Thanks you too all who contributed to assisting me with this project. Just a few notes here to possibly help others dealing with this project in the future. To clean the rudder post of rust and salt d

James, I used your suggestion to get the majority of the second ring removed. It worked, but it was a slow and tedious process as the material was only coming out in pieces, Dan, Thank you for referri

Good day all, I’m having difficulty removing the old packing material. I was successful getting the top ring out albeit with much difficulty, but I can’t seem to make much headway with the second ring

I haven’t gotten that far yet Bill. Currently working on cleaning everything up. I will report back when I do. All the best, Paul Stascavage SM #466 - s/v Rita Kathryn On The Hard - Severn Yachting Ce

Bill R, The diameter of the Rudder Shaft Post measured exactly 50 mm using a digital caliper which means the circumference should be 157.08 mm The wealth of information on this forum never ceases to a

Eric, Bill, Danny, and Jarek, Thank you for your replies. I guess I’m going to have to cut the rings myself. If anyone has any additional advice, I would greatly appreciate it. All the best, Paul Stas

Good day all, I recently ordered the packing material from AMEL. I specifically requested: "Quantity 2 - Package of 3 rings of packing material for the Rudder Post" What I received was two individual

Thank you Aras, Bert Jabins looks like a very capable yard. Mark M, thanks for reaching out to me. The information you provided was very helpful Mrk G, Severn Yachting Center looks like a very good op

Good day all, We need to haul the RK in the near future for an insurance survey and while out we want to repaint the bottom. In case we need to re-epoxy the cast iron keel this time around, I want to

Good day all, We were recently in Hampton VA where we had the replacement boom blocks noted in the original post fabricated. As I had a need for an additional block, I contacted Andre from Gilliam Wel

Mohammed, The panels are SunPower semi flexible 170 watt panels. The controllers are 100/15 Victron MPPT’s The panels were about $500 each and the controllers were about 140 each. If you are going to

Hello Mohammad Yes, that is at 24 volts. So far the output has been exceeding my expectations. Feel free to reach out with any additional questions. All the Best, Paul Stascavage S/V Rita Kathryn SM #

Hello Kent i hope all is well with you and Iris. We have 680 watts on the Bimini (four 170 watt panels). 340 Port and 340 Sartboard. The panels on each side are connected in series with each side goin

Bill i would like to second your comments. Here, here! All the Best, Paul Stascavage S/V Rita Kathryn SM #466 RitaKathryn.com Currently Exploring City Island

Hello Mohammad, I would be more than happy to answer your questions and share any information that may be helpful. I would suggest you first read the following post which will answer many or your ques

Andy, Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the group. You will find a wealth of information and help here from some very knowledgeable and like minded sailors. I was given some very good ad

Thanks Craig, We are guests at the City Island Yacht Club but enjoyed visiting the Harlem Yacht Club restaurant when we were here last year. It is a great club. If they open up for outdoor dining whil

Hello Stuart I am not familiar with the 55 but maybe another 55 owner or forum expert has the answer? Thought I’d give the thread a bump. All the best Paul Stascavage S/V Rita Kathryn SM 466 Currently

Courtney We had our whole Bimini replaced last November/December by topstitch. They did a good job. What is your email address and phone number? I will try to get them to reach out to you. All the Bes

Bill, We had a cover made out of the Bimini material that goes over the clear window panels. This protects them from the elements and prevents the sun from cooking the cockpit occupants when we don’t