Recent content by Shaggy

Howdy, David - One of many threads on the subject including my experience several posts in... https://ericsonyachts.org/ie/threads/e-38-fuel-tank.13249/#post-92348 Long story short, I only had to cut a small corner off to get the tank through the companionway. Had the new tank built to that...

Hi, Marie - That certainly does appear to be steam in the exhaust. Hopefully it is symptomatic of one of the more minor causes mentioned above. However, you may want to check a couple more things before running the engine again: When was the last time the engine oil was changed? Have you...

My Fuel Tank Fun... Howdy, Kevin - I posted on here about replacing my E38 fuel tank a couple of years ago, but curiously can't find the thread now. I strongly recommend replacing the tank instead of patching. A new tank will buy you 25+ years of usage. If you patch, it could spring...

The book is great...!! The book, "In the Heart of the Sea," by Nathaniel Philbrick, is absolutely fantastic. Thoroughly researched and documented, this is truly a gripping and fascinating tale of survival against tremendous odds. I highly recommend the read. Will be interesting to see what...

Let me know if you would like me to email that old YS catalog PDF to you...! Curt

48"...? Howdy, Steve - Are you sure that is a 48" wheel...? The old YS catalog PDF I found shows 40" to be their largest...? I am no expert, though.... I believe their 1" diameter straight shaft wheels were standard and interchangeable. Current Edson replacements are made in both 3/4" and...

Hey there, Skabeeb - If you end up having to replace the tranny, be sure to order the new one with the same exact gear ratio as your current one. Long story short... Boatyard goons managed to crack the case on my perfectly good, 2-yr-old transmission. Evidently they were whacking the prop...

Looks Great! Love the name! Care to share its origin...? Cheers!

Here's a link to the homepage of this new company: http://www.lightsquared.com/ Near the bottom of the page under "What the Industry Experts are Saying" they mention stimulus $$$, etc. No wonder the FCC was so quick to approve their plan. Wonderful... I've experienced firsthand the...

Howdy, Greg - I've never tried grabbing and moving the rudder with my E-38 on the hard. However, helm is light and spins pretty freely at the dock. While under weigh (just finished reading Two Years Before the Mast :)) the helm remains light and balanced...as long as I have the sail plan...

Howdy, Zoran - Sorry I took so long getting back to you. My propane bottle is the 10# model from Lite Cylinder Company. The tank measures approximately 9.5" in diameter and 17" tall. The propane lockers on my E-38 will accomodate a tank with a max diameter of 11" and max height of 17"...

Happy with mine Howdy, Zoran - I replaced the (gasp!) rusty, steel propane tank the previous owner left for me with a composite tank. I believe it was from Lite Cylinder but can't remember if it was the 10# or 20# tank. I will be on the boat for the next several days and will try to post...

Howdy, Mark - Don't have any parts for you, but I was able to pick up some obscure parts and get technical help for my aging Princess propane stove from the original manufacturer, Seaward Products. Here's a link: http://www.seawardproducts.com/ They were friendly and helpful on the...

Bill - This was the shower faucet I bought along with the showerhead. http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/chrome-finish-shower-valve/3995 Again, it was a straightforward installation (always good for me). You can access the back of the faucet through the opening vanity mirror. Shaggy

The showerhead came complete with hose, but I believe I had to buy the wall-mounted holder separately. (It shows up as an accessory on the same web page) Shower works great! It is miserly with water but puts out a nice strong shower flow. The holder even keeps it hung on the wall during a...