restoring

I just purchased a 1970 E29. Except for soap and water and a little engine work, the boat appears to be in pretty good shape. Sails included. Does anyone know where to find replacement globes for the cabin light fixtures? The cabin cushions are pretty tattered and need to be recovered. Any...

:esad::confused::egrin: Just joined the group and could use some info/advice. Have learned a tremendous amount already from past posts so thanks much for the history and folks who contribute to and maintain this site! This 23 is a fixed keel that has been on the hard for 10+ years. Not sure of...

We finally got the work started to fix the plugs for the E39 portholes which show up on the E39B, removing an unsightly TV and cable connector from the outside of the hull (!!), and the restoration of a more traditional Ericson blue color. When the craftsman dug into the plug hiding the...

My leaky portlights have caused a lot of streaking and mildew in the surrounding woodwork. I had been speaking to a bunch of friends about techniques for cleaning up the wood and need some input. One friend recommended a combination of scraping ( using a utility knife blade) and oxialic acid to...

The title says it all. I have a lead on a 22' trailered boat that has sat for the last 10 years beside a barn in Ohio and has not been maintained. It needs to have a complete refurbish inside - new wood, new cabinets, the whole nine yards. I am told it is a 1980-era 22' Bayliner and...

I am restoring an Ericson 27. I am just getting started, but thought some might want to see the progress & other info about the boat. I have started a "blog" on it with lots of photos, you can see it here: http://www.helpmenetwork.com/boat%2Dweb%2Dblog/projects.html If anyone has any info...