Brandon, For the upper bearing, I ordered some 4 inch 1/2 inch thick white Delrin discs from mcmaster.com (Part 8582K21 at about $10 each). Took them and the old bearing to a plactics machine shop and had them make me some. They last 4-5 years before they get sloppy. I have one left.
The hole is 1.500 ID. 1 inch discs are 8582K22 at $16. Probably a better solution out there but this is quick and reasonable. Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA On Wed, Apr 12, 2017 at 11:14 AM, Brandon Gaspard via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Hey listers, > > Just wondering if anyone has a source and some tips for replacing the > rudder bushings and/or bearings on a C&C 35 Mk1. I have replaced the > bushings on my old Pearson 26, but I haven't delved into the structure or > parts involved for the 35 yet. Have any of you 35 owners attempted this? > Did you order the parts from Jefa? > > Tango's rudder shaft is developing a little slop, I just noticed it when I > was assessing where to install my rudder reference transducer. Looking > down from the emergency rudder post, it appears to have 1/8-1/4" wiggle. > I'll probably sail it for the next several months and keep an eye on it, > and if it doesn't get worse next she's on the hard I'll replace it. If it > progresses more quickly I'll replace sooner. Thanks for any info or tips! > > Brandon Gaspard > tango > 1971 C&C 35 Mk1 > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you > wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: > https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > > All Contributions are greatly appreciated! > >
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