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gwolf2, Thanks for the reply, the existing shaft runs from the engine room to the steering gear room where it connects with the rudder post and so the entire shaft is inside the vessel and does not come into contact with water (if it does we have sunk!) Cheers, Marine10

ok that could work. I would estimate a pipe thickness of about 5mm. cheers

DesertFox thanks for the reply. The torsional loading is provided by the water resistance on the rudder, probably 1m2 which can be turned into the oncoming water flow to about 30degrees. The vessel speed is approximately 8mph. The max loading occurs when the vessel is in reverse...

Hi, I am looking to replace an existing steel pipe with a composite pipe for the steering shaft for an 86ft Steel motor barge. I need to do this as this piece needs to be lightweight and removable. Any suggestions as to suitable materials would be greatly appreciated. Our main concern is...