Re: M_Boats: Sequencing on launch

[ron and cathryn goodspeed]

Hello Sandra,  When launching we install the rubber/ tiller before 
launching.  A small line is lead from a transom mounted eye through a 
faired hole in the rudder to a transom mounted cleat opposite.  
Tightening this line raises and turns the rudder for more clearance-  I 
want to try using it while hove to, think it might work to hold the 
rudder over while shortening the main.  We recently installed a Suzuki 
6hp longshaft on the original transom cutout, still breaking the motor 
in, works well and the prop cannot hit the tiller; we do have to lift 
the tiller somewhat when coming about to port tack but not so high as to 
be a problem [this only happens when the motor is in the horizontal, 
full up position].  We typically use both tiller and motor near the 
docks and have motorsailed quite nicely with motor at a fast idle.

Best Wishes,  Ron and Cathryn Goodspeed  1974 M17  "hula pie"  #025

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