I have a 2004 mk2. The strut divot under the aft bunk is always full of saltwater. From time to time, the flooring in the aft cabin gets wet, and small amounts of saltwater accumulates in the bildge. I can't honestly say if it is worse in following seas, or heavy weather.
I suspect the packing needs to be replaced in the rudder stuffing box. I've purchased the stuffing, but short of removing the aft water tank, I have no idea how to reach the 3rd or 3 bolts compressing the packing material in the box. Furthermore, I'm a little nervous about undertaking this repair while the boat is in the water.
Has anyone successfully completed this repair? While the boat has been in the water?
Grateful for any advice.
I suspect the packing needs to be replaced in the rudder stuffing box. I've purchased the stuffing, but short of removing the aft water tank, I have no idea how to reach the 3rd or 3 bolts compressing the packing material in the box. Furthermore, I'm a little nervous about undertaking this repair while the boat is in the water.
Has anyone successfully completed this repair? While the boat has been in the water?
Grateful for any advice.