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We are having twins and will be selling our Ericson 27' 1977 which is located in the water in Redondo Beach California. We would like to sell the boat but are not sure the current value. We have realistic expectations and want to sell the boat this summer. What do you think is a good...

I am purchasing a 1977 Ericson 27. The hull number is ERY27091M77G1. I am filling out a CA DMV registration form which asks for the 'year built' and 'month built'. Any idea how I can figure this out? If not I am not sure what to put on the form?

So I'm refitting my A/C line to observe the 10 ft rule. The box will be pretty close to the engine compartment. So I'm wondering if I can install a ground bus in the breaker box, connect the incoming ground to the bus, run a separate wire from the bus to the block and the run another ground to...

Hey all, the 32 horse Universal that came in my E38 needs to be rebuilt or replaced. I found a Perkins Peramera M30 with only 50 hours on it. Am looking for opinions about the M30 having enough power and the availablility of parts for these two engines which I think are both discontinued...

So I recently bought an E27 that needs quite a bit of work. The worst of it is the Compression Post and aft most bulk head. The one between the head and salon that's attached to the Compression Post. The bottom of the Compression Post has become soft from sitting in water. There are a few leaks...

Hi all, I've sold my beloved E27, Symbiosis, and moving up (hopefully soon) to an E35-2. We hauled the E35-2 today and found that the port side had blisters below the water line. Blisters don't scare me terribly much, but it's these that have me scratching my head a little: They're...

I'm considering an Ericson 41 for Florida Coastal and Carribean cruising. The boat has an encapsulated 6' keel a bit long for my intended use. I've contacted Mars Metal in Canada to see if I can get some info on adding a bulb to take about 1' off the keel. My questing to the owners is, the...

My 28+ is 1982 vintage and while preparing the boat for an early splash this spring I noticed that part of the metal "U" on the bow had broken off exposing the deck/bow connection points. Clearly to keep water out of the boat this needs to be repaired. I highly doubt that a replacement part is...

Does anyone know if there is a GPS with a readout that just gives the Lat/Lon in fairly big numbers, say 1/4 to 3/8 inches high? I have been using an antique Garmin 50 that did that but "it's dead Jim" and Garmin won't service it. I am used to sailing the way I am used to sailing and do not...

Does anyone know off hand the cubic size of the icebox in a 35-3? I'm in the process of installing a Frigoboat system and realized I ordered an evaporator bin that's too large for my box. I'm trying to negotiate an exchange with the dealer and am away from the boat and don't have my measurements...

I have my transmission apart. Upon disassembly there was no seal or sealant between the two halves of the case. it goes against my best judgement to reassemble with out any sealant, but it had none to start, I am leaning toward assembling it the way I found it. Does anyone have experience with...

The PO of my E35-2 moved the Main sheet traveller from the bridge deck just in front of the pedestal, to the forward end of the cockpit.<O:p</O:p I had originally thought of returning it to its right full place, giving unobstructed access to the cabin. But, as I intend to use the boat for...

I'm in the process of installing a new rudder. The 32-2 has a small skeg that the upper part of the rudder is cut out to fit. After dropping the old rudder out of the boat, I decided to prep and paint the concave skeg surface that I have never been able to get to get to since the rudder was...

My wife would dearly like to use the shower in our e-39 but I have been resisting it because it drains into the bilge. Has anyone found the best way to upgrade it so it pumps out through a seacock. What did the later boats do for thier shower? It's getting to the point where she wants another...

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...

I have an Ericson 29 and in reviewing the hull, checked the bilge and noticed no or what appeared to be rusted out keel bolts. Two of them, each in a separate section of the bilge. Now I am freaked out I might drop my keel and roll the boat!!! Since my wife prefers to sail dry, does anyone know...

Inside my E36C there is a turnbuckle from the deck to the mast. What is the purpose of this and what is the proper tension? see photo

OK, I have determined that my pump is not working after checking the filter. (I had to disconnect the ground wire from the mounting bolt in order to move the filter away from the bulkhead a little to get the cap off, but that's all I did.) I checked it with just the ignition switch on and...

Ahoy: What a wonderful site. I am a relatively new owner of an Ericson 35 MK II, 1973. Essentially bought the boat because, among other reasons, I loved the lines and was convinced of quality construction pretty much throughout. Have my fair share of improvements and repairs ahead, but I am a...

My transmission has developed a loud CLUNK sound when it is put into forward. There is a softer clunk when going into reverse. As I recall the sound I am hearing when putting in reverse is the sound I used to hear when putting it into forward. Any thoughts? The Hurth Model is HSW50 in my...

