A while ago there was some interest in a source for rudder bearings
for the Express27, and I expressed some interest in solving the
problem. I contacted several companies that specialize in bearings
for boats and they wanted 325-400$ a set which I considered to be
outrageous. So I picked their brains about materials and tolerances
and made my own. I have them on my boat and couldn’t be happier.
There is no slop when the boat is sailing and they eliminated an
annoying hum the boat made when it got going fast.
If anyone is interested I can make you a set for 125.00$. The
material I use is specifically designed for bearings unlike the PVC
ones that came with the boats. The material is dimensionally stable,
won’t absorb water, and it is self-lubricating. They should last for
many years of hard use! If you’re interested you can contact me via
e-mail at [email protected] or call me at home at (209) 478-5411.
I should be able to have bearings to you within a week. If you’re not
completely satisfied with your new bearings just send them back and
I’ll return your money.
-Russ Rieber
-Express27 #22
-Hurricane
