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| Author: | edrobinson [ Tue Aug 24, 2010 9:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | 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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| Author: | MBounds [ Wed Aug 25, 2010 4:04 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder cams |
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. |
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| Author: | edrobinson [ Wed Aug 25, 2010 5:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder cams |
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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