Should I Drop the Rudder Before it Freezes

[Tetepare]

Originally Posted by BlueChicago

Well, after much consideration, and after having a conversation with yard on my options and risk, I have decided to leave the rudder in place, outdoors, for the winter.

This will be my winter project for the 2018/2019 winter season.

Thanks to all for your input. It was helpful, and greatly appreciated!

-BC

Drill two holes in the bottom, two on the side (to prevent vacuum) and let it dry for the winter. Then fill with MarineTex, sand paint. Not a big job.

[Mike OReilly]

Originally Posted by Tetepare

Drill two holes in the bottom, two on the side (to prevent vacuum) and let it dry for the winter. Then fill with MarineTex, sand paint. Not a big job.

What he says .