Recent content by Tim C

Hi all, Just had my mast raised and surprise! The upper swivel that the halyard shackle would attach to is all the way up. Any suggestions on how to get it down? The halyard runs within the mast. I have shaken the foil, given as much slack as possible to the halyard, but, no dice. I have...

Hi all. Does anyone have an original E23-2 boom? If so could you send me a photo of the boom gooseneck installed on the mast? I have some rigging issues that a photo of a properly installed gooseneck should solve. thanks, TIm

Hi Christian, It is trailerable, though I will likely take it on its last road trip sometime in May to its permanent home in Oconto, WI. That is what I was wondering... about whether Epifhanes would stand up to a continuous soak. This is all new to me, so, any and all suggestions are...

Thanks for the reply Loren. I wrote that it was solid teak, but, it is actually Mahogany according to original specs. I beleive it is original. It will be cumbersome to remove, but, I think it is doable. I don't know how well Epifanes will seal the wood. I just think it will be a good...

Rudder finish I guess I wasn't clear... this is a solid teak rudder. No fiberglass. It had spar varnish throughout with anti-fouling paint over that below the water level. Everything that I read says not to add fiberglass to a wood rudder (yes, I am aware that many still do it). Wondering...

Hi all, I have sanded down the old (original?) finish of my rudder and I'm working on the fifth coat of Epifanes. I'm going for the suggested eight to ten coats of Epifanes. Yes, I cut 50/50, then 25/75, and will end up at about 10/90 percent with their thinner. It is going well, but, I am...

Hi all, looking for advice on refinishing the rudder on my E23. It is likely original and what reminds me of peeling varnish is peeling away under the water line. It appears to have not had the same material applied above the water line. Should I sand to bare teak, seal with epoxy and apply...

Sink and "fresh" water tank The sink is in pretty good condition, needs a good cleaning. The reason I removed it is because I doubt I would ever use the thing to prepare food or drain liquids. I don't even really cook at home (sandwiches and that type of fair) and after removing it to do some...

If anyone would like what I believe to be an original sink from my '76 E23-II. I would just like to have shipping charges paid. If interested let me know. I can send photos and dimensions if you want. Tim

E23-II outboard requirements I am starting to understand all this talk about hull speed. Maybe not the technical reasons, but, the capabilities are very good to know. Thanks...

E23-II outboard requirements Thanks all. It is good to have experienced owners to answer these questions. I probably would have just gone and got the 9.9 without all your suggestions. I am going to rebuild the 7.5 that I have and keep a lookout for a lighter outboard. That will keep my...

E23 Outboard Thanks Grant. The E23-II has a full transom with no cut out. I can see how this might limit your ability to maneuver in tight quarters. Just wondering if the 9.9 is more motor than I need.

With my new purchase of my E23-II I have an 83 Johnson Sailmaster 7.5hp that runs well, but, I would like to get something newer for my journeys on Green Bay and Lake Michigan. I have a line on a Mercury 9.9 x-long four stroke for a decent price. Any suggestions as to whether this is too much...

E23 rudder for pattern I have a 76 E23 with original rudder. I can make a pattern of any of its parts if that helps you. It is not for sale, gonna need it next season... Tim

Hi all... I am looking to install a solar vent in the cabin roof. Has anyone any tidbits of advice on what to look for? I've been looking at the $57 variety on ebay, 8 1/2", but they look like the panel is well below the top which means it would be in shade a lot of the time. I'm also...