Peterson Cutter - Rudder Repairs on the KP44

A number of Peterson Cutter owners have contributed articles on rudder repairs and related issues. This page collects these resources to help KP44 owners address common rudder problems.

Rudder Repair Resources

Rudder Shaft Corrosion
Tim's photos show the crevice corrosion these rudders are subject to.
KP44 Canopus
Removing the Rudder
Rick Crane has written on the methods used to remove and replace the rudder on a KP44.
KP44 Sea Crane
Rebuilding the Rudder
Tom and Wendy Hoffman's photo-essay on how they rebuilt their ship's rudder. Includes photos of their shaft seal replacement.
KP44 Persistence
Rebuilding The Rudder
Greg Rodgers provides detailed instructions on rudder rebuilding.
KP44 Second Sally
Rudder Failure and Repair
Britt Finley exhibits a bit of seamanship when his rudder fails near Fiji.
KP44 Restless
Totally Rebuilding The Rudder
A comprehensive guide to completely rebuilding a KP44 rudder.
KP44 Deo Volente
Fixing Hull Seams
A related issue, bow seam voids, is discussed by two KP44 owners in this article.

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