Recent content by Rhicke

YS Pedistal Dal, That's great. I'll try a patch job until then but really need to replace it. Let's work it out on your return. Thanks Robert

Just emailed them. Thanks Todd.

YS Part Do you still have the YS pedistal for sale? I need the part to which the gear shifter and throttle attach. The round "pot mettle" segment that hold it all in place. I can send a photo to you but I can't get it to attach to this thread. Thanks, Robert

Thanks Guy I did a poor job describing it. I'm told the part is "pot mettle" and the broken piece is just part of a much larger part. It the entire part into which the throttle and gear shifter attach. Here is a photo (if it attaches), Robert

My gear shift mechanism broke inside Sea Bjorn's, E30+, binnacle tube. It's a plastic part in the shaft where the wheel meets the inside of the binnacle. It's the part that sends both the transmission (port) and throttle (starboard) controls down the binnacle. Anyone have an idea on how to...

I am buying a 1980 E30 Plus with the 16 hp Universal. Seller is providing a new prop at haul out but I'll have some input on the selection. It will not be a folding or feathering prop. I'd thing a two blade would be better to limit drag. Any suggestions as to what works well? Thanks, Robert

I am in the process of buying a 1980 Ericson 30 Plus in San Pedro. It's time to get a surveyor. The seller's broker recommended Gary Beck, Matt Shulz and Clark Barthol. Another broker suggested Rick Gorman. Any recommendations among the four or others in the OC, South LA County area? Thanks...

I am closing in on buying a 1980 Ericson 30 Plus. The boat looks good other than some cosmetic issues and suits my needs well. Of course I will get a survey but would love to hear from owners about the boat in general and any trouble spots to look out for before buying. Thanks, Rhicke