Ericson 33RH for sale - Portland, OR

[FONT=Calibri, sans-serif][FONT=Times New Roman, serif]Fellow Vikings!
Yes, this exceptionally well equipped, and rare, Ron Holland designed Ericson 33RH is definitely for sale. Built in 1984, she's spent the last 23 years in the fresh water of the Columbia river in Portland, Oregon. Just came out of the yard early this year with a fresh bottom and routine out-of-the-water maintenance.
This fractionally rigged and rare Ericson is notable as being a true dual purpose boat that is at home on a race course as it is for extended cruising with the family. Very well equipped for ease of sail handling when racing, or sailing short handed, and for comfortable cruising. This fine boat will be going into brokerage late this month - a private sale would save brokerage fees and be a better deal for both the buyer and seller. Asking $25,000.

Contact: Mike Oxborrow - (503) 652-1549 - mikeox@centurylink.net

Here's some info on this fine craft:

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[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]ERICSON 33 RH – J. P. Foolish – Hull # 25 - Sail # 87807 (updated 10/03/2017)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Changes - Improvements – Maintenance – Upgrades[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]SUMMARY OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHANGES:[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added engine hour meter (1994 or 1995?)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added dedicated starting battery and separate battery switch[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Replaced house batteries (2 – 12 volt) with two 6 volt Trojan T-125[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif] 240+ amps at 20 hours – 488 minutes at 25 amps[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Replaced analog voltmeter in DC panel with digital E-Meter[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added West Marine 20 amp battery charger[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif] (currently charges house battery only!)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]DC Main breaker added to DC panel[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]AC Panel up-graded with two pole main breaker[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Convenience outlets protected with a GFI duplex outlet[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Replaced OEM alternator with identical re-built unit w/o internal regulator[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif] (original alternator kept on boat as emergency spare – under quarter berth)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added Cruising Equipment Co. external alternator regulator (installed under sink)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added Sony Cassette Stereo unit (has aux input & external amp output)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added external amp for cockpit speakers[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Replaced OEM lights at Nav Table and main cabin with new LED units [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif] (3 light levels + red night light– touch controlled)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Replaced bulbs in two main cabin spot light with LED replacement units[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added two halogen reading lights in forward vee berth area[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Light fixture in head replaced with dual switched fixture with white and red bulbs[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]NEXUS INSTRUMENT SYSTEM[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]- incrementally added to over many years. The Nexus system in now owned by Garmin. Garmin has updated and improved the product line and they've made it possible to integrate old system components (Nexus/ComNav) with their new instrument system components. [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]There are currently 9 instrument displays: 1 Multi display at Navigation Table, 2 Multi displays in cockpit on cabin bulkhead (1 P & 1 S), [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]1 digital wind display in cockpit on cabin bulkhead (P), [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]1 analog wind display in cockpit on cabin bulkhead (S), [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]1 GPS display in cockpit on cabin bulkhead (S), [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]1 autopilot display in cockpit on cabin bulkhead (P), [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]1 multi display on custom mount on pedestal guard at wheel, [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]1 tactical compass display on custom mount on pedestal guard at wheel. [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Instrument system inputs: [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Wind speed and direction (@ masthead), [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Boat speed , [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]DC Volts. [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Autopilot system: The boat had an Autohelm system installed and operational when purchased from the 1[SUP]st[/SUP] owner. The Autopilot control head was a portable unit to be mounted in the cockpit when the autopilot was to be used. As the Nexus networked instrument system evolved, a Nexus autopilot control unit was added to operate the Autohelm drive mechanism on the wheel. The Autohelm drive unit is now operated by the Nexus system. The system can steer to a compass heading, to a wind angle, or to a waypoint. A Nexus Autopilot display and control head in mounted on the port cabin bulkhead. A wired remote control is also included.[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL RIGGING CHANGES AND UPGRADES:[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Turning blocks at base of mast replaced with Garhaur bearing blocks[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Boom Vang: 2 to 1 plus 8 to 1 tackle double lead to both sides of cabin top for effective 32 to 1 [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Spinnaker pole down haul double lead to both sides of cabin top (effective 2 to 1)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Spinnaker pole topping lift re-rigged with 2 to 1 tackle[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]OEM Traveler replaced with Harken “Big boat” system[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Traveler controls upgraded to 5 to 1 – continuous line – can be worked from either side of cockpit or side deck [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]OEM Genoa cars replaced with Garhaur ball baring cars with controls lead to cockpit[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]OEM Genoa cars relocated to toe rail track (for reaching)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Main Sheet System – OEM replaced with custom Harken 10 to 1 / 5 to 1 two speed one-of-a-kind Custom system[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Spinnaker “Tweaker” riggng added – controlled from cockpit[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added Light weight spinnaker sheets (in addition to regular sheets)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Added lines for Lazy Sheet & Lazy Guy (needed if doing a dip pole jibe)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Replaced main halyard sheave at mast head with Harken bearing block[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Installed Strong Trak on mast & Strong Trak slugs on both the 1984 & 1991 main sails[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Hydraulic Backstay adjuster[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Harken Roller furling system[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]SAIL INVENTORY
Currently on boat:
Main Sail – 1991 UK
Note: Extensively re-cut (in 2014) to flatten, shorten foot by 12”, and add 2 + 2 batten system.
Sail has good shape and is in good condition.
Genoa – 130+% - 2008 Banks Sails – Mylar with taffeta – on Harken roller furling system.
Spinnaker – 1984 UK ¾ oz – Tri-Radial - red, white & blue –
Installed in UK Spinnaker sock/stasher in a rail launch bag
Additional sails that go with boat
Spinnaker – 1998 – North ¾ oz – Grape, Mango & Fusicha (in turtle bag)
Spinnaker – (old & faded) – ½ oz (in turtle bag)
Spinnaker “Dazy” (Spinnaker stay sail) 1984? (in launch bag)
#4 jib – 85% - 1994 - North Sails w/sail bag (never used)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]#3 jib 110% - Dacron 1984 – UK w/sail bag
#2 Genoa – 140% Dacron 1984 UK w/sail bag
RF Genoa – 1996 – Mylar - North Sails w/sail bag
Main sail – 1984 – Dacron - UK w/sail bag[/FONT]


