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I would like to make an adjustable tiller lock for my yacht. Does
anyone have plans/ideas etc?


Duh!... YEAH!! Look here now... is it common for you to approach the Cabal
of Nautical Knowledge..... the Illuminate of Polars..... the assorted
Ayatollahs of Sail Controlas..... with such paltry details????

Tiller Locks depend on location. ....stern hung?... tiller on the rudder
stock thru the cockpit sole?....

If you have a fin keeler.... well you have a finicky boat that requires
constant attention. I Pity You!

Then again I have a Full Keeler with Cut-Away Forefoot that really is the
best of both worlds.. Tracks like a train downwind without any tension on
the rudder.

I have a stern hung rudder and tiller that stays clear of the cockpit. I use
a tiller clutch and two adjustable bungee cords on blocks. Tension is
adjustable to each side. But seriously... the only use they see is when I'm
at a mooring and want to secure the rudder.... or when I'm going below for a
crap while single-handing.

Maybe you should look into either an Autohelm or a Boat Bitch to man that
tiller when you are otherwise occupied!

CM