16.5 centerboard

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Dec 7, 2011
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Capri 16.5 Fort Myers, FL
It seems like my centerboard has too much play. When I pulled it out and took it apart, all the pieces seem to be in great shape, but I was surprised that the large female pin that goes inside the bushing is 1/8 inch wider than the centerboard. Can anyone tell me for sure if this is how it was originally designed? Took the boat out for the first time yesterday, and while becalmed the centerboard, which was all the way down, banged from side to side. I appreciate any help.
 
May 23, 2007
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Catalina Capri 22 Albany, Oregon
IIRC mine use to clunk around some too. I don't think it's that unusual. If you want to be sure, you might join/post on the Capri 16.5 Yahoo group.
 
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