fixntheboat
Member II
Refitting a 1973 E32-2, Was removing rudder, and entire packing sleeve( ? nomenclature) inside of boat comes off of ...Only a 1.5" flange of fiberglass inside, only one of the hose clamps,of 4, on the Furnco(rubber) collar fitting was or would be holding it in place...Not much of a seal in any seas... Any suggestions..?? Extending the fiber flange of hull seems needed,, anyone dealt with this. ? upgrade to bearing sleeve.?. worried about angle, of new flange pipe, to post flange in cockpit.. Colorado sailor and land locked for input... Any total refit info welcome.. boat has new engine and the interior is in good shape, but rigging and deck are rough