Sandy, Sure don't want to imply this is THE way, The only Way, or necessarily The right way, as there is always room for debate and different techniques and products...however....I'll post the link of the way that I happened to repair and refinish the rudder on our M23 "Dauntless". it has served me well for about 5 years. I am just to the point now that it's about time to refinish it. Hope this helps. _http://havasumontgomerys.piczo.com/?g=20991177&cr=1_ (http://havasumontgomerys.piczo.com/?g=20991177&cr=1) and by the way....My Uncle lives on one of the lagoons just South of Barneget Light...I think the town is Harvey Cedars???. Or at least he did, I haven't seen him in 20+ years. But if you know Pete or Pat Mulligan say Hi for me. They'll probably say ...Who??? lol small world Sean :-) _www.havasumontgomerys.piczo.com_ (http://www.havasumontgomerys.piczo.com) www.sailhavasu.com