St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida, USA
Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 13, 2025
Boat Work - Part 6 - Resetting the Rudder Bearings We could feel some shaking in the steering as we sailed and able to shake the rudder when we hauled out. So we removed the rudder. The lower bearing fell right out with the rudder and we could see it was not attached. Ended up reinforcing the housing with fiberglass before reinstalling the bearing. Had to reset the upper bearing as well. Had to cut the bolts on the control arm for the autopilot and a torch to remove the bolts before cleaning it all up. Put gelcoat, primer and paint on the rudder post as well since this one is made of fiberglass. The rudder is reinstalled, fits tightly with no play, and turns smoothly. Super happy with it.
