Rudder rope replacement on C26 while in the water.

Brianw · Post by **Brianw** » Mon Nov 22, 2010 9:50 pm

Hello everyone, I'm brand new today and really appreciate all the information and experience you offer. My C26 rudder will need a set of new ropes soon but I can't get it out of the water. the water is clear and I can get it to shore, retractable keel. Has anyone had to do this? Any input on the subject would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Brianw

Chrysler20%26 · Post by **Chrysler20%26** » Tue Nov 23, 2010 1:17 am

Willcome abord, Just remove the rudder blade. One bolt, an you can take the rudder on to the boat.

EmergencyExit · Post by **EmergencyExit** » Tue Nov 23, 2010 6:54 am

The rudder does tend to be bouyant, so you may find yourself having to hold it under to put it back on and get it lined up, but its certainly doable. I overtightened EE's single bolt last year and a pal dove down and loosened it a bit for me.

Some C26 rudder assemblies don't have the single bolt tho. A few on the board have the assembly that is a large center puck with a circle of bolts around the perimeter.

John Stahl · Post by **John Stahl** » Tue Nov 23, 2010 7:07 am

Welcome Aboard

Brianw · Post by **Brianw** » Tue Nov 23, 2010 10:40 am

Thanks mates, I now have a pretty god idea of what to expect when I get down there. I have a 1978 model that I am restoring and I love her. She has been sitting in fresh water marina for some years but she is back to life now. I took her out the other day with new motor and a shake down plan. I had a wonderful time and really like the way she sails. Again, thanks. Brian

hp18carr · Post by **hp18carr** » Tue Nov 23, 2010 2:27 pm

Brianw

Sailing your own c26 is a nice way to start the holidays. There is one stipulation about being a member of this forum... we must see photos of you boat and the work you are doing on it on a regular bases...

Terrence
Wilmington N.C.
Chrysler 26' 1980
Pandora (for now)