tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7095376.post4637359497748572691..comments2023-10-20T10:40:02.703-05:00Comments on Scott & Sue Sail Away: Tyrell Bay - CarriacouScotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04503021039715479802noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7095376.post-39140529244276584772009-04-13T11:46:00.000-05:002009-04-13T11:46:00.000-05:00Hi Scott,Loved Tyrel Bay, but mostly for giving me...Hi Scott,<BR/><BR/>Loved Tyrel Bay, but mostly for giving me a glimpse at Windward, on the other side. Most interesting primitive boatbuilding spot I found.<BR/><BR/>My Cape Horn windvane has been worth every $$.<BR/><BR/>Most important factor- a servo pendulum vane can only steer the boat if you can with 2 fingers. Balance is super critical.<BR/><BR/>Center cockpit is a challenge b/c the steering action has to be transferred to the wheel, generally by push pull lines. Long run, lots of obstacles.... The Cape Horn can also be connected to the quadrant below deck, however this is not generally better on a center cockpit since that's usually under a bunk. I've seen at least one install that resorted to a permanent installation of an emergency tiller to connect the vane, but this gets messy.<BR/><BR/>The trim tab/ separate rudder type might be tempting, but beware. Rudder forces can be huge, and it's a fools errand to simply bolt an auxiliary steering rig on the transom without thorough engineering and hope for the best. <BR/><BR/>In any installation, consider carefully that both the force and amount of rudder motion will be greater with the vane than a helmsman. This b/c the vane gets stronger as more water flows over the pendulum oar while a human's arms would get tired. Be sure the bearings and rudder support are up to more muscle. Most require some beefing up after if not during installation. <BR/><BR/>In the end, you're in the best place to research this! The best solution for your boat is probably not far away from you on a similar cruising boat. Good luck. Fair winds.<BR/>Chrischrisjmelohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18393080187496560999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7095376.post-73622788817276882202009-04-10T12:32:00.000-05:002009-04-10T12:32:00.000-05:00As always, thanks for being so faithful in keeping...As always, thanks for being so faithful in keeping us all informed with the blog.<BR/><BR/>And Happy Friggin' Easter, especially all you fellow pagans!<BR/><BR/>Rich P!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com