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hhh
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Initially Posted - 05/11/2006 :  20:03:48  Show Profile
Where can I obtain a replacement rudder for my 25. It has a hull number of 376. I broke it this afternoon while the boat was on the trailer. It broke off clean at the lower fitting. Any help would be appreciated.hhh
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 05/11/2006 :  20:11:31  Show Profile
Welcome to the forum Mr. Heinze, sorry to hear about your rudder!

Catalina Yachts may still sell replacement rudders for the C25. You may want to contact them first.

[url="http://www.catalinayachts.com/"]Catalina Yachts[/url]

Additionally, Catalina Direct (a Catalina dealer specializing in Catalina parts) sells a couple versions of the C25 rudder. I recommend getting the balanced rudder.

[url="http://www.catalinadirect.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=761"]Catalina Direct Balanced Rudder[/url]

Good luck.
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djn
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Response Posted - 05/11/2006 :  20:23:45  Show Profile
Sorry to hear about your rudder. You might want to go the the swap meet and look for a post about parts for a c25. It is posted by Boatgt. He has a balanced rudder for sail. Cheers.
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Champipple
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Response Posted - 05/11/2006 :  21:05:00  Show Profile  Visit Champipple's Homepage
Any chance you want to put that boat on the trailer and head up here to nationals in Cleveland??
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hhh
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Response Posted - 05/11/2006 :  21:51:42  Show Profile
We do good to get our craft to the lake in the spring and back to the shed each fall. Thanks for the invite.hhh
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Dave Bristle
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Response Posted - 05/11/2006 :  22:49:08  Show Profile
Here's another vote for the newer, balanced rudder (in case you have any choice). It's like adding power steering to your boat. Your vintage is no issue.
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Gloss
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Response Posted - 05/12/2006 :  13:19:40  Show Profile
I always tell folks to be sure of your measurements if you are going for a balanced rudder. There are three different sizes made by Catalina. I got this information straight from Catalina when I bought a replacement for mine. I faxed them measurements from my then existing balanced rudder on my 89, and they still sent the wrong one. They paid for shipping a replacement and threw in a new tiller for my trouble.
Sorry you old hands out there for reading this whenever someone asks about a rudder
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Shauneen
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Response Posted - 05/12/2006 :  21:23:47  Show Profile
Hi
My rudder showed signs of failing, delamination etc. I ordered a new one from www.idasailor.com. It is made from some type of plastic and has a lifetime warrenty. The owner was very accomadating the rudder arrived about 3 weeks after I ordered. The boat isn't in the water yet but I beleive several others on the forum have purchased the same rudder and may be able to comment on performance.
Shauneen
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boatgt
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Response Posted - 05/12/2006 :  21:54:38  Show Profile
Shauneen,
Did you sail much with your stock rudder? Just wanted to get your opinion on the difference between the two. Gary sold his like new idasailor rudder on the swap meet and went back to his previous rudder.
Gene
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Shauneen
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Response Posted - 05/13/2006 :  05:14:07  Show Profile
We are working on the boat at home. I don't expect to get it in the water before June but will post a review then.
Shauneen
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oldsalt
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Response Posted - 05/13/2006 :  09:47:12  Show Profile
The balanced rudder is an incredible upgrade; you have to sail with one to believe how much differently the steering feels.

I got mine from Catalina direct several years ago and believe it set me back around $400.

If you do decide to go with the balanced rudder; make sure you tell CD the year and hull number of your boat so you get the right one. I strongly advise you to order it with new pintles already installed so they match up properly to the position of your gudgeons.
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White Duck
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Response Posted - 05/14/2006 :  21:06:52  Show Profile
I bought a rudder from Ida Sailor. Great product and great service. Rudder feels like it is balanced. In 15 kts and 25 degrees heel it required little pressure to hold the point of sail. Old rudder was a bear in these conditions. I am totally pleased with this rudder. White Duck, '81 FKSR.
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stampeder
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Response Posted - 05/15/2006 :  17:20:03  Show Profile
I just painted my rudder, it looks like its original equipment. There are a few 'craze' lines on it, in non-critical areas. Can a rudder be expected to last 'forever' if treated properly? My boat is an '81 and I'm wondering if I've gotten more out of it than is normal.
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