Original rudder dimensions for Wing Keel 301

Unfortunately she was in process of a reluctant sale (due to change in finances!) but when hauled out for survey the mooring chain had snagged on the wing of the keel (swinging mooring on the Exe but possibly something to be wary of as obviously it's easier to snag than a flat fin / bilge kee.

Anyway long story short she's just finished insurance repairs which included some GRP fairing repair to rudder trailing edge, new pulpit and most notably the rudder stock was bent and rudder damaged so she's just had a new JEFA rudder fitted at the yard in Exmouth.  AS you mention whilst awesome boats, the materials used in the rudder stock and bearing also werent the best so along wtih the damage there was evidence of some wear etc.. and we have replaced bearings as well !! very happy to PM the proposal, noting JEFA were very helpful and have original "stock rudder" design but the yard did note some small measurement differences to adjust on final order.  

Hopefully can assist if needing advice.

You're a lifesaver, incredibly grateful for any info and especially dimensions, I've sent you an email. Speak soon, Cheers, Huw

I’ve just removed the original rudder from my 301 to check measurements. Came out easily and we think the standard RUD26 from Jefa (with the cutaway for the wing keel boat) will be a direct replacement. We will make new bearings locally. I’m expecting to order the rudder this week and will post updates here.

Hi,

Tried removing my rudder this weekend with not so good progress. Removed first all the parts from the deck level, and then tried pulling down the rudder and first 1cm went well, after it got bit tighter and after 1 more cm got really stuck. Tried then putting some WD-40 into the rudder tube from up, and it got it again moving - for another 1cm after which it again got stock (not going up or down or even turning sideways).

My suspection is that the lower bearing has bit surged during the times and now that the "fresh" part of the rudder shaft comes into contact with it, does not anymore move. Any good tips on how to proceed?

Or am I mistaken that even after removing the tiller and the tightening ring from the deck level there is still some additional parts I need to remove to get the rudder to come down?

Alternatively, how the lower bearing is secured and is there option to remove also it if I do not get the shaft otherwise out from the boat.

Appreciating any assistance

Also as pre previous post in the trail their stock rudder and stock were slightly out for stock on WC so msg me if want any more info.

I’m also very reluctantly having to sell her due to personal circumstances so if anyone knows anyone potentially interested that would be great!! Cheers andy