Life In Balance
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A minor grounding damaged the bottom edge of the rudder on my Beneteau Oceanis 370. The rudder is fiberglass with a wood core. When I attempted to repair the damage with fiberglass, I noticed a very slow drip of water coming from the rudder. I probably would not have noticed it if I hadn't run my hand over the damaged area. I assume the water is rainwater entering the rudder from the top where the rudder post enters the rudder body. I'm concerned about the condition of the wood core. It is a 20-year old boat which I have owned for the past 3 years, so I have no idea how long the leak has existed. The rudder seems solid, but I am still considering injecting some Git.Rot into it. I'd appreciate any input anyone may have.