[C320-list] Cutlass bearing and...

[Dave Anderer]

I need to replace the cutlass bearing this winter.  There is also some 
corrosion on the shaft, so I might as well replace that with SS.  And I 
had a PSS on the previous boat and liked that, so I might as well..

All of this is easy if the shaft can be withdrawn clear of the rudder.  
I've seen at least one note here indicating it can't be pulled without 
dropping the rudder (which I can't readily do.)

So if I can't go the easy route, does this plan make sense:

1. Cut the shaft and remove it in pieces
2. Remove the cutlass bearing
3. Remove the stuffing box.
4. Insert the new shaft.  (The key idea is that without the cutlass and 
stuffing box, there will be enough play to allow the new shaft to slide 
in clear of the rudder.)
5. Install the PSS
6. Install (press in) the new cutlass

Does that seem to make sense?  Am I missing anything obvious?

Thanks

Dave
Meanderer II
#642