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How do you apply it and how hot do you go? Brass starts to have structural change at 495F and annuals around 700F from what I've read. Do you heat the outside of the strut while under tension of a puller? Thanks!

Hi Noah,

I have not, but was thinking about trying that. Would a heat gun work? Or are you suggesting an actual propane torch?

Hi Aaron,

I think I've given up on trying to press it out. I'm worried I will damage the strut in the process and worked out some of the rubber thinking I might be able to get enough clearance to remove the shaft. I was successful removing the rubber, but now the press has very little material to press against. Dumb mistake in hindsight.

WRT the set screw, I've brushed the struct down to the brass and do not see any sign of holes.

So I think I'm going to drop the rudder so I can cut it out. Probably should start a new post asking for advice on dropping the rudder. Any advice on dropping the rudder. I see there is a cap, I need to remove, something I need to do with the Edson steering disk (possibly completely remove it), and then loosen compression bearing/stuffing box. Does that sound right?

Thanks,

Gene

Hi,

I've got a frozen cutlass bearing and it won't budget. I tried machining my own tool with steel plates and 3/8" rods, and am finding that I am bending the double steel plates on either end as I try to get the bearing out. as I tighten it up. Any recommendations? I hate to have to drop the rudder. The shaft is free, but cannot clear the rudder.

I'd be interested in getting access to the group's tool. I see the design is similar but more reinforced than mind with the double bracing.

I'm near Annapolis if anyone else has recommendations of who might be able to help with this problem.

Thank you,

Gene
Seventh Heaven
1988 C34