Rudder cams

HI All,

Great forum.

I recently aquired a '79 H16 and it has a problem;

The rudder cams are stuck solid and I have read a number of posts, etc. I am trying to free up the plunger from the cam opening but so far no go.

Wondering if one could use a brass or SS threaded rod in place of the Delrin screw. Would be easy to make and, if it is kept lubed it shouldn't sieze.

Any thoughts?

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'76 Hobie 16

No. Bad idea.

You put two dissimilar metals in an electrolyte (water) and you have a battery. The less noble metal (aluminum) will corrode at a ferocious rate. The metals will be virtually welded together with corrosion.

Replace the plastic screw and put the new one in with a bit of white lithium grease on the threads. No worries.

I thought of that after posting... Using a bit of BFFI I have managed to work the cam loose and get the rudder mechanism to function until I can get a pair of screws.

Thanks for the reply.
Ed

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'76 Hobie 16