I have read many previous threads on repacking rudders and replacing bearings. I can move both of my rudders by hand under the boat and they have what I am sure is too much play. Now is the time to deal with it since we're out of the water.

Some say that there are no bearings (?) and others say that there are bearings and that they are the same as the shaft bearings but half the length. If there are no bearings, what do you do about the extra play? Just repack and see if that helps the looseness? That doesn't sound right. The bedding is fine and they do not leak, but they feel loose from the bottom.

Suggestions/clarificantions anyone??