Rudder Trouble - 2000 H340

May 21, 2018
16
Hunter 340 San Diego
Hi All, According to the surveyor, my rudder has too much play in it. He said he thinks it might be the plastic tube that the bearings ride on. Any thoughts?

Thanks,
Rob
 
Oct 24, 2010
2,405
Hunter 30 Everett, WA
Ours had too much play when we purchased her, but it wasn't rudder bearings it was loose cables between the wheel and rudder bell crank. I tightened the cables and all is well.

Ken
 
Apr 21, 2014
184
Hunter 356 Middle River, MD
Is the play shaft movement in the bearings or is it linkage or rack and pinion play further up the system?
Depending it could be bearing issues, shaft gouging or an adjustment on the rack and pinion gear.
I saw they had a replacement rudder with stainless shaft for around $3500 earlier if needed.