I have an electrical system question. I am starting to plan my system and running into some confusion regarding grounding. I have no experience with boat wiring so I have consulted Casey's, Wing's, and Calder's books and various other sources (and searched here). And I am getting mixed...

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I would like to replace the original electric fuel lift pump on our 1984 E30+ with the 5416 model 16 hp universal diesel engine. The existing one still works, but I understand they can fail without warning, so I think I'll replace it and keep this one as a spare (if that's not a good idea...

I just bought an Ericson 29. And the head hasn't been used in many years, so I've got to get it working again. The first puzzle that I'm working on is the outflow for the sink. This is the sink in the head. Right now, the outflow just drains onto my floor. Does anyone know where it was...

I believe that my halyards have jumped the sheaves. I was trying to change jibs and it got stuck halfway down. I convinced the admiral to go up the mast (she was NOT too pleased) to take a look at it. She did not go all of the way up, but was within arms reach. I know that the sheaves are 2 sets...

Diesel filter question. As some of you may have read, about a month ago I thought I was going to have to replace my fuel tank. After replacing the old narrow copper lines from the tank with new rubber hoses and new barbs it seems to be okay. My question is that for the past 9 years since...

Can anyone advise what kind of service/frequency the heat exchanger requires in a universal 5416 16 hp freshwater cooled diesel engine. The engine is working fine, not overheating or causing any problems, but I want to ensure it keeps working. Our heat exchanger was leaking, so we replaced...

Can someone please tell me the correct reefing hook for this gooseneck? I plan to have double slab reefing Thanks Chris NaplesKayakCompany.com

From: http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/ericson-38-shoal-draft-thoughts-42796.html if anyone wants to answer. -Sven

My A4 engine died after motoring for about half our like it ran out of gas. while troubleshooting the problem I removed the fuel line from the connection after the on/off valve expecting some gas to come out when opening the valve - Nothing! I suspected I had about 13Gal left in the tank (15...

We anchor out quite often, sometimes in difficult conditions, so our process needs to be as smooth and foolproof as possible. We have a problem because the 1/2" nylon line is attached to the chain with a thimble that measures about 2" and this is too big to ride smoothly on the anchor...

Ok, for the life of me I can not remember if our boat has an anchor storage compartment on the front of the boat????? I searched all of my photos and didn't see one, can someone help me out.

Am about to step mast back into my e38 after rerigging. Stupid, I did not note how the intermediate and upper spreaders feed through spreader. On is fore and the other aft, split by a sacrificial divider. Any ideas? Am planning to step tomorrow am and would prefer not to have to go back up to...

Hi, I washed out the inside of my boat today, I have the whale gusher pump attached in the cockpit. When I pump it, the water in the bilge near the stairs seems to drain fine. The water in the bilge near the v berth and the head doesn't seem to want to drain? There is some sorta device...

I have a pedestal mounted compass. it is a standard YS pedestal but the top 6 or 8 inches is made from teak rings stacked & glued into a column that the compass sets into. I recently noticed that removing the compass is as easy as lifting it out. This surely means something is missing as there...

I am building a sea hood for my 35-2. The mold is ready and I am planning to use some epoxy resin I have left over from another project as laminate material. The problem/ question comes in doing the gel coat. It seems that gel coat only comes in polestar. I know the epoxy is compatible with...

We had a leak of WD-40 on the deck of our Ericson. Any suggestions as to how we can remove the stain from the leak? Also, put a new Universal 23 engine and transmission in our boat. After 175 hours, we had problems with the transmission slipping. Had to replace the transmission. Has anyone...

I am installing my new keel next week and am interested in the pendant line setup. Since my keel fell off, I lost the cable and block assembly. Does anyone know exactly what I should be looking for as far as purchasing the right hardware to make a new pendant line and block assembly? Thanks in...

This may sound like a dumb question but I've been struggling with it for some time. I need to know which way the spreaders on a 39 attach. I think the round edge should face forward with the trailing edge being sharper, but this is because an airplane wing does it that way and may not be the...

Hello All, I'm replacing the stuffing box on my E38 with a new Buck-Algonquin unit. The unit specs 1/4" packing, and in the pic below you will see that I have installed three turns of material into the gland nut. Notice the stop nut on the stuffing box spud. That is how far the gland nut...

A couple of seasons ago when hauling our E32 out for winter the we had some minor damage done to the hull in the area that typically is below the waterline. A pad flipped the wrong way as the boatyard guys were lowering the boat on to the cradle and the post that the pad is attached to created...

