Rudder bearing replacement - Beneteau 57 (2009)

Oct 22, 2015
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Beneteau 57 Valletta
I replaced the rudder bearing last year and it looks like I'll have to do the same this year. Has anyone had the same issue and would you recommend a specific manufacturer? Any advice/thoughts appreciated.
 

NYSail

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Jan 6, 2006
3,145
Beneteau 423 Mt. Sinai, NY
Something else seems to be wrong to cause a failure after 1 year.
 

jviss

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Feb 5, 2004
7,089
Tartan 3800 20 Westport, MA
Welcome. Not many on here with Beneteau 57s.

Who replaced it last time? Was there a warranty on the bearing? I think there must be something seriously wrong, I would think a rudder bearing should last 20 years! But, what do I know? Could be a design issue, defective bearing, incorrect installation.