{"product_id":"west-591","title":"Aluminum Rudder Anode 2-13\/16\" CMT-R02AL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eThe CMT-R02AL is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"124\"\u003e2-13\/16\" aluminum rudder anode\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to protect rudders and submerged metal components from galvanic corrosion. 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corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eCompact size for smaller applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"807\"\u003ePerforms well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"805\"\u003esaltwater and brackish water\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eDirect OEM-style replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eApplication \/ Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eDesigned for use on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eSmall rudders (sailboats and inboards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eTrim tabs and small underwater hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eShafts and fittings (size permitting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e✔ Ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003ecompact rudder setups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e✔ Universal-style fit (verify dimensions before install)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eSerial Number \/ Fitment Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eAlways confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eDiameter (\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e2-13\/16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eMounting bolt size and spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eRudder thickness and profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eProper fitment is critical for effective corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eAnode is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e50% or more consumed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eUneven or excessive pitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eLoss of proper bonding\/contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eSeasonal maintenance or haul-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eInstallation 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data-end=\"1820\"\u003eCMT-R02Z\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eMagnesium variant available for freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eFor smaller boats or tight rudder clearances, this size is ideal. 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