First glimpse of my E-Motion Rudder Drive

Jim Walsh · Post by **Jim Walsh** » Jan 5th, '21, 16:51

This new drive system was discussed a few days ago with a couple “friends” from the boatyard.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01NWxJv ... e=emb_logo

In my absence they felt the need to add a mock-up to my rudder and texted me a photo of their handiwork. Clearly idle hands are the devil’s workshop.

Post by **fmueller** » Jan 5th, '21, 19:29

Finally a good use for all that Amazon cardboard !

Frenchy · Post by **Frenchy** » Jan 6th, '21, 04:59

I think you're on to something, there, Jim. Figure out how to support a short shaft inside the rudder with
bearings, add a universal joint between the prop shaft and rudder and then you could star in a "shark tank" episode.
Good luck- Jean

ghockaday · Post by **ghockaday** » Jan 6th, '21, 05:43

Cute, gotta love a little humor, there is too little in the world now. Dennis

Steve Laume · Post by **Steve Laume** » Jan 6th, '21, 08:56

It's clear that I missed some fun.

You are going to have to replace any extra fuel jugs with at least a half a dozen big batteries, lashed to the rail, for your next Bermuda trip.

Now you will be able to have a slip that isn't all the way out at the end of the docks and you could back right in.

I do hope your new installation isn't the cheap version with the fixed blade propeller, Steve.

ghockaday · Post by **ghockaday** » Jan 6th, '21, 09:11

Jim, check your messages. Dennis

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