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vdotmatrix
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Initially Posted - 07/31/2017 : 07:47:48

I am looking for a stainless steel bushing to fit the rudder for the bolt that attaches the tiller . It has 1/2" od and accommodates the 3/8" bolt .....

Catalina ran out of these and they dont use these anymore which doesnt make any sense to me because without a bushing the hole will auger out with use.

Any ideas?

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Response Posted - 08/02/2017 : 12:03:22

Is the bolt threaded all the way or is it threaded on the end. If threaded all the way I agree it'll chew on the tiller. If only threaded part way, it's not quite as bad. Replace the bolt if fully threaded
You can also wrap the bolt with teflon tape or shrink wrap material.
This should protect the tiller somewhat.
If the hole is already damaged, you can usually find a metal sleeve at a hardware or auto parts store to go over the bolt. Finding a stainless sleeve would be a bit more challenging. West Marine or a boating hardware supplier would likely be a good source.

Bruce Ross
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Response Posted - 08/02/2017 : 15:57:39

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a stainless steel bushing to fit the rudder

Bruce I think the bushing is inserted into the rudder, Not the tiller. It then protects the rudder from the bolt. I would try a hardware store or similar and I don't think it has to be stainless. Bronze or brass would work or even Nylon. I know my rudder on a C25 has one that looks like its brass. As Bruce said, A short piece of tubing would work also.

Scott-"IMPULSE"87'C25/SR/WK/Din.#5688
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Edited by - islander on 08/02/2017 16:01:59

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Response Posted - 08/02/2017 : 16:28:21

Yes thank you both! Islander, that's exactly what it does. It is catalina part #91101. The tiller bolt is or should be a stainless lag bolt threaded at the end and I have a hex end so I can use a wrench; did this on our other 25 capri and c25. If it is a metal that is softer than the tiller bolt then one will wera the other down over time.....So, I have been to all the places locally and had to resort to one company MSCdirect but they are making me jump through these ridiculous hoops so they can give a formal quote for a lousy $5 part......All these easy fixes and suggestions are greatly appreciated but find the actual materials is a way different story. it has to be 1/2" OD and it has to be 3/8" ID and about 1 1/2" long....don't ask what that thickness is......anyway. without it the tiller wobbles in your hand like a motorcycle hand throttle....and I want to install this thing before it get worse... hey guys thanks for your help!! West marine here has nothing...i should make the drive to Annapolis...surely someone over there has a parts place...

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