Recent content by JacknRose

Seth, I don't think you know that the original chainplates were glassed into the inside the hull and that they were never tied in to a bulkhead. The loads were never originally transferred to the bulkheads on the 27! My modification hasn't changed anything with the original design apart from...

Seth. I had my port upper chainplate snap due to corrosion and metal fatigue. I have fitted the new chainplates to the hull sides using the horizontal part of the glassed in chainplate as the backing plate. Now she is as tough as a tank!

Hi Loren, I have read that whole thread and will be following the install that was carried out. I just need the answer to the clevis pin issue. Thanks!

Can anyone tell me the size of the holes in the six chainplates for the clevis pins that hold the turnbuckles ona 79 E27? Thanks!!!!!

Hi All, I am changing the location of all six chainplates to the outside of the hull and need some advice. The plates I am using have 1/2" clevis pin holes and I and I am pretty sure that the standard, and size of my clevis pins on the end of the turnbuckles, is 3/8" (Not yet confirmed)...

Doug, this has nothing to do with this thread. I am trying to private message you in reply your messahe to me but I cannot send as your message file is full. Please delete some so I can message you or you can contact me at stxboats@gmail.com. Thanks. Jack

We are on St Croix! No....what is a Cowhorn? Thanks for the info!

Hey Todd, thanks for the info. I already have storage cut outs and they are real handy. Nice looking yellow 27 you have there! Will get some of my girl on here soon. Cheers! Jack

Looking to buy some new battens, or even make some for my E27. Any suggestions, Ericsonites?

Hi All! Glad to be a part of this fine community after purchasing a very tidy 79 E27. Her settee backs are missing and I want to make some new ones. Does anybody know what the backing material (ie marine ply) is? How do the backs stay in place underway? Also....what is the best adhesive to use...