[C320-list] C320: Rudder stock head loose

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Thanks, Chris. I'll go back and find that.  Is there an index of some kind 
to the Mainsheet articles?

Mike

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We did an article on motor mount replacement for the WB in either the summer 
or fall 2012 issue of Mainsheet. There was a recall reported on the front 
mounts.  It also addressed proper shaft alignment which can be complicated 
if the coupling faces are not at perfect right angles to the shaft. Either 
issue can make alignment difficult or impossible.



Fair Winds
Chris Burti
Commitment
Catalina 320, #867



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First,  I am seeing considerable vibration under power from play in the 
"bearing" in the deck floor for the rudder stock.  There seems to be what I 
would estimate to be 3-5 thousands play at least.

Has anyone else encountered this and is there a good fix available?

Secondly, has anyone experienced a situation where the front of the engine 
(Westerbeke 30B) cannot go far enough to starboard to perfectly align the 
shaft?  Any fix?

Third, have experiences with a Aquamet 19 or 22 SS prop shaft replacement 
for the original bronze shaft been positive?  Any experience with shafts 
from Deep Blue Yacht Supply?

Thanks.

Mike
Cat 320 #324