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Subject: Re: Trapper 501 rudder


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Date Posted: 17/11/03 17:20:21
In reply to: poul christensen 's message, "Re: Trapper 501 rudder" on 17/11/03 10:35:42

I think the propwash on the rudder is a function of their proximity to each other. As I said, it certainly catches the unwary helm out, but given that my autohelm never once complained about it I'd say the forces involved are very low, certainly less than when sailing unbalanced.

I say this but then powerboats have similar setups, perhaps wheeled steering disguises this, though powerboats tend to have smaller rudders proportionately than yachts.

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