Rudder lubrication

Just joined - we have a Freedom 38 (I’m told its the same as an F36, but with added stern platform), we’re in our third season.

Much appreciation in advance for response/advice.

I posted a photo of what appears to be a rudder lubrication fitting on the rudder sleeve on my F36/38. However, I can’t find any mention in the manual about this, and I thought the rudder was lubricated by the water.

Is anyone familiar with this? If so, what is the maintenance schedule, and what grease gun and grease is appropriate?

Hi,

Check out this post from @RadioZephyr on rudder zirk fittings.

Zirk fittings