Cockpit Steering

Seabass · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 12:00 pm Post subject: Cockpit Steering

I saw a picture, in one of the member albums, of a steering setup in the cockpit. (Sorry, I forget whose album it was)
This looks like a great idea, especially for single handing.
I looked at the factory site and it does'nt look like a factory option. Who would install somthing like that?
Is it hard to do (i.e. expensive)?
The install looked very proffessional. I would guess it's not a do-it-yourself item.
Thanks in advance for your help.

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 12:27 pm Post subject:

Seabass-

The two most prominent C-Dorys with dual helm that come to mind are Ron"s Snoopy-C, and Gary's SeaRam. Here are their album addresses

(Snoopy-C's) http://www.c-brats.com/modules.php?set_albumName=Snoopy-C&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php

(SeaRam's) http://www.c-brats.com/modules.php?set_albumName=SeaRam&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php

We also have two discussions on this topic:

(Snoopy C's) http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=234

(SeaRam's) http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=2435

If you look up the topic Yamaha "T-8" with a search engine on the greater www you may also find that this kicker engine can be ordered with fully remote wireless starting, autopilot controlled steering, throttle control, and a bracket that controls tilt/trim and lowering of the motor into the water, or most of all of that!!! (Does not mix sundowners, to my knowledge.)

This is a very complex topic, and just as much fun!!! This will keep you thinking for awhile. Joe.

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 1:34 pm Post subject:

Sea Lion also has a rear helm.
There has been a lot of discussion about the topic.
You need to have hydrolic steering to have the second helm.
I wouldn't be without mine now that I have had it. I love it.
Here is a pic from my album

Here is a link to one discussion...

http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=2435&highlight=rear+helm

I hope this helps.
The search button is a beautiful thing but sometimes the search words aren't obvious. Tons of good info here and more added every day.

New Hampshire Guy · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 3:53 pm Post subject:

Although hard to reference, it IS a factory installed option. It is presented as an option on the 25' Cruiser, but also can be had on the 22 Angler, 22 Cruiser, 25 Cruiser and 255 Tomcat. Like the Anchor Windlass, it is not listed on every model. We have one in stock, but it will be a long drive.
Fair Winds...
John

Forty Two · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 6:01 pm Post subject: Re: Cockpit Steering