Recent content by johnrkay

I installed a “poor man’s bimini“ (removable) on my E-26. I have a tiller and split backstay. It works well as long as I’m sitting down to steer.

Thanks Christian. I’m dealing with two problems. One is the odour caused by oil and whatever else is accumulated in the hidden areas. The other problem is that water routinely collects in this area. There is enough space in the hidden areas for about a half gallon of water to accumulate before...

Thanks Alan. Your bilge configuration is similar to mine. I have a combination of water, oil and other gunk in the area under the TGAF. The only access is through the small holes. I’ve been debating whether to cut a hole and install a small bilge pump in the middle bilge to remove the water that...

Does anyone have experience cleaning the area beneath the bilge and the TGAF on an E26-2 (1986)? The boat has a bad case of boat breath. There is oil, water and probably a lot of other gunk in that area. The only access is through the two limber holes. I want to scrub and dry the area. I’m also...

Does anyone have experience with changing the fresh water hose from the tank to the galley sink on an E26 (1985)? I recently installed a new galley foot pump and haven't been able to clear air out of the line. I suspect the hose has small leaks somewhere but I haven't been able to trace the path...