Why is motorized steering so hard with rudders down

[Starscream]

Here is a video showing my solution to the problem of rudder kick-up during accidental grounding. Note the change to 3/8" rudder line to allow enough wraps around the cleat.

There were a lot of questions about this technique on a FB thread, so I just video'd it instead of trying to explain. It's worked in multiple grounding events, although it's still quite a severe impact.

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[OverEasy]

Hi Be Free!

That is so cool!
We didn’t even know such a thing existed!!!

That is SOOOOO much better than what we’ve used!!!
We did the break away string as an impromptu fix with what we just happen to have aboard at that moment.
(And, like a lot of things in life that are impromptu solutions of the moment, sorta just kept being used … )
What you’ve done is SO much more well thought out and practical!

No more teasing the Bull Sharks!

Do you recall where the cleats came from or what they are called?

Thank you!!!!

Best Regards
Over Easy

[Be Free]

Here's one at West Marine.
https://www.westmarine.com/buy/clamclea ... t--1158443

[OverEasy]

Hi Be Free!

Thank you!
A pair will be on order as soon as we get back down South.

Again thank you!

Best Regards
Over Easy

[OverEasy]

Hi StarScream!

The video link comes back as an error message…

Best Regards
Over Easy

[Be Free]

Hi Be Free!

Thank you!
A pair will be on order as soon as we get back down South.

Again thank you!

Best Regards
Over Easy

Look around. West Marine is seldom the least expensive option. They are great when you need it today though!

I don't know if you noticed but there were two fairleads on the transom to route each of the white ropes from the bottom of the rudder up toward the cleat. Altogether it's two cleats, four fairleads, large lifting line (easier on your hands), small downhaul line, and shock cord.

[OverEasy]

Thanks