I have drilled and re-bushed mine as well!! Works wonders and keeps the rudders under the boat. With the slop I had, the rudders would kick back as much as a half inch.

Worth the effort. New castings are $$$$$.

Check the slop between the rudder pin and the gudgeon too. My gudgeons were worn out as well.

Just take your time.

Be sure to use new rudder pins to fit the bushings....

Good Luck!

AJ
Nacra 6.0 Express