What tool for nut on my rudder

Started by GeoffV, August 29 2025, 14:56

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GeoffV

Picture of the M75-377 dimensions M48x2mm

Yngmar

formerly Songbird - Bavaria 40 Ocean (2001) -- now gone farming

MagicalArmchair


 
I used one of these - although mine was pretty loose  :-X - good luck!

My write up of our adventure is here: https://www.sailingmirage.uk/blog/seizing-up-rudder-on-passage-how-to-replace-your-rudder-bearings/

Samoerai

I used something like this:

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Not really made for the job, but 'good enough' to get the nut fixed.

GeoffV

My rudder nut is recessed down in the deck fitting so I need the proper tool shown above.
Its on its way to me now as the boat comes out next Wednesday.

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