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Aries Windvane
22 December 2016 · 2 min · 10K views
What this video covers
Peter installs an Aries windvane on his 9-metre sailboat to automate steering.0:28 He creates access to the rudder connection pole by cutting a new service flap into the transom.0:42 Initial attempts to attach the windvane control lines to the pole using standard clips prove difficult because the lines remain under high tension, making them hard to release.1:00 To resolve this, he installs a custom screw-based attachment point that allows for easier connection and disconnection of the lines while they are under load.1:20 He mounts the deflection pulleys asymmetrically to prevent the control lines from rubbing against each other during operation.1:56 These modifications ensure the windvane remains functional and easy to adjust while underway. Customising the connection point and pulley alignment simplifies the process of engaging and disengaging the windvane under tension.
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