Good for Mr Keene. Such a gentleman.

Brian W Davis Consulting Inc.
(954) 892-1128



On Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 10:53 AM Novabraid via CnC-List <[email protected]>
wrote:

> Brian,
>
> I regret to tell you that the Keene family sold Edson about 4-5 years ago
> the Chip Johns, formerly of Vanguard Boats.  When I worked there about 12
> years ago we did have all the parts listed for various C&C yachts, but I’m
> not sure if that database is still around.  The website still lists the
> sailboat steering data sheets Sailboat Steering Parts by Boat
> <https://edsonmarine.com/sailboat-steering-data-sheets/#C> but that
> typically deals with the model of pedestal, radial drive wheel or Quadrant,
> chain/wire, and idler.  Accessories such as pedestal guards, engine
> controls, instrument pods, etc were dealer or manufacturer options and
> aren’t listed on the boat model sheets.
>
> As for “single bolt Edson pedestal feet”, are we referring to the fitting
> that locates the pedestal guard on the cockpit?  Those were either a hard
> plastic with 2 hex bolts held captive in the fitting, OR the newer
> stainless guard feet.  When buying replacement parts  you can try the
> Binnacle in Halifax that lists the new style pedestal feet (same hole
> pattern as the plastic ones that are not longer available)
> https://us.binnacle.com/edson-310st-100-125-stainless-pedestal-feet-kit.
> In Kingston, Marine Outfitters is a top notch supplier and an authorized
> Edson dealer.
>
> Chuck, regarding used parts, the truth of the matter is that any steering
> gear that’s much older than 30-40 years old isn’t worth the savings vs.
> buying something used.  The pedestal guard feet keep the steel pedestal
> guard firmly fixed to the deck.  The guard can truly be a life saver in its
> role as a hand hold in rough seas as well as protecting the steering gear
> from damage when things go badly.
>
> Chuck Gilchrest
>
> S/V Half Magic
>
> 1984 Landfall 35
>
> Former Edson guy..
>
>
>
> *From:* Brian Davis via CnC-List <[email protected]>
> *Sent:* Wednesday, September 17, 2025 10:05 AM
> *To:* Stus-List <[email protected]>
> *Cc:* CHARLES SCHEAFFER <[email protected]>; Brian Davis <
> [email protected]>
> *Subject:* Stus-List Re: Used sailboat parts provider
>
>
>
> Try calling Edson the manufacturer.  I've talked with them when I rebuilt
> my pedestal.  Also, the Chairman of Edson is William Keene, +15083534829 is
> his number. Really nice guy and they have all the C&C specs.
>
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> Brian W Davis Consulting Inc.
>
> (954) 892-1128
>
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> On Sat, Sep 13, 2025, 8:17 PM CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List <
> [email protected]> wrote:
>
> Does anyone happen to know where someone in Kingston, Ontario can get used
> sailboat parts, like single bolt Edson pedestal feet for his Edson wheel?
>
>
>
> Thank,
>
> Chuck
>
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