Hi folks, I am the new owner of a 1976 E27, (Already have the lingo down!). This is my first sailboat at the age of 46. Can you say mid-life crisis! I have been taking lessons at OCC School of Sailing and Seamanship since November, starting with the 14' Lido, then 30' Shields, and now on a...

Hello All, I'm in the process of R-n-R'ing the 5432 in my E38 with a used engine. In the process of removing the engine several other things are receiving attention including the exhaust system. Currently the exhaust leaves the engine from a 2" OD water mix elbow, travels about 10" of hose...

Greetings all, This is my first post as a new member. I have been looking at a 1970 Ericson 26' for purchase. My sailing experience dates from a long time ago and was not very substantial at that. The boat in question has a slightly wiggly chain plate. It is the most aft plate in a set of...

I'm sorry but I don't know what tis is called, but I need a new one. It's the end of the headsail halyard for the roller furler. The sail attaches to it in the hole and is and is raised with the roundish part in the there is no brand name on the furler. the line is rather ratty and the "thingy"...

I am a newbie so please bear with... I just aquired a 1978 29 foot Ericson In the main cabin in the center (right after you walk down the stairs) their is a small square hatch in the floor. Upon lifting this access area there is what appears to be a rusted/corroded smooth mound with paint...

I bought my E 27 a few weeks ago and have been doing long neglected maintenance. I noticed a hairline crack starting on one of my upper shroud chain plates.The port side chain plates have been partially exposed!,I assume by cutting the fiberglass. The starboard side are all still encapsulated...

Hi, The Universal 5416 16 hp diesel engine on our boat always runs at about 160 degrees--warms gradually to that temperature and stays constant with no apparent fluctuation in the gauge. I do regular maintenance--oil changes, fan belt tension, turn grease cup, change coolant every two years...

I just routed a bamboo cutting board so that it should just fit over one of the sinks with a lip keeping it in place. What I want to do when we've taken it down for a sanity fit on Senta is to also rout a groove around/inside the edge leading to a hole in the board so that water on the...

Getting ready to replace the rope/wire halyards on my E30+ with all rope. I have read a few related threads and was going to go with Sta-Set X. I also considered T-900, but the cost is triple that of Sta-Set X. Any reason not to go with the Sta-Set X? I think 3/8" will be sufficient. I was...

Hi, Our boat has a 1,000 watt inverter. My wife would like to use her 1600 watt hair dryer in the morning. I know it would likely trip the breaker if she uses it while we are at anchor with the inverter on, but would it also trip if we are plugged into 30 amp shorepower, or does that...

Love her but really does not make sense to keep her any more since I have entered a travel phase of life and have moved to Boulder CO to boot. Question. I really don't have the time to find new sails and bring her up to bristol as I could but even though I do not need to squeeze max dollar out...

Hello All, I put 2" - 2" TEAK Rubrails on my 36 RH and used 3 inch screws with 5300 on them through the glassed interior hull/deck joint. Some have failed to stay water tight. I rounded off both edges of a 2 by 2 and dadoed a groove in the back to go over the hull/deck joint flange then bored...

One of the threads talked about interest in plans being downloaded. If someone can tell me how to download files and where they should go - I have some drawings in PDF and DWG format for an e-27 and my e-39 that i've drawn from measurements of my boats. I'd be happy to send them if I knew how...

I just bought my E28 this July and have a charging question. WHen I first start the engine, the ammeter would only show a slight charge. Not putting too much faith in the meter, I took my analog multimeter and tested the batteries with and without the enging rumming and there seeed to be no...

After working fine all season, the presure water is pumping more air than water, both hot and cold. The starboard tank is almost full but I did not check the forward tank. I assume it woud not matter how full or empty that tank is. But of course I could be wrong..........:confused: WHere...

I wondering, when sailing down the coast, WEST Coast, from Puget Sound down Oregan and Cal how far off shore do you sail? also what is the best time of year

I hope someone can help. While I realize my Isomat spar with its NG-1 masthead are not original to Ericson it is what I have. When I replaced my wire/rope halyard a couple of years ago with all rope I ran it the same way as the original was. The wire came out a small opening at the base of the...

Hello All, If you have a Universal 5432/M40 I would like to know the sequence/path of the fuel to the engine. I know the late model M40 has an electric lift pump while the 5432 "should" not. That said, I know "some" M40's have a mechanical pump on the engine, just like my 5432. The fuel...

To avoid a potential tripping problem while boarding my 30+ I am hoping to shift the furling line of my Harken roller furler from starboard to port. Aside from the ergonomics of pulling from the right side verses the left side, I can not see any reason why the furler wouldn’t work just as...

