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I plan on haulling out my E29 this spring. I'm new to this. I've got everything planned as much as possible, but I expect plenty of unpleasant surprises. My major worry is the mast. The wires diappear in the cabin overhead. What can I expect when the mast comes off? are there connections or...

Note that the "Announcement" at the top of each forum page now shows a message asking for your support to pay the site costs for another year. Payment is quite easy - by PayPal or by mailing a check. Amount is up to you. :cool: So, for all the times throughout the year when you tuned in and...

http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252605 After reading thru this longish thread it seems like something that would provide thoughtful reading for our Raftup Forum. ;) Being retired I spend coffee-drinking time, 3 mile walks, and evening sails with an age group ranging (roughly) from...

We had the big one professionally done because it involved gelcoat work. We now have the 7 small ones to do and this weekend we'll tackle the first one, the one in the cockpit. We'll augment the NFM instructions with those at...

If you are familiar with the 35-II's handling I really could use some of the groups collective wisdom. Thanks. I have spent the last 5 years slowly rehabbing our 1976 35-II (electrical, plumbing, deck re-core, standing & running rigging are finally done) and it is now time to replace the...

Obligatto is now 24 yrs young and she's getting a smile in the front of the hull keel joint. we've decided to move her to the coast and this needs to be addressed. so its keel time in real time. She does have her own cradle so a stand can be fabricated to steady. the keel. Does the mast need...

Kathy and I have decided to move aboard. Our plan is to live aboard for a couple of years and then do an extended cruise. Unfortunately our 35-3 does not suit our needs for this type of endeavor.

Well, I finally hauled Cordelia for the season today:esad:. I have some projects to work on this winter but that will have to keep me going until spring. Maybe I'll launch in April or even March next year. I will have to wait to see how the winter goes. Projects include: - Gelcoat chip...

We just sailed our E38 under the Gate after a 3-week trip down the coast from Newport, OR. Anyone wanting to share stories or drinks in the cockpit, we'll be at Schoonmaker Point for a few days before continuing south. What a wonderful place to sail. You folks are lucky!

The DockFather sez I don't get to go to the Channel Islands without Radar cause it can get Wicked Foggy UP there :cool: Will be looking for ChartPlotter / GPS / FishFinder / Radar System. Well....is it RayMarine or Foruno ? I am leaning Foruno :confused: Happy Navigating :egrin: :egrin:

Hi All, seems we're well under way for another gorgeous season on the Chesapeake. In keeping with the past two years, shall we do a 4th annual raftup sometime this June? Let's get our dates out as soon as possible if there is interest, and I can coordinate with SpinSheet to get our event listed.

My 1985 E32 is equipped with the original Kenyon mast with the standard luff track, the sail is fitted with white plastic guides. The problem is it takes an inordinate amount of effort to raise the mainsail. Once it is up it will not drop independently it requires one to pull it down. I've been...

I'm looking at a 69' E32 that's basic topsides, clean below, but hasn't been hauled from fresh water in 8 or 9 years. Owner says he's dove on it and found a pretty clean bottom ?!$* and never had any blistering, but I'm concerned. If Iget to the survey stage, what particulars might we look...

I need to climb my mast. I got a bunch of things I need to do aloft, but I've never done this before. The boat has a bosun's chair in a storage locker, never used it, don't know how to do so safely. Is there someone in the San Pedro area who could give me a hand? Jeff?

Like the rest of you, we are about to splash again for the (short) season. How about better communication this season on possible destinations or our favorite weekend spots, etc... -Just in case we're in the neighborhood, we could swing by. Just a thought? Steve e35-3 #159:nerd:

I stepped my mast for the first time with the tabernacle or hinge step plate that I built from the drawings shown in the E27 and partially in the E29 manual (this is stated for the 27 and 29 on the drawing). I should have sold tickets at the club for watching, there was a large crowd there to...

It is time to replace my house battery (29). I have been told that it may be a good idea to go with two 6 volt golf cart bats. Thus providing more amp hours? I currently have two 29's, one for house, the other for starting. The largest demand is in the summer for the house with the refer...

Talk Like A Pirate Day be upon us again, me hearties. And ag'in, 'round a fortnight follerin' there's ye old Buccaneer Days at Two Harbors, Catalina Island. 'Tis the season. Yarr!

I got my "new-to-me" e-25 to her new home last Saturday morning....mast up and boom on. We spent the rest of the weekend cleaning her up. Tomorrow I will attempt to rig the sails....my first time. I hope to get some help and/or advice from some other members at our sailing club, but if not...

I got in my first overnight cruise this past weekend. Sunday, I sailed from Rock Creek to Swan Creek to get a good view of the Perseid meteorites. The sail was very nice despite having a southeasterly wind. Swan Creek was as nice as ever; beautiful breeze, no mosquitos. I saw 12 or so...

1971 E29 in very good condition (#129). Lying Barker's Island Marina, Superior, WI. Roller furling jib, asymetrical spinaker, main, 2nd jib. Tiller with autopilot, new knot meter, depth, Loran, GPS, VHF, Atomic 4 engine with new stainless exhaust riser, refurbished dodger completely...

well some of you would remember that we asked you alot of questions after buying our ericson last sept. this is chip.... we finally got most of the needed remodeling done,,,got the halyard unstuck from the top of the mast,,put on new halyards, etc...we also ...dont know how to sail :) so...

Well... after many posts and questions, I am proud to report that our mast was FINALLY stepped today. After wading through the deluge of rain we have had and extended flooding, we had our mast stepped today. She really looks great! The next step is to get our rigging figured out. My...

Just in case you missed me posting this the previous three years, here is a cool event you should do. Single handed or double-handed. Flying sails or non-flying sails. May 6 sail from Seattle to Port Townsend. Party like rock starts in PT, with awards and a catered meal and drinks. May 7...

I am a real newbe to asymetrical spinakers/genakers whatever. The application will be on our newly purchased 1984 35-3. I have lots of questions and look forward to any guidance from all you Ericson guru's out there. My wife and I sail (normally short handed) on Lake Pend Oreille in North...

The number and variety of new sail designs is STAGGERING! I'd like to upgrade the mainsail and add a 135% genoa to my inventory for an Ericson 28+ and I am in the process of receiving quotes and ideas from numerous lofts. The sailing I do is mostly daysailing, some racing and weekend...

WE'RE HEADING TO THE ISTHMUS AREA THE 13th THRU THE 22nd IF ANYONE IS COMING OVER STOP BY AND SAY HELLO... I GUESS YOU CAN TELL THE NAME OF OUR BOAT BUT WITHOUT THE 2.:cheers: :thepaw: :thepaw:

I've logged on this web site at least 10 times in the last two days and have seen no new posts. I guess the big winter storm in the rest of the country is keeping everyone away from their boats. i thought I would post this just so I could see a yellow light bulb! Jim of the Doldrums

AT THE ISTHMUS THE 26TH TILL THE 28TH LETS GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE CAN BE REACHED AT [email]noproblemo3@wmconnect.com