[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Canvas:
Sunbrella covers for forward and mid cabin Lewmar hatches
Sunbrella cover for main hatch
Sunbrella cover for wheel in cockpit
Winch covers for all six (6) winches
Dodger - top new 2017 - has HD zippers -
Front windshield, side curtains and back curtains – all with snap on sun covers.
Dodger frame folds down out of the way easily and/or can be easily removed
Bimini - Sunbrella – erects and removes easily (HD zippers)
Bimini frame folds back out of the way and/or can be removed.
Cockpit awning - Sunbrella - fits over the boom and can be attached to front of Bimini
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[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]SAFETY GEAR
Automatic strobe light
USCG approved flares
Bell
Fire Extinguishers – 2 recently certified, 1 other
Life Sling & mounting bracket
Horseshoe Buoy (on stern rail)
Five PFD's (in yellow West Marine bag) like new but do not have USCG label
Boat Hook
Two flotation cushions
Jim Boy Man Overboard pole
Radar reflector
Emergency Tiller
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[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]INTERIOR & Other[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Webasto diesel forced air furnace – thermostat controlled[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Interior cushions replaced – new foam – new fabric[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Cabin fan[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Four forward (smaller) portlights replaced with opening portlights (w/screens)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Lee Cloths under settees[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Force 10 propane stove – 2 burner w/oven – remote shut off & sniffer[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Documentation and manuals for virtually all systems & componets[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Universal Engine operating Manual and Parts Manual[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Max Prop – 2 blade 16” : (original folder kept as spare)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Spares: OEM Alternator. Filters, miscellaneous parts too numerous to list[/FONT]

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I admit I cza't spell

Loren's already taken me to task for my spelling faux paus, so that's done!
And... I learned something, thanks to Cristian! Post can be edited!

Hi Mike, can you post pics of interior and exterior, the more the better, so we can see this fine boat.
Thanks,
Frank

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Here's some pics - seems I don't have any of the interior handy - will take some and post later. I'm out of town until 10/19. Mike

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Hi Mike,

Beautiful boat! Im new to sailing and I don’t quite understand the rigging upgrades. Could you explain the pros and cons of the changes?

Also, how is 33 compared to 32-3 in terms of cruising and storage capacity? Water tank capacity? Shower?

Thanks!

