Rudder Progress

Assembly of the rudder is quite straight forward until you come to fit it !

The metal rudder support piece is too long for the recessed part of the hull, see photograph
As the part is predrilled, I thought it better to make the hull recess a little larger to accomodate it, rather than mess about with the fitting!

I found I had to file approx 3mm extra off, ( the arrow on photo) this then allowed the fitting to sit correctly.

Pilot drill two 2.2mm holes and screw in the self tapping screws to secure.

Finally the excess rudder stock needs cutting off level with the metal fitting.

Just for added peace of mind, I have also added some more epoxy resin inside the keel, on top of the wooden support ( the keel fitting screws into this wooden part)

This is an overview, showing rudder fitment and the auxiliary motor propshaft.