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Peregrine
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Response Posted - 04/16/2016 : 16:23:58

Over the years Peregrine has had quite a few additions, new main, new motor mount and motor, Tohatsu,. New cushions, a bow roller and a new furler.
But this last year she got a custom cover. Something I should have done years ago.
Made by Fairclough it is tough, they have the pattern and it fit beautifully.
Admittedly we did not have a bad winter but we did have a few pretty heavy snows.
Peregrine came through dry and protected.

John Gisondi
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Edited by - Peregrine on 04/16/2016 16:26:39

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Response Posted - 05/01/2016 : 12:27:22

Good evening all,
I was reading the posts and have a question on the 'tiller pilot'.
Are you all referring to the electric model?
I am looking at the 'wavefront tiller clutch'. All manual and looks good for short times away from the helm.
Does anyone have any experience with one of these? If so, can I get use the standard or do I need the HD model?
Thanks
Jay

Jay
South County RI
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dasreboot
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Response Posted - 05/02/2016 : 12:14:23

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Originally posted by jaydon

Good evening all,

Does anyone have any experience with one of these? If so, can I get use the standard or do I need the HD model?
Thanks
Jay

I like one that adjusts for resistance, not just "on or off"

Todd Lewis
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islander
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Response Posted - 05/02/2016 : 13:50:06

The Davis Tiller Tamer is fully adjustable for resistance or you can lock it down. Its kinda the go to in tiller tamers and for much less than the one you are showing. I have one and it works fine.

Scott-"IMPULSE"87'C25/SR/WK/Din.#5688
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Lee Panza
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Response Posted - 05/02/2016 : 20:54:56

Like so many other things, there are different - but perfectly valid - perspectives on securing the tiller. I've read of some interesting DIY arrangements, including some that allow for a bit of give, and I think a lot of people are happy with the Davis Tiller Tamer. My experience with the Davis device was not so positive. After going through two of them in fairly short order (plastic, not sturdy) I tried the WaveFront unit, and it has proved to be one of the best things I've put on the boat. Even when I'm using the tiller pilot (an old Autohelm 800 that came with the boat) I often disengage it and use the tiller clutch intermittently. However, whenever sea conditions require me to steer (or when I just prefer to steer manually) the tiller clutch gets a lot of use. It's so quick to engage and to disengage that I actually use it more while manually steering than as a temporary helm-lashing to allow me to get away from the tiller. It is indispensable for tacking single-handed. I'm on my third control line - they do wear out - but I haven't detected any reduction in holding power when I've replaced the control line. The unit seems to be holding up well after a few years of continuous operation. In terms of amount of use I'd say the tiller clutch has the edge over my tiller pilot, although they're both wonderful devices in their own right. If I lost both of them, however, I'd replace the clutch immediately and give more thought to replacing the pilot.

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Peregrine
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Response Posted - 05/03/2016 : 08:34:03

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Originally posted by jaydon

Good evening all,
I was reading the posts and have a question on the 'tiller pilot'.
Are you all referring to the electric model?
I am looking at the 'wavefront tiller clutch'. All manual and looks good for short times away from the helm.
Does anyone have any experience with one of these? If so, can I get use the standard or do I need the HD model?
Thanks
Jay

I found a "Tiller Tamer" on the boat when I bought her but did not like the way it looked on the tiller.
I use a 1/4" piece of bungee cord with loops on the ends for the cleats and through a clove hitch over the tiller. It holds the tiller fine and I can shove the tiller to port or starboard without removing it if I need a quick adjustment.
Old school is to do the same with a piece of line but I like the flexibility of the bungee cord. Also it keeps my tiller clean.

John Gisondi
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jaydon
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Response Posted - 05/03/2016 : 10:51:16

I would like to thank everyone for the input.
I also did a search and found many reviews of all the methods.
I have decided on the Wavefront Tiller clutch.
I emailed wavefront and they told me, while the standard model would work, they recommend the HD 'X' model.
I think the ease of use with the lever convinced me.
I wish I could afford an auto pilot, but it's a little steep for me right now.
Again, thanks for all the advice.
Jay

Jay
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jaydon
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Response Posted - 05/10/2016 : 14:13:32

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Originally posted by indecentseas

5. Carabiners to attach my bumpers to the stanchions.

I just love this idea!!! So much easier than tying and untying
Jay

Jay
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Edited by - jaydon on 05/10/2016 14:14:34

OJ
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Response Posted - 05/12/2016 : 15:32:09

Changes made beyond normal maintenance:
Moving traveler just aft of companionway - way more enjoyable sailing
Adding bimini (including aft extension)
Roller furling

Other small stuff:
Lines back to cockpit + clutches
Clutches for fender lines

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1973 McVay Minuet 19
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