[quote=shortyfox]I'm not familiar with the P-16 rudder system but I have to say that replacing the two pintles with a one piece steel rod is better if you can do it. You may have to slide them in from the bottom and you may find that the drain plugs will prevent them from falling out. The reason I like this method is that it eliminates a lot of the slop you get with older boats that have the holes in the rudder castings routed out. There are also bushings you can use to stiffen the rudders and using both these techniques will really stiffen the rudders. Hardware stores sell steel rods and if you can find one the appropriate diameter try it and see. It won't be stainless but you can coat it with grease and if you like it you can source out some stainless.[/quote]
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