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rudder packing

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sail410
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rudder packing

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I am tightening the rudder packing on my 28, but can't get the lock nut loose. I am turning it clockwise looking from above to loosen the lock nut. Is that correct? Then I tighten the top again clockwise and bring the lock nut back up against it counter clock wise. I think I am correct but just want to check.
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Re: rudder packing

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Slack the bottom off first, then tighten the top - both will go the same direction effectively in a clockwise direction looking downwards towards the bilge.

Mine was a pig to get moving at first so I covered it in penetrating fluid the day prior to tackling the job.
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Hull Number AUL28489L900
Yanmar 6LP-STE
Built in Portsmouth RI, USA - Berthed in Portsmouth Hampshire, United Kingdom.
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