Removed rudder nut yesterday. Simple process - support rudder by stacking blocks under rudder / remove locking allen screws / remove nut (used filter wrench with good results). Simple delrin washer between nut and mounting plate on cockpit floor. Inspection shows lots of crud, scratches on washer from said crud with some build up (after 30+ years seems reasonable). Apparently this cause seal to fail, allowing water / rain to leak in. Fix is to clean / polish nut and plate, new washer and reassemble. Hopefully that will do it. Stay tuned.
John From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John and Maryann Read via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2019 11:52 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: John and Maryann Read Subject: Stus-List 34 rudder shaft bearing Our rudder shaft leaks where it passes through the cockpit floor. There is no play in the rudder, doughnut nut is snug and everything functions normally. Am suspecting the delrin (?) thrust washer / bearing under the doughnut nut is degraded after almost 30 years. Not sure if is a thrust bearing with flange or just a washer. Before I start disassembling any thoughts from the group? Also, any suggestions on where to obtain a replacement? TIA John and Maryann Legacy III 1982 C&C 34 Noank, CT
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