Re: M_Boats: Resealing tiller & Rudder & Outboard questions

[Stanley Winarski]

Connie,

There really isn't any need for bottom paint on the rudder unless it is left in the water between sails.

I've completely refinished my rudder only once in the 21 years I've had it - twice just patched up some dings along the bottom edge - using marine varnish every time, and it still looks new. The early years were all fresh water but the past 16 years have been mostly saltwater.

Have you considered fastening a thin strip of bronze or stainless steel on the edge that takes the most abuse ?

Stan
M-15, #177 Carol II


_______________________________________________
http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats