not a big deal just trying to improve maneuvering when in tight areas in wind and current.
the stock 12 steering in a straight line is about the same as my outack with the sailing rudder. the problem is when stopped, depending on how the current and wind is, it will take a few kicks to get it going in the direction you want it to go. some say they have problems with drifting but i can get the yak bow turned the direction i want it in just by using the rudder, so thats not a problem for me.
be careful when at high speed and turning sharp. it reacts fast
Well, looks like there is no PM feature on this site, so I'll just ask - would you be interested in making me two of these rudders (I have two PA's)? I'll pay whatever you ask!
I don't have any experience cutting polycarbonate so the chances of me making this by myself are pretty remote!
How does that lexan cut, sand, and drill? I have a jig saw and basic dremel, will those do well enough? Anything special to know? I chipped my regular rudder and was going to buy a sailing rudder but I may jus get a sheet of it
How does that lexan cut, sand, and drill? I have a jig saw and basic dremel, will those do well enough? Anything special to know? I chipped my regular rudder and was going to buy a sailing rudder but I may jus get a sheet of it
I use it at work all the time. You should use sharp blades and bits to keep the chips to a minimum. For a very clean cut with a jig saw, sandwich it between a couple pieces of plywood, or whatever you have. Works for drilling holes too, if you don't have a sharp bit. It sands easily enough.
is there any chance you made a template for the rudder? I just picked up the lexan and was going to try to make a template then cut it out... But if you made a template and traced it out on paper perhaps you could share it with us???
i dont think i have the template but i will check on monday when i get to work.
i used a piece of cardboard then wrapped it in duct tape to stiffen it up some.
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