Steve: Hmmm... your keel LOOKS pretty good. Have you tried pressing from the bottom of the keel with a jack instead of winching? Does it move up to the midpoint and then stop? Rust expands a lot... it can take up to 20x the volume of the original steel, so that's what I'd expect first. Once it dries out, see if you can dislodge some flakes with a few whacks with a hammer. You could also try squirting a can of silicone lubricant up in the slot. I'll get the photos of mine posted when I get a chance. Best BG -- Brian Gilbert Marine Media Author, Fix It and Sail (423)876-9990 3404 Hartford Drive Chattanooga, TN 37415 www.sailingsmall.com
Through alternated means of torture I was only able to get the keel down about halfway and there it froze up hard; almost impossible to winch backup.