Racor filter question-UPDATED Hello All, There is an old Racor FG200 filter on my E38. Its old but perfectly serviceable, I can still get elements for it so up till now I have had no inclination to change it out. However it started doing something weird. Normally the bowl is completely...

E29 headsail rigging question <hr style="color: rgb(255, 255, 251); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 251);" size="1"> <!-- / icon and title --> <!-- message --> I have a 1976 E29 with a 150% on a roller furler. I also have a 100% jib that i would like to use when the wind...

I have a 1976 E29 with a 150% on a roller furler. I also have a 100% jib that i would like to use when the wind picks up. My question is which genoa track to use for the #3. My shrouds are all the way outboard at the sheer, With the primary track outboard of that. When using the outboard track...

I have the orig 1989 Navtec hydraulic backstay, works fine. This is the first time I've had one on a boat, didn't even know there was a # pressure gauge on it :confused:. My slip partner said you should use between 2,000 & 2,500# pressure. Also...I recently had my standing rigging...

Hi, A couple of my lewmar opening ports are leaking around one of the handles. Lewmar recommends taking the handle apart and lubicating it with slicone grease. Does some one know how to remove the button (See picture) that will allow me to remove the handle? Thanks, Bob

Our boat has early Lewmar self tailing winches (1988) and I am re-lubing them now. The manual indicates that the center shaft should be removed by pulling it straight up and out for cleaning and re-greasing. That shaft can rise, on ours, only until the gear teeth come in contact with the...

I have a functioning Link 5000 Datamarine system. Mentioned in the manual is a L500 Datamarine compass as an option. Does anyone have one to sell? Does anyone know if another electronic compass would work with the L5000? There are only two wires for compass input. Could a Autohelm 4000...

Me again. Another question that goes in some forum, but I'm not sure which, so I'll try here. In my unending quest to find an affordable, mint condition E-35/II :rolleyes:, I was wandering in a local yard a few months back and found one. I went home and looked her up on the documentation...

Hi all, With the risk of offending the purists, I need to replace the stock depth finder on my 1977 E-29, and am considering a Garmin or Humminbird Fishfinder. They are now quite common and have built in functions such as Depth, Water Temp (I dont really care about that), Speed (via GPS) and...

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.

I think I read all battery/charger related threads I could find, but still - nothing beats double checking with you experienced guys before making a move: My E32 battery box (under the quarterberth) currently holds two Group24 batteries, both wet cell, Trojan 'starter' type. One of them died...

I bought a small tube of this (not cheap!) for use when replacing some boom hardware, but haven't used it yet. Does it dry after application or does it remain wet or does it do something in between. The label indicates that it can be painted over. The pop rivets that held the fittings to the...

Hi, I need to hoist my 8 foot walker bay dinghy from the dock onto the foredeck of my boat. I would like to use my spinnaker halyard tied to the bow hook to raise the boat off the dock so I can then swing it over the lifelines onto the foredeck to store it. The dinghy weighs about 70 lbs...

if I detension the starboard side shrouds to rebed the chainplate, will I throw the whole rig out of tune? Is there a best way to do this?

Hi, We recently purchased a pretty beat up 1972 E27. We know that there is water getting into the deck and seeping down into the cabin at the chainplates. The not so reputable inspector thought the chainplates looked OK but upon my husband's closer inspection they look like they have some...

My tachometer has suddenly started to act funny. When I start the engine the tach goes up to about 3,000 RPM, even though I'm probably at like 1,500. It eventually calms down after a couple of minutes and begins to read true. Any ideas on what might be causing this.

I currently have a pair of Lewmar 40 self-tailers as my primaries, and I'm looking for a second set of winches to have a pair close to the wheel for singlehanding and to use as spinnaker winches. Despite combing the swap meets, looking on ebay, and contacting several congignment stores, I can't...

Hi All. I've noticed when we use our faucets in the galley or head, the water pump cycles on and off every 2 seconds. I understand there is a tube which holds some air pressure to reduce the need to cycle on and off all the time. How can I troubleshoot this to see if a failure here is the...

Hi guys. New owner and new to the forums.:egrin: Although I've sailed and raced for many years, I am now the proud owner of my first boat, a '69 Ericson26'. Let's just say the price was right and it came with a trailer that's in great shape. The boat is in astonishingly good shape in some...

The owners of this model all seem to love 'em. We have been aboard several of these and also a Mk1 version with the traditional layout. We have been tempted several times to pull the trigger on a 38/200 purchase, but the thing that stopped us cold was the mini-nav table, where you face aft...

