Hi everybody!
My M-17 Sunflower has been at the spa for a bit of an overhaul.  Photos and narration are available at the following link: http://msog.org/how-to/centerboard/cbrepair_johnson.cfm
There are detailed photos including the centerboard completely removed, as well as some insight as to what goes on inside that keel/centerboard rig.  Click photos for greater detail.  Extra thanks to Doug King for providing such a wonderful website.
enjoy!
Martin Johnson
M-17 1976 #218 Sunflower
Duluth, MN