vertical play in rudder stock

[kmdudley7]

While repairing my rudder stop, i have noticed a small amount of shaft play. All vertical not wobbling.. The play is very minimul, and no more than maybe a 1/8" ???? Am I am trouble here or is it ok?? Do I need a quick haul out to look further?? Thanx in advance
karen and mark

[Fstbttms]

Totally normal.

[anthon]

Yeah I've experienced that before. I wouldn't worry about it

[sharedwatch]

what kind of rudder? If a skeg or keel hung rudder you might be able to put a small delrin washer under the rudder at the shoe to work as a shim to keep the rudder from lifting and moving.