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General| Auxiliary rudder | Yes |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Suitable for boat length | Up to 60 feet |
| Mounting | Transom mounted |
| Operation | Mechanical wind vane |
| Type | Windvane self-steering system |
Explains how the windvane steers the boat using the servo-pendulum mechanism.
Steps for setting the course, fine-tuning, and limiting yaw for optimal steering.
How to integrate an electric autopilot with the self-steering system.
Steps 1 & 2: Positioning, tracing, drilling, and fastening the mounting tube.
Steps 3 & 4: Installing the control axle, quadrant, and windvane tower.
Guidance on correct fore-and-aft placement and required height above the waterline.
Detailed procedures for marking and drilling the hole for the mounting tube.
Securing the forward end of the mounting tube using provided struts.
Instructions for attaching the aft end to fiberglass or wooden hulls.
Instructions for installing the mounting tube on metal hulls (steel or aluminum).
Step-by-step guide to inserting and aligning the control axle into the mounting tube.
How to install and position the diagonal braces for the windvane tower.
Securing the windvane tower to the main horizontal axle.
Connecting the internal control mechanism to the steering oar.
How to connect control lines directly to the boat's existing steering system.
Correct placement of turning blocks for optimal line routing and a 2:1 ratio.
Detailed instructions for connecting control lines to a boat's steering wheel.
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