesel mechanic to give me a $6000+ estimate to rebuild my M4-30, I have a bunch of boxes of parts :rolleyes: I am looking at kubota tractor engine short blocks that I can bolt all the marine parts to. The M4-30 4-cylinder uses the kubota Y-850 block. From what...

I know we don't like to utter the Wxxx Mxxxxx name around here too much, but I just looked through their online clearance sale, and there's some pretty good stuff. I picked up a M32 Icom handheld for $85, and a Standard Horizon depth/speed display for $90, with a depth transducer for $20...

I just repalced my old data marine gauges and if anybody is looking to buy the three gauges and wind vane they are available. E-mail me at simplicity123@juno.com I live in S.W. Florida and can ship at your expense.

FYI their annual tent sale starts tomorrow AM, goes through sunday.

I hate to advertise one of my auctions thats not 100% Ericson related, but this is boat related. I have a $100 Gift Card to West Marine/Boat US Stores, or their websites, up on eBay. It's starting at $49.95, so that's like $50 off your next purchase at WM or BoatUS...

I purchased my boat with an uninstalled Freedom Marine 10 inverter which had previously been installed and later removed. http://www.heartinterface.com/marine/html/Productdetail.asp?ProductID=16 I believe the model is from a few years back but the description above should be pretty...