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hinmo
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Initially Posted - 02/22/2009 :  08:52:25  Show Profile
on closer inspection of mine, it looks like it might need replacing. Anybody have one for sale?
"Kukla" '83 FK,SR
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Nautiduck
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Response Posted - 02/22/2009 :  10:58:48  Show Profile
I don't have one but would caution you to be very careful of used rudders. Catalina rudders with wood cores are prone to leaking and rotting and then breaking off at the worst possible times. I know this from experience and many others have posted about rotted rudders that broke while underway. Not to say that you wont find a good used rudder but I would avoid one that has cracks or repairs.
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bigelowp
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Response Posted - 02/24/2009 :  10:01:13  Show Profile
When i bought my boat the rudder was in pretty bad -- but usable -- shape. I briefly looked for a used rudder but quickly realized that there were few in better shape than mine available and the benefits of a replacment "Balanced" rudder from Catalina Direct made that decision the best way to go. I have never regretted replacing the old rudder with the balanced rudder and the total cost was reasonable. I would advise to replace with the new and not spend your time on the used.
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DaveR
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Response Posted - 02/24/2009 :  14:41:35  Show Profile  Visit DaveR's Homepage
I'd agree Peter. I'd rather have the new one and all the confidence that goes with it
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