331rudder stock leak

[39Schuss]

I have found a leak at the top of the rudder stock above the grease nipple.the boat is out of t he water at the moment,I wonder if tightening up the two large nuts on the rudder stock would cure the problem or should I have the joint re packed
Roger Sheriff

[Anonymous]

Have you seen my post under Technical, Rudder stock maintenance, which covers the subject of bearings in the rudder stock?

As far as I am concerned the bearing needs greasing up when there is a gentle drip type leak. For me this tends to last all season until it starts again. As a result I grease up the nipple every season.

Is your leak more than just a gentle drip?

Regards
Steve

[39Schuss]

Thank you
It is just a gentle drip but quite a lot of water accumulates over a few days.
From what you have said I will tighten the nut a little and regressed the nipple
Thanks
Roger Sheriff

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