More on the 33

Here's the specs from the Broker's sales sheet from when I purchased the boat in 1994:
LOA - 33' 6"
Beam 11' 2"
Draft - 5' 11"
Disp. - 9500 lbs
Ballast - 3950 lbs
Fuel - 40 gals
water - 43 gals
Holding tank - (est.) 20 gals
Equipped for cruising and racing; rod standing rigging; 4 regular and 2 self-tailing Barient winches; tapered aluminum double spreader spar stepped on keel; spinnaker pole; mainsheet traveler; backstay adjuster. Mechanical Equipment, engine: Fresh water cooling system, approc 0.5 - 0.7 gals/.hr fuel consumption; T-cockpit; 42" destroyer wheel steering one full turn fullport to full starboard; raised helm seat; feathering "Max" prop; rudder is foam cored, steel reinforced with a 3 1/2" s/s shaft.Cockpit controls.
REMARKS: This boat is a combination of a great Ron Holland design and Ericson building quality with lots of interior teak. She is very comfortable to cruise and yet is a very competitive club racer.

"I don’t quite understand the rigging upgrades. Could you explain the pros and cons of the changes?" Not sure how to answer this question. Using the mainsheet and traveler system as an example, the 10 to 1/5 to 1 two speed main sheet is faster to trim in light air (5 to 1), and easier to trim (10 to 1) is heavy air - the traveler is the primary trimming tool and the Harken system makes that faster and easier. Pretty much all of the upgrades also make it easier and more convenient when sailing short handed, or when cruising.

"Also, how is 33 compared to 32-3 in terms of cruising and storage capacity? Water tank capacity? Shower?"
As noted above, the 33 is a true dual purpose boat intended for off shore sailing. I believe most folks would say the the E32-3 is probably a better cruiser. There is a shower sump in the head, and some of the plumbing, but there is no shower. Installing a shower would require changing out the head sink faucets with a shower/faucet combination and installing a shower drain pump.

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E33RH to be listed w/broker...

Thought I had someone interested...,. Didn't work out, so it looks like we'll be listing the boat with Passion Yachts here in Portland, OR later this week. If there is any interest out there in Viking land in a non-brokered private sale of a rare and really nice Ron Holland designed Ericson 33, well now ya know.
Mike Oxborrow

E33RH listed with Broker

Just listed our E33RH with Passion Yachts herre in Portland, OR

"Does it have a shower?"

Technically, the 32-3 does.

There's a sump in the head, a small dedicated shower bilge with pump and plumbing, and a factory 3-way switch to evacuate water automatically.

Using such a rig gets the entire head wet, since there's no shower stall. Confines are small. Cleanup is big.

Safe to say most folks don't use such a "shower" much.

Even a shower stall, as the E38 has, is more marketing tool than bathing tool. Humans shed hair--not singling out the long-haired members, just stating fact--which will quickly foul pumps or check valves. Soap and shampoo--not singling out greasy-handed men or individuals intent on fluffy heads in preparation for dinner ashore--make a remarkably gummy residue which is as much fun to clean up later as a fouled joker valve.

Either system is likely to get the head sole wet--very wet, if guests takes advantage of hospitality. That's an invitation to flood the TAFG, undermine the sole varnish, and grow mushrooms in hidden spaces. So, any shower is likely followed by the owner secretly toweling down the area immediately and checking the bilge against overflow. That is, if the rarely-used shower bilge pump actually activates at all.

We do need marketing, even in our personal lives, and I can see the selling point of "and sure, you can take a shower."

But as a practical matter, at least in my experience, that's all it is.

E33RH Shower

What Christian says about the shower in a 32-3 also applies directly to the 33RH. On our boat, the infrestructure is there, but to actually take a shower would require significant "project". A Solar Shower in the cockpit or a sponge bath would avoid a really wat and messy head compartment. And, most decent marinas have shower facilities. Mike

As Christian and Mike have stated, the shower is not very adequate. When at anchor, we prefer to use our solar shower after filling I‎t and laying I‎t in the sun all day. Then I‎t can be suspended from the boom,either over the cockpit or over the port for the head. If a couple is VERY frugal with the water, two showers can be completed.

Another option is to buy a new garden sprayer, heat some water on the galley stove and mix it with cold water until I‎t is of appropriate temp, then use I‎t for a shower. Again, either the cockpit or the head can be used, but the head must be cleaned up if that is the location.

This assumes that there is no water heater present. My E33RH had one during it’s life, but I‎t was removed before I became owner in 2002.

I‎t may not have a true, proper shower, but not anything we have found to be a problem. As has been said, even the larger models don’t have a true and proper shower.