Trojan Boat Forum

I actually picked up a 25' dual axle trailer and had the local haul out drop it onto the trailer with no problems. Unfortunately I set the bunks a little too low and I ended up bending my rudder when I drove over a dip in my drive way. I would definitely recommend removing the rudder before traileri...

Looking to buy a running chrysler 318 for a repower in an F-26. Anyone have anything on the west coast?

Thanks,

James

Finally got it out!! The puller worked like a charm.

I had no luck with the liquid wrench and dead blow but I just found a whole drawer of miscellaneous pullers in my shop. Operation "Bent Rudder Removal" continues tomorrow!

Did you loosen/ remove the packing nut ? also check for burrs in the shaft . I would think twice about heat theres fumes in the bilge All the hardware is removed, just have 32 years of salt/corrosion build up on the shaft making it difficult to remove. If I end up applying heat I'll torch it from t...

I'm having a heck of a time getting the rudder out. I was able to get all the hardware removed with no problem. I was actually able to get the rudder to drop about 5 inches now she's being stubborn. I saturated it with liquid wrench and I'm hoping that will do the trick tomorrow morning. Otherwise I...

Funny you mentioned digging a hole. I was thinking the same thing today while looking at the poor old rudder. I'm on a trailer and on relatively soft ground so the "hole trick" seems like my best bet. I priced out a new rudder today at $300 and was informed the rudder on my boat is bronze ...

randyp wrote:I've got a schematic of the rudder assembly bracket, collar, etc from my F-26 owner's manual. I can email it to you (pdf). At least you'll know how it comes apart!

Thanks Randy I appreciate the info.

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Thanks for the replies. Anyone happen to know the size of the
F-26 rudder/shaft if I do end up having to replace it? I'm going to price one out just to see what the going rate is.

Is it cost effective to have a bent rudder repaired/straightened or should I opt for a new one? Finally got my F-26 on a trailer this week but unfortunately I set the bunks about 1/2" too low and the rudder hit a low spot in my driveway and bent about 20 degrees. Funny because there was no rudd...

I'd like to order one, where should I send payment?

Thanks!

James

I know it's not the best idea in the world, but could I feasibly put my F-26 on a 24' loa trailer? This won't be for towing, just to pull the boat out of the marina to work on it temporarily.

Thanks!

Looking to buy a used trailer on the west coast that can accomodate an F-26. I will pick up.

Thank You!

James

chumwithabottleofrum wrote:James-where are you located? There is a company in the Youngstown OH area that deals in used trailers-drop me an email and Ill send you the link-mikem@nationalshelter.com

I'm located in Northern California, plenty of boats but slim pickens on used trailers.

Thanks!!!

Looking for a used tandem or tri axle trailer on the west coast for my F26. I will pick up.

Thanks,

James
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