Loose Skeg/Weed Shoe

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by Tom Wilson How to.. 6 photos 6456 views

I noticed rudder shake last season and found that the "weed shoe" was loose. The 3 (1/4") bolts holding the skeg were removed. Keel holes and the holes in the skeg were drilled out to 5/16" and SS threaded bolts with nylon locknuts applied. The "Weed Shoe" is now rock solid. I expect no rudder shake when launched. Addendum: Launched and after a 8 mile motor and sail to Boston Harbor I had zero rudder shake. Life is good!

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