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The crew of Uma replaces their wheel steering system with a custom-designed, extendable tiller to open up cockpit space and improve ergonomics.1:07 The conversion requires extending the original rudder shaft through the cockpit sole using a glass-reinforced plastic tube and a heavy-duty propeller shaft coupler.4:00 To ensure structural integrity, the team machines custom Delrin bushings and a stainless steel shaft extension, aligning the assembly to within one millimeter of the boat's centerline.14:41 The new tiller features an integrated, telescoping extension that allows for steering from inside the dodger or from the side of the cockpit, eliminating the need for external autopilot or wind vane lines on the tiller itself.19:02 By keeping the primary autopilot and wind vane controls connected to the rudder shaft below the cockpit floor, the design maintains a clean, unobstructed cockpit.13:10 The project involves extensive prototyping and three days of final assembly, resulting in a robust, multi-functional steering solution that provides increased leverage and comfort while sailing.21:42

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