grid

Greetings all- so I am a yacht broker and I have a listing for an 1989 Ericson 34, and one of my prospective buyers found online that there was some reported issues with the grid systems in which stress cracks sometimes can be found in the areas around the base of the mast. Looking at my...

When did Ericson go to the tri axial construction method? I am looking for info on the E39 and cant seem to find anything on this site. Thanks for any help Jim

I am the new owner of an '81 E 38. The boat is in need of a little care at this point. I have started to tear out the sole. The plywood is supporting some interesting life forms. The places where the grid is glassed to the hull have recesses that are below the drains. They collect water...

Hello. Looking for opinions (factual or otherwise) on the Ericson's tri-axial force grid system. For example, does it add strength to the hull and rigging OR is it gimmickey, installed to add sizzle rather than substance to the boat. Thanks! for your insight.

I am looking for anyone who may have any images of the force grid configuration on the 32-3. Perhaps if you have replaced the sole and took some pictures or did some other maintenance. In my case, the previous owner layed a new sole, but did not provide many access points, and I believe there...

I'm thinking of putting my 35' 1983 Ericson Mark 3 on the grid to clean the bottom. Have I anything to worry about other than attaching the ropes etc.? Would appreciate some replies from others who have done this.