OK, I have entirely too much lateral movement in my rudder (3/4") and I am 99.9% positive this means I'll be tackling / paying for at least a lower rudder bearing replacement, possibly even an upper. This is a common and known issue on these boats.
Who has done this before (or had it done)? I've read most of the related material online. I'm am specifically looking for comments on J/Boats.
1. Which bearing manuf did you choose (Jeffa or Edson) and why?
2. How much did the bearing part cost?
3. How much was the total job?
4. What were the gotchas, or other 'I didn't anticipate THAT' learnings?
I understand that most of these require the fiberglassing of the new bearing...which is not something I am going to tackle. So I am trying to educate myself enough to the point where I can specifiy parts and general process to the yard.
Thanks.
Who has done this before (or had it done)? I've read most of the related material online. I'm am specifically looking for comments on J/Boats.
1. Which bearing manuf did you choose (Jeffa or Edson) and why?
2. How much did the bearing part cost?
3. How much was the total job?
4. What were the gotchas, or other 'I didn't anticipate THAT' learnings?
I understand that most of these require the fiberglassing of the new bearing...which is not something I am going to tackle. So I am trying to educate myself enough to the point where I can specifiy parts and general process to the yard.
Thanks.