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Forum: Reversing Gear 07-30-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,611
Posted By gmilburn
Not to hijack this thread, but do most A4 owners...

Not to hijack this thread, but do most A4 owners start their engine in gear? My A4 starts so easily, whether it is in gear or not, but was wondering if I'm naive about damaging something,...
Forum: General Interest 07-27-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,638
Posted By gmilburn
All good discussions, I firmly believe in getting...

All good discussions, I firmly believe in getting something started, THEN tweak as you gain experience. I know that planning BEFORE executing is important, but too often, planning takes forever, and...
Forum: Overhaul 06-11-2013, 07:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,605
Posted By gmilburn
A4 to overhaul

I have no financial interest in this, but saw an A4 ready for overhaul on eBay. Location is NY, current bid is $200, but will surely end higher. Pic attached.
Forum: Fuel System 05-30-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,192
Posted By gmilburn
Thanks all for your input--I didnt know I would...

Thanks all for your input--I didnt know I would start such a discussion. But, just to clean up a few loose ends, the blower hose is deep down in the bilge under the engine--and blows out through the...
Forum: Fuel System 05-29-2013, 10:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,192
Posted By gmilburn
Wink Fuel pump plight

I thought I would share a bit of my plight with the group in the hopes that it will save someone some time and grief!

I replaced my old mechanical fuel pump with a new electric one from MM. I...
Forum: Fuel System 04-03-2013, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,016
Posted By gmilburn
A4 Carburetor Linkage

Hi all,
I have an Ericson 29 with an Atomic 4 (obviously) and I just replaced the fuel pump with an electric along with a brand new carburetor. I thought I was liking it up exactly like the old...
Forum: Fuel System 03-26-2013, 10:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,314
Posted By gmilburn
New Electric Fuel Pump

Hi all,

I've just made the conversion from the stock mechanical fuel pump to a new electric fuel pump from MM. My question is how does the carb get primed to fill the carb with fuel (it's a brand...
Forum: Exhaust System 03-14-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,782
Posted By gmilburn
Standpipe Rebuild

Hi all,
Thought I would take a moment to update the group.

First off, I used a sawsall to cut the pipe coming off the exhaust manifold about one inch from the manifold flange.

Then I had to...
Forum: Exhaust System 01-31-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,782
Posted By gmilburn
Thanks John for the tip of removing the whole...

Thanks John for the tip of removing the whole exhaust manifold and taking it to a machine shop. Do the bolts holding the exhaust manifold come out easier than the ones holding the hot section to the...
Forum: Exhaust System 01-31-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,782
Posted By gmilburn
Crazy Question, probably know the answer

While I was shopping for black pipe for my hot exhaust side at Lowes last evening, I saw all the 6 inch PVC pipe and fittings that could easily be configured into a water lift muffler. But I expect...
Forum: Exhaust System 01-25-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,782
Posted By gmilburn
Freeing the Beast

OK, I once again want to call upon the collective knowledge of those on this site. I have unwrapped the fiberglass insulation of the hot section of my A4 exhaust and clearly, I'm going to have to...
Forum: Exhaust System 01-24-2013, 06:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,782
Posted By gmilburn
Thanks all, I now have a plan!

Thanks all, I now have a plan!
Forum: Exhaust System 01-23-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,782
Posted By gmilburn
Exhaust Standpipe

I need some advice. My Standpipe has rusted out at the bottom and I'm hoping to build a new one from off the shelf pipe and pipe fittings. Does anyone know what this beast looks like in the inside?...
Forum: Exhaust System 07-21-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,624
Posted By gmilburn
Standpipe

Heres a pic of the Standpipe. It is a standpipe right?

Can anyone tell me if the Moyer SS will fit in the space?

Thanks for all your help!
Forum: Exhaust System 07-20-2011, 09:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,624
Posted By gmilburn
Standpipe Replacement for Ericson 29 with A4

Hi all,

I have a 1977 Ericson-29 with a Standpipe/Water Muffler that appears to be rusting out at the bottom. Has anyone replaced one? Did you try to find a OEM replacement or have one custom...
Forum: Drive Train / Propellers 06-06-2011, 09:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,391
Posted By gmilburn
Freewheeling Prop

Hi all,

I have an Ericson 29, and unless I go down below to check the propeller shaft, I honestly have no idea whether the prop is turning or not. My gut tells me that it is NOT turning, as the...
Forum: Fuel System 05-04-2011, 07:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,790
Posted By gmilburn
E29 Carb Access

Hi Pallen,

I too own an E29 and have off and on carb problems. I even bought a rebuilt carb from MM, but then couldnt get the old one off to replace it. I drained the gas out of the main bowl,...
Forum: Fuel System 04-26-2011, 10:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,480
Posted By gmilburn
E29 and Fuel Filter

Here's how I mounted my Racor Fuel Filter in my 1977 Ericson E29. Tight fit--but works fine for me.

Hope this helps!

Gary
Forum: Electrical 11-28-2010, 05:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,623
Posted By gmilburn
Engine Hour Meter Help Please

I have an engine hour meter (from Moyer) and it worked great till I replaced my starter and selenoid, and I think I have mixed the attachment of the red wire. Does anyone know how the red wire...
Forum: Ericson 02-18-2010, 05:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 19,680
Posted By gmilburn
Mike, If you havent already checked it...

Mike,

If you havent already checked it out--there is an "official" Ericson site at:

http://www.ericsonyachts.org/home.php

Check it out.

Gary
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-09-2009, 05:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 32,908
Posted By gmilburn
Thanks for all the helpful suggestions and...

Thanks for all the helpful suggestions and comments.

Yes all gauges came from Moyer Marine--and I am fairly confident that I checked the jumper and made sure it was set on 4 cylinders rather than...
Forum: Introductions 10-08-2009, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,659
Posted By gmilburn
Wecome from fellow E29 owner

Hey Pallen58,

Welcome to the Forum.

I also have an A4 with a 1977 Ericson 29 attached. Have owned it for just 2 years, but believe I have dived into every nook and cranny of the boat and its...
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-07-2009, 08:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 32,908
Posted By gmilburn
Jumpy Tachometer

Hi all,

A few weeks ago, I installed all new gauges for my Atomic 4 on my 33 year old Ericson 29. I rewired all of them from the cockpit to the engine. I was thrilled when the engine started and...
Forum: Fuel System 05-20-2009, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,837
Posted By gmilburn
Sorry hitting "it"--IT is the side of the...

Sorry hitting "it"--IT is the side of the carburater.
Forum: Fuel System 05-20-2009, 06:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,837
Posted By gmilburn
Jim, I had the exact same problem and was...

Jim,

I had the exact same problem and was convinced that the fuel pump had died--but after removing the fuel line to the carb--the fuel pump pumped fuel. A quick call to Don at MM--suggested that...
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