rudder

I've been trying to find the source of a water leak on our 2006 Hunter 36 for some time and recently removed the cockpit floor panel that provides access for the emergency tiller. These pictures show what I found which is a crack approximately half way around the top of the rudder post where...

Hello all. My sister and I were recently offered a free 83 Bruce Roberts 34. We have some experience sailing but never owned a sailboat before. Of course it has needs and I really need help with one of them. What is going on with the rudder here? I know the crack is more than just paint but I'm...

I disassembled my rudder and when I flipped it upside down it sounded like one of those rain sticks. Tons of little particles bouncing off stuff inside. It looks like its in decent shape from the outside but I'm guessing its just going to fill up with water when I go to use it. Is it foam filled...

Hello all, I have a 1975 O'Day 25. I am currently in the process of sanding down my rudder then applying a penetrating epoxy then paint as it is in rough shape. When reattaching the pintles and tiller to the rudder should I epoxy the through holes and apply a sealant? I also purchased a new...

Has anyone had to remove or drop their rudder on a Hunter 42 passage? I just had my bottom blasted and was sanding and noticed water dripping from mine and have delamination on one side :( Hoping to get thru this year on Lake Michigan before deciding whether to either replace for the $4500 on...

I was doing my annual inspection and maintenance of my Edson steering. Noticed the Rudder Stop had a bit of corrosion. This is attached to the Steering Sheave and bumps against a "barrier" on 25° angles to restrict the rudder angle. Normally, the only force is the Helmsman arm strength on the...

I need a rudder for my Macgregor v21 1981 sailboat. I recently purchased a a Macgregor 21. But, someone stole the rudder before I got to it. Now I need to make one, but I don’t know the dimensions, can someone help?

I have lost the Rudder for my Hunter 310 1998 Fin Keel. I want to have a new one fabricated but I am unable to find a diagram with the measurements and specs does anyone have one or know where to get one or can measure there own Hunter 310 rudder for me. thanks in advance James

First time putting my Catalina 22 in the water last night. I'm trying to recall the proper way to tie the tiller securely when the boat is moored. It was essential practice at our sailing club to tie the tiller down to keep the rudder from getting damaged or creating havoc against the boat from...

Hello! I own a hunter 27 moored in Charleston. I’ve finally acquired my missing rudder and am curious of all other hardware involved in reinstalling the rudder. Example: the disc with a center pin that holds the rudder in the cock pit, I’m sure there are sorts of bearings and seals involved too...

I have a few questions about the rudder... 1. Where do you store it when you are traveling? On our first trip I lugged it inside and layed it on the v-berth. Seems like there has to be a better solution. Leaving it in the cockpit seems the easiest, but it could do some real damage in an...

So I am a new owner of a Hunter 26 that has the aluminum tiller handle. It may be a replacement as the handle angle is slightly off / twisted and the replacement aluminum handles require drilling. Anyways, if I have 4+ people in the cockpit I cannot freely steer without hitting people in the...

Just finished a good season of sailing and now starting off-season projects. My rudder is heavy and sinks below the surface when set free, but doesn't go all the way down. My uphaul/downhaul lines were not routed correctly so I couldn't get the rudder all the way down (replacing line and...

95 Legend 355.. this will probly more of a rant then a question, since I really hope noone else has seen this. Had my 2nd mooring line in hand 2 secs from tossing it in to join the first, walking the deck, got as far as the stays Wife@ the helm, in gear, when she calls out "I've got no...

Anyone know where I can get a rudder head for my Coronado 23? I believe it's a 1973 Coronado. I took some pictures of my broken one here for sizing: https://goo.gl/gqfXNC It doesn't have to be original since I think they had proprietary parts. I'm just looking for the right fit but that's...

Hello all. Looking to purchase shoal draft Pearson 362 used rudder. If anyone has one or knows where there is one I would be greatful. Have a great day Scott in Plymouth MA.

I'm in the process of purchasing my first sailboat. The boat is a 1988 32 foot Oday. I'm told there is elevated moisture in the rudder but expected for a boat this age. Is this something I need to be concerned about and have repaired immediately or is it something I can monitor and have it...

I'm currently undergoing a complete rebuild of this boat. I am committed to my rebuild and have gone a long way from where I started. I have now got to the point where I need to take out the rudder. I'm confident that I can figure out how to remove it but any pointers would be nice. Additionally...

Hi folks, I just picked up a 1989 Pearson 27. Two weeks ago before we sailed the vessel home, a wonderful four-hour journey to port, I had some work done to re-bed the steering column as there was a leak into the aft cabin. During the process, the vendor needed to disconnect the pedestal and...

I've had a survey performed on my H380 that I'm selling and the surveyor stated that the entire rudder sounded dead when he was percussion sounding it with a hammer (I was not within him when he sounded the rudder). I seem to recall a few years ago that there was a topic on here regarding the...