Rudder post size.

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  1. Jay Jennings

    Jay Jennings Well-Known Member

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    Hello all, Can anyone tell me the size of the posts on a set of Battler's size 6 rudders. I have ordered a set but want to install the tubes ASAP. Thanks Jay
     
    Jay Jennings, Apr 7, 2008
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  2. Lou

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    Should be 1/8th rods.
     
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  3. Jay Jennings

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    Thank you. I assume you mean the tubes need to accommodate a 1/8 diameter rod.
    Jay
     
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    yup that the size of em there jay:p but im not sure what size of tube it is u need
     
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  5. djranier

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    5/32 tube is what he needs, it holds the 1/8 inch shaft on the rudder.
     
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    Thanks again!!
     
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  7. Lou

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    Try cutting two small pieces of 5/32 tubing (maybe 1/4 inch). Then make the main tube out of one size larger copper tube. Insert the 5/32 in each end, you have now created a rudder shaft with two bushings on each end. Put a little lithium grease inside and insert the rudder post. The grease will stop the water from coming in as well as keeping the turning of the post effortless as possible.
     
    Lou, Apr 8, 2008
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