Rudder blades are $215 ea, and castings are $297 ea from murrays.com

My picture was taken yesterday morning. By yesterday afternoon the rudder wouldn't stay locked down because the lock bolt shifted (clockwise in the picture) and the 2 sides of the blade have separated, etc.

When it was locked down the rudder blade at the bottom had about 3/4" play fore and aft due to movement of the spring bolt in the deformed (widened) slot in the casting. I was hoping someone would confirm that the slot (covered by the spring bolt in the picture)was not supposed to be wider at that point than the rest of the slot. I was curious to know if it could be repaired. Probably not.

I have read all the recent threads and was encouraged to see P19 sailors posting here. I am still encouraging the crew to work the jib so not ready for a spinnaker yet. Foil, maybe after the rudders.

The castings are so expensive I am wondering if I should just put up with the wobble. Sounds like longer blades will be worth it.

Thanks for the replies.