rudder post cap removal

Jul 27, 2015
50
catalina 30 SF bay
bolt came out just fine but the post cap won't budge...any ideas would be great. thanks
 
Apr 1, 2004
149
Catalina 34 Herring Bay Chesapeake, MD
Is the rudder cap aluminum and the rudder post stainless steel? You may need to cut thru the cap and pry it off. Different metals is the issue. Replacements are available from Catalina direct. Good luck.