Tiller-Tamer, which is also available from WM, does the same thing. The advantages, to me, are: can run control lines forward and adjust rudder from foredeck, does not block cockpit, does not require 'lockbox'. cheers- Shawn Boles Grey Mist (M17 #276 1978) -----Original Message----- From: Conbert H Benneck [mailto:chbenneck@juno.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2002 7:01 AM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: Re: M_Boats: Forespar tiller extension Steve, The Forespar tiller extension, is a length adjustable aluminum tube with a round rubber ball (for your hand) on one end and a fitting that you insert in a socket on your tiller on the other end. Forespar also has a "Lock Box" which is installed in the backrest of the cockpit. This allows you to put the round ball into a holder, and capture it firmly. You now have a link between tiller and cockpit side that is adjustable in length: i.e., you can adjust it so that it holds your desired course while you do something else. Go to WEST MARINE catalog, - mine is the '99 edition - and on page 537 you will find a picture and detailed description of both items. Connie ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO! Juno offers FREE or PREMIUM Internet access for less! Join Juno today! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/web/. _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats
Shawn, I have had and used both the Forespar tiller extension and the Tiller-Tamer. The tiller extension allows me to position my body ballast where needed when singlehanding, in addition to being a semi-autopilot which holds the boat on coarse when used with a socket. IMHO, a tiller extension is essential on a small boat like the M15, anyway, so why not make it do double duty? Joe Kidd M15 #207 "Poco A Poco"
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