[C320-list] steering issue

[Louis Friedman]

thanks all. will take a look at cables but the strut idea is interesting.
didn't try the emergency tiller.

On Sun, Jul 28, 2024 at 8:06 PM Dave Hupe via C320-list <
c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:

> Tried your emergency tiller .... might have been able to steer home
> assuming steering cable broke??
> Dave Hupe
> 1994  C320 #32
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>   On Sun, Jul 28, 2024 at 7:50 PM, Louis Friedman via C320-list<
> c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:   Hey all,
>
> Was hoping to get some input on where to start on troubles shooting this
> one before I tow to the shop.  Went to drop sails today after a nice sail,
> started up the engine and hit the throttle and the boat would only do 360s
> to the right.  If I put it in reverse it didn't move at all but didn't
> spin. Wheel might have a little more resistance on it than usual but not
> sure.  Was not able to make headway so had to drop anchor and call for a
> tow back to the mooring field.  Need to get back there this week to take a
> look.  Curious what others think this might be / where to check - ?steering
> cable, ?something stuck in rudder.
>
> Lou Friedman
> hull #623 s/v MissAdventure.
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Louis Friedman, DO, FACP
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