Bertram33 User Forum

Well, it's an old thread, but It's great that you're taking steps to protect your rudder roller bearings and other metal components. However, it's important to verify if Max Wax is specifically designed for underwater applications. Rudder bearings are constantly exposed to water, so a marine-grade a...

A good power wash and paint will definitely help, especially if there's significant growth. Aim to get the bottom as smooth as possible. Losing 50-ish RPMs after three years with four-blade props suggests a potential pitch issue.