Has anybody thought about or have successfully used a linear actuator motor and a trim tab gauge to control the raising and lowering of their centerboard? This idea has been in my mind but before I throw money at it experimentally, I need to know the take from others on the forum.
Geek centerboard question.
- Thread starter N1EYO
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A lot of work and money for really no reason. It's easy to just crank it up and down. I am not sure what your design is but if you get the actuator's piston rod bent by hitting something.....your screwed. With the cable, the board will pivot if you hit something....not with an actuator. If you somehow rigged it inside to raise and lower it then it seems like it would take up a lot of room. You would be better off rigging a 12v power winch if you don't like hand cranking.
With just one line to pull or release I would think my line takes less time than pushing a button and waiting. I also do not need the weight of the battery and other parts. Maybe the idea would be better suited for larger boats than trailer sailors.
Ray
Ray
Kudos to Kito and Ray Bowles. Hope you follow their advice. I am an avid sailor and also retired sailboat dealer known for expeience and knowledge in trailerable sailboats but these two guys said it all. Thank you gents for that good advice
