H-26 Aluminum Rudder Head Paint

[BrianW]

I will be replacing my aluminum rudder head on my H-26 after it corroded and broke at the lower pintle. Hunter wanted too much to replace the aluminum plates so I'm having them fabricated for a much lower cost. My question: How should I finish the bare aluminum plates? I was considering using the primer and paint for outboard motors since they are aluminum and exposed to similar conditions. Your ideas would be appreciated. Thanks, BrianW

 

[Rick Webb]

That Would be the Way I'd Go

Of course there may be no need to paint them at all. Wonder what the fabricator would suggest.

 

[alan]

Did you consider stainless?

Maybe a bit stiffer and less corrosion? I used metal primer and spray paint, your idea sounds better. No problems though after two seasons. alan

 

[BrianW]

Stainless Rudder Head

Alan, I'm getting a firm quote also on a stainless rudder head from the fabricator. It will be approximately $100 more and 40 pounds heavier. Any comments or advice would be appreciated. Thanks, BrianW