Hydraulic steering

The hydraulic piston is bolted to a small stainless steel platform with 4 bolts. It has flexible joint to allow for the perpendicular movement of the arm. Red points are to be connected with elbows and the hydraulic hoses led to the steering hydraulic pump in the helm.

Windshield mockup

 The windshield mockup made as template for the safety glass manufacturer.

Strut

The strut holds the shaft in the proper place together with the axial bearing and the flexible coupling. Welded pipe to the vertical plate holds brass rubber bearing. The strut is bolted through the keel to the plate inside the boat. The critical part here is to align with the shaft to prevent side wear of the rubber and vibration.

Rudder

Bronze rudder made from 3 pieces. The rudder itself, gasket housing and a tiller. The housing is long enough. Double O-ring (greased) is on the rudder to prevent the water leak in the boat. 

Strut log welded

The piece is welded from a flat piece with oval opening and a pipe. Pipe is cut respecting the needed angle and than spot welded on the boat, checked and fully welded from underneath. Some grinding is needed to leave enough space for the shaft. The plate is to be drilled and attached to the boat using a sealant. Rubber gasket with O ring will be strapped to the pipe and connected to the cooling/lubrication.