Mechanic working on my a4 says the bearing is worn. In his words it's shot. I know he's very overly cautious, and I appreciate that. BUT, I really want to FINALLY get her wet and begin sailing! (she's on jacks currently) He insures me that if I don't fix it (as I'm inclined to wait until...

I have owned my 1972 E 27 for 4 years now. I was doing some work on the boat last weekend, had my camera on board and decided it was time to ask. This may be dumb.. but... The dinette table has an approx 3 inch folding 'extension' attached to the main table. It is made of the same material and...

I rebuilt one of the self tailing winches on the E30+ last weekend. (Figured I'd start with one in case I screwed it up somehow!) It was actually much easier than I expected, despite the amount of crud I found in there. The winch is a Barient 19 and I did have one question. Under the clamp...

I would appreciate some help in locating the wiring connections for the lights on the mast (deck, steaming and anchor) at the mast base. None of these lights work on my 1984 E30+, and the bulbs look ok (I know that's no guarantee), but there is no power at the bulbs, so I'm thinking it may be...

Hi folks, three of us went sailing this afternoon in the South Pugent Sound with an uncharacteristicly constant 12 knot wind, when someone came up with an interesting topic for discussion: "a thru hull seacock 4 feet below the waterline is left open...the water coming into the boat has a...

My inverter has three inputs on the DC side: positive, negative, and ground. The manual says: Connect the Ground Cable to the appropriate location below: a. If this unit is mounted within a vehicle with a grounded metal chassis, attach the Ground Cable to a nearby location on the chassis...

Hi, I'm considering buying a boat in San Diego on craisgslist that is being offered with a transfer of mooring at Shelter Island. I'm actually interested in the mooring rather than the boat? I was wondering if anybody had any experience with such a transaction, especially in San Diego Harbor...

so....what type of winch are these? is there a winch handle used, the slot on top is sort of a sidewase "affair" w/no winch "hole" in the top...i am guessin' no handles are used....are these hard to find? and lastly...aprox how much would you guess a replacement would run?...thanx !! ( maybe i...

question for folks w/a e23 trailer and lunching expierence.....our gmc truck will require a extension or chain or some sort of device to allow the trailer to be backed down aprox 10 - 15 feet further into the water than it sits hooked up to the trailer hitch ( in the towing config ) ... i was...

Question: Is there any information within the ‘community’ regarding a mid boom main sheet? My previous boat, an E35 MKII had end boom sheeting with very trick hardware and very nice to operate. My ‘new boat’, an E38-200 has factory stock original mid boom sheeting. The end boom sheeting was...

I just purchased a 1977 E25 Centerboard, #355, and want to work on sprucing up the interior. All the brightwork below seems to be varnished, (bulkheads, drawers, lockers, steps, etc.) They all seem to have original finishes on them, and are getting ugly looking.(not scratched or damaged, just a...

Volvo MS Transmission Question I asked an oldtimer (read: experienced) mobile Volvo marine mechanic if the MS transmission could be used in reverse for extended periods of time...the intent being to replace my left hand propellor with a right hand one, and just run in reverse. His answer...

Hello all, I took Sadie out for a 80 mile cruise a week or two ago and one of my volunteering crew members asked a question I could not answer. "So how much did your 1976 e35 cost new?"... uh...er... I finally said "I dunno... good question. After viewing and sailing other boats her size and...

I am replacing the old deck fill as part of the fuel tank and fill hose replacement project. I note that there are caps that do not require a special tool to open, like the "toggle cap." From the product description: "Toggle cap deck fills have a handle in the flush cap for convenient removal...

Asked this in another thread but thought it might be better on it's own: On my 30+ there are three small bilge compartments in the cabin sole. The one in the middle has a bilge pump in it, but because of the small space it doesn't sit all the way at the bottom, so there is always about 1" of...

Is there any standard as far as where the line lifter is positioned on a self-tailing winch? Is it different for port or starboard winches?

OK, I'm one of the SF oil spill casualties, not a major thing for Sea Quest, and we'll have her cleaned ASAP. The question is though, since her bottom had been painted a few days before launch (Trinidad SR) and the launch occurred exactly one day before the accident, and I'm told that she'll...

Hi, First post, Is the ericson 41 keel or deck stepped?

I know there are some 25's CB's out there that people have added a third window similar to the 25+,27, 29's. My question is what size have you added or have on your boat? I want it to be propotionate to the main cabin lights. I know one light will be in the head and opposite, above the...

OK anyone know where to get the slides for the little window curtain rails? Guessing these might be right but figured I'd check to see if anyone else has found a source for these...