[C320-list] Another question on the Squeaky Rudder Post

[Ken Danko]

Pat:

I noticed that the washer under the rudder post cap is the source of the 
squeaking. Under 14 knots of wind the washer is stationary and there is 
no squeaking. Above 14 knots of wind it tends to turn with the rudder 
post and causes the squeaking.

Does anyone know if the washer is supposed to be stationary or if it is 
supposed to turn? I tried WD40 and it only made the squeaking MUCH 
louder. If it is supposed to be stationary, should I attempt to glue it?

Ken

On 7/5/10 10:44 PM, Pat Ireland wrote:
> Ken
>
> Checked the post on 801 today.  The rudder shaft cap is fibreglass and there
> is a washer under it that looks like a wear bearing.  If 802 is similar, a
> bit of lube should do the trick.
>
> Pat
>
>
> On Thu, Jul 1, 2010 at 10:46 PM, Pat Ireland<cherie320 at gmail.com>  wrote:
>
>> Jeff
>>
>> Should be possible to remove and replace the head while still in the
>> water.  The quadrant could be blocked to hold the rudder in position while
>> the work is performed.
>>
>> Not sure what the right material specification would be for a thrust
>> washer.  You are right on the durability of Delrin.  But the load on the
>> head should be low enough to allow the use of a non-filled material, which
>> should provide a surface with the least friction.
>>
>> Pat, 801
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thu, Jul 1, 2010 at 6:26 PM, Jeff Hare<catalina at thehares.com>  wrote:
>>
>>> Pat,
>>>
>>> Would the washer thing have to be done out of the water?
>>>
>>> Would Delrin would be more durable?  NO idea however.  :)
>>>
>>> -Jeff
>>> #809 Woodbine II
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>>> From: Pat Ireland
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>>>
>>> Ken
>>>
>>> No experience yet, so you may get a better recomendation from others.
>>> Believe I would use a teflon spray lube.  And given visible wear, I would
>>> consider adding a thin teflon washer under the head cap.
>>>
>>> Pat, 801
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>