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    Hello all!

    Hello Caveman! Love your intro and as I read it, I thought, red flags all over the place! (Just teasing, or am I?) I agree with a bunch of people on this thread that you should sail. I understand not wanting to be a mechanic, but electric seems far more complicated than just sticking with what...
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    E32-3: Brightwork, Remove the Handrails?

    I'd leave in place. Sand down and use teak cleaner. Teak brightener (Starbrite) is also nice. Sand. Seal (interlux makes a good product). Varnish (4 times minimum; 7 is a good number). Regarding the underside, nothing wrong with a sponge nor foam. Careful with the tape or you'll have adhesive...
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    Is the choice re-gelcoat or paint?

    Thank you! I am still in the rabbit hole, but am going to emerge soon with a decision. The weather just got warm this week and I feel like blowing off my paid job to worship my boat. Of course, I need to work to pay for all of this boat worship.
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    Is the choice re-gelcoat or paint?

    I know this is at least the millionth gel coat question, but NONE answer my questions. I have an ugly topside, but more importantly, the gelcoat is original from 1973 and has washed off to reveal black/gray in many places. I am definitely going to do something and that is why I am asking: should...
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    WEBCAMS of Member Home Ports

    There is no webcam where I keep my boat in the water, but here is the one for the Marina where I hauled out to replace some gate valves and fight the crust that are barnacle rings in preparation for bottom paint. Maryland Marina, Middle River, MD...
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    I need a good source for a used but working outboard

    This is useful. It makes me wonder if the 6hp that gc_sailor has will be enough to push my E29 out of my creek.
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    I need a good source for a used but working outboard

    Somehow I missed the 6hp. What size boat did you use it on?
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    I need a good source for a used but working outboard

    A 9.9 hp with a long shaft should be fine.
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    I need a good source for a used but working outboard

    I am down here in the Chesapeake with a poorly installed 30hp outboard and I'd like to replace it with a more manageable size. Cost is a factor, but so is getting a good working motor (so used before new). I am hoping someone has a good recommendation between Delaware and Annapolis. Craigslist...
  10. Broke[n] and Bleeding - Leaks and Teak and Disassembling the Atomic 4

    E29 Broke[n] and Bleeding - Leaks and Teak and Disassembling the Atomic 4

    I have bled, my toe may be broken, I am probably broke and repairing the teak companionway hatch has been a form of torture. I still haven’t started on the varnish yet! But first, the portlight. I removed the forward portlight on the port side after spending what must have been weeks worried...
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    Interior Cushion Re-upholstery

    A little late, but if you haven't started your project, here's my experience (in Maryland). I am paying around $4800 to replace all of my cushions and foam on my E29. The foam is 1K, fabric 1500, and labor 2K. My upholsterer works on RVs and homes, so a boat is new to her. But she came aboard...
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    New Ericson 27 owner

    Hi Kimozi! Congratulations on getting into sailing. I just purchased a 1973 E29 and am working on the upgrades. You came to the right forum because there is a ton of expertise here. As for me, I will share what I have been advised to do: Safety before beauty! Aside from your decision to upgrade...
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    Old Sailing Movie Now on Amazon Prime

    Ugh! But does it show him rebedding hardware? Because I would really get a lot of pleasure from watching that. And romance...obviously the boat overwhelmed him, so he sought a distraction. He should have stayed focused! I may put this movie on while I flush out the freshwater today (using my...
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    Finally ready to sail 2020

    Gorgeous! Enjoy your sail! I'm about a month behind on my own boat, so I'll be living vicariously until then.
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    Window / Portlight repair or replace

    I am.working on this right now and have been struggling, so I came back here and reread your post. Bravo! That was hard work! I have to go home and get some different tools and acetone. I foolishly didnt buy it because the line to get into home depot has been so long. I may end up purchasing...
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