Chefdt.
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I have a corroded cast aluminium rudder cheek. I Wonder if it's better to repair or replace?
Corroded rudder cheek
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L&VW
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Aluminum can be built up using the heliarc process, and sanded to finish. Professionally, it'll cost at least $100, unless your local High School shop class can provide the service. (Probably free). 
Chefdt.
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I would like to know. I have been told that perhaps it is off an old sunfish. It is currently mounted on a Dyer dingy but not an original Dyer
rudder.
rudder.
Chefdt.
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Thank you for the advice.Aluminum can be built up using the heliarc process, and sanded to finish. Professionally, it'll cost at least $100, unless your local High School shop class can provide the service. (Probably free).
Not a Sunfish rudder (cheek) either.
I would just try to remove most of the corrosion and see if the rudder functions properly.
I would just try to remove most of the corrosion and see if the rudder functions properly.
Chefdt.
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Ok will do that, clean it up The mounting bolts are still solid .