Recent content by Ronnie

Hi Dave, Thanks for the info. Yes, every time I tell someone in the boating community that I bought an Ericson, I am told that I have purchased a great vessel. Ericson really has a solid name and is revered as a strong seaworthy boat. Originally, I was going to buy a Hunter, and the seller...

Hi Martin, Yes, thanks for the input. I have heard the same about Ventura boatyard. I will definitely pay them a visit. I have pictures of the bottom, so I will get an estimate before I even have it hauled out again. Ronnie

HI Jeff, Thanks for the info. I already contacted Ullman and they are making my sail. And I definitely will try West Marine, as I have a pretty big wish list. The boatyard I was dealing with was Anacapa and the other one was Channel Islands. I have had no experience with Channel Islands so I...

Hi Loren, I wish i could say that is all they quoted me; unfortunately, it is double that amount. Here it tends to be more expensive. There is extra prep work involved. I am taking it out of the boat yard tomorrow, and the other boatyard has given me their estimate. I plan to use the boat...

Where can I locate a manual or emergency tiller, i have nothing in case the wheel steering goes out? Please help. Oh and who does anyone suggest for a new mainsail, especially in the ventura area? Reasonable.;)

:boohoo: I just purchased a 30+ Ericson and the surveyor told me I would need new bottom paint. The survey states a prep and bottom paint. Well I have since had it hauled out and the boat yard says I need a new bottom, period. To the tune of $3600.00. Do I have any recourse against the...