Montego 19 rudder

[cheapoldpilot]

I need a new rudder for my Montego 19. I am going to try to make one but the problem is, I am in Tucson right now and part of the rudder is in the frozen north in the Adirondacks. I have the old rudder but not mounting. I need to know the size of the bolt that goes through the rudder to lock it in place. Anyone have one that can check that for me? Thanks.

 

[Ray Bowles]

On my two 14' Catalina boats the kids use the bolts are 1/4 inch SS with 20 threads. On my 23 San Juan the bolts are 3/8 inch. I would go with 5/16 inch and you should be OK.
Ray