Recent content by Gary Filgate

Welcome and congratulations on your 35-3! I have a 1988 hull 271. You will love how fast and nimble they are.

I'm one of the lucky ones. The Yacht Club is 30 minutes away, 40 minutes in traffic. My mooring is a 4 minute dinghy ride and the boat yard is 15 minutes. I had a Grampian 26 on a trailer for twenty years, and got spoiled keeping it in the driveway during the off season. I must admit that I was...

I use the 3M 2080EL Edge Lock. It is easy to remove, does not let paint seep (when edge is firmly set), and does not leave residue. Most hardware stores carry this but..........it is expensive!! Easily recognizable as the interior label is orange and blue, and Edge Lock with 2080EL is printed on...

Hi Dave. I have a 1988 35-3 #271. I'm down in Portsmouth, NH., and am planning a trip up your way this summer. It would be nice to sail with another 35-3 as there are not many in New England. Gary

Thanks!

Hello, I just came across your post on the Ericson owners forum on rebuilding the Navtec Series 7-10 back stay tensioner. Your post was excellent - Thanks! I am a part time machinist and am interested in the pictures you have of the nut remover you fabricated, and any other helpful advise you...