CD30 Rudder post water entry

Terry Goodhew · Post by **Terry Goodhew** » May 9th, '02, 17:51

I have a Cape Dory 30 cutter, 1977. The boat was designed with a worm gear steering box made of teakwood and teak wheel. The problem is the fiberglass rudder tube leaks water out of the top of the tube when under power above 4 knots. The wash from the propeller is the cause. The rudder tube is about 5" above the cockpit sole. There is no seal off fitting where the rudder exits the rudder tube. Has any one else experienced this problem? If so, can a split type of gland fitting be intsalled without removing the rudder or steering system? I would appreciate your help.

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