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Forum: Monohull Sailboats

20-01-2020, 14:21

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QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

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Posted By Bill O

Re: QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

As a scientist, it would be interesting to see how the added 5 degrees of rudder movement to either side made any significant change. If I had to guess, it may not be that significant as you would...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

19-01-2020, 07:03

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QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

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Posted By Bill O

Re: QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

Rudder shape and lift considerations are important factors in rudder design. Did quite a bit of research before building our new rudder and a modified rudder shape may help in your situation.
Here's...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

18-01-2020, 16:41

Replies: 40

QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

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Posted By Bill O

Re: QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

+1 on a different slip. Seems like a lot of work to change the quadrant attachment for little or no gain to help maneuver in your tight quarters.

Bow thruster would work, but again a lot of work...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

18-01-2020, 14:55

Replies: 40

QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

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Posted By Bill O

Re: QUESTION FOR OWNERS OF FULL KEEL, "BARN DOOR" RUDDER VESSELS

the "window" is an aperture.

We have a large double ender w/a modified full keel. Our full rudder range is 70 degrees (35 degrees each side). We have set the soft stop on the AP (electronic) at 30...

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