Autopilot - Pedestal Bracket

[geek_guy]

I'm replacing the wheel drive on my Raymarine Autopilot.

While I suppose it really doesn't matter. I'd like to understand what the Pedestal Bracket actually does. Before I took the new drive unit apart to begin the installation prep I foolishly assumed the belt somehow used it for an anchor. But looking inside that doesn't appear to be the case.

Can anyone enlighten me on what it does please?

 

[py26129]

Unless I'm mistaken, the bracket prevents the back half of the wheel pilot from turning. This effectively allows the pilot to move the wheel.

Matt

 

[geek_guy]

Of course. I was trying to make it way to complicated. It's just a mechanical stop that pokes into the back.

Thanks

 

[secondwind410]

Of course. I was trying to make it way to complicated. It's just a mechanical stop that pokes into the back. Thanks

My pedestal bracket didn't line up properly so I made one using a bolt and some starboard.

 

[Richard Bryer]

Lot cheaper and just as good - new ones are 50$ plus!