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    Ericson 31 porthole screens

    I cut my damaged screens out and then used a Dremel to open up the groove. I cut nylon screens to size, tacked them in with glue and then ‘pinched’ the screen with a vice. I stripped the paint from the brass with a polisher. It was labor intensive but they looked nice when completed. My wife...
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    Early production Independence

    I’m a little pressed for time at the moment but I own #53. Looking at the pictures and the boat I say BUY IT! It’s a lovely boat. I just finished replacing rotted core on mine but it wasn’t as huge of a deal as one would think and she’s good for another 41 years. Feel free to message me or...
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    How to refresh interior (and exterior) wood?

    Hello, I’m searching to match a new veneer piece with the rest of my interior wood. I was informed that Ericson used Watco teak oil? I’m just wondering if anyone else has an opinion on that. Thank you.
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