Measured rudder, Buck now Hydrosearch rudder fits exact measurements. PN 10R40SS1.5 Ordered from Deep Blue, had in stock.
I would think rudder trailing edge would cut line before bent 1-1/2" dia shaft but who knows??
I ordered the new rudder. The elimination of schedule risk and my worrying about it all winter won out. The boat is blocked at a typical height,...
It's an interesting dilema. They will be unable to do anything with the rudder until spring as there is no access to the boat with the travel...
For anyone it might help, mine is a 1989 model. I measured the current rudders and the replacement is a Buck-Algonquin/Hydrasearch Recreational...