linear drive units/ tiller pilot issues

[Boatguy30]

Had an email back from Brian. He didn't even offer to sell me anything! I emailed him back asking about that.

Interesting comment about the raymarine drive units. I did not realize they sere so troublesome. The TP uses a belt drive which maybe is better like the 1000 and 2000 but I think the ball screw is heavier in the TP30s than in the RM2000.

I could always try to get an X5 and drive the TP motor with that, but I think the pelagic setup will be more reasonable.

Also the end ball joint is getting noticeable worn. Has anyone replaced that with something like a metal tiller extension joint?

[BobJ]

The General replaced his with a metal piece. The easiest way is to buy RM's 1" Pushrod Extension (P/N D003) and drill a hole in it. Then it's already threaded. Otherwise I have a bag full of the plastic ones but they probably look like yours!

Brian's wand has a SS tip instead of plastic. "He didn't even offer to sell me anything!" If you're wanting sales hype I can send a copier salesman or insurance guy over.

[Boatguy30]

I talked with him today. I guess he's not making any units till later in the summer. So he's going to put a deposit tab on his shopping cart for those of us wanting one then.