Hunter 38 Rudder Gland?

[five gems]

Does the Hunter 38 have a rudder gland that requires maintenance/repacking periodically?

 

[Don S/V ILLusion]

As I recall, the 38 has two (upper and lower) delrin bearings which required periodic inspection as do any wear parts.

 

[JoeWhite]

I am not familiar with Hunter 38, but on my Catalina 36 there is only one gland that is above water level and is easily replaced. I have replaced it once in 21 years.

 

[marcham]

It's probably depicted in the owners manual....

 

[quadrille38]

chapter 6 section 6.2.2 in the owners manual covers steering gear.
it says there are 2 bearings that are self lubricating. Also that they should be periodically inspected for wear.