Used Parts Source for Autohelm?

[Sailing Steve]

The internal motor gear, from the gear to belt assembly on my rather dated wheel steering Autohelm 4000 failed, which produced some very nice plastic shapes when I took the wheel assembly apart.  I phoned a local Autohelm repair facility today to discover that a person cannot purchase the gear assembly, but they could sell me a new wheel unit, to the tune of ~C$800.00, when Raymarine does their next manufacturing run in late May, early June.

Needless to say, I'd rather keep that amount of money in my jeans, and I would like to find a source for used components if possible.

Thanks,
Steve
'90 L'Abri
Hull# 1080

[RV61]

 Steve,
I have found and sold some boat parts on Ebay. Saw some used ST4000 last year when I was looking. I have found Grills, Lifesling, intrument Pods, Harness, Cockpit tables. Some are good deals.
I compare the new stuff to Defender and West Marine.

[Kyle Ewing]

You can sometimes get refurbished equipment from Raymarine.  When you talk with them next, ask if they have any refurbished Autohelms in stock.  They won't sell directly, but you can work with your favorite dealer.