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Old 12-05-2018, 23:02   #16
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Re: Selecting type of bronze bushing for rudder
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I replaced it since I had the rudder out. Just to be cautious I drilled a 1/2 inch hole in the bottom of the shoe so that any grit that got in there could wash out.
This seems an obvious and very good idea Well done!

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