Catalina 34

General Activities => Main Message Board => Topic started by: karista on October 11, 2008, 08:20:35 AM

Title: Autohelm Pin Size
Post by: karista on October 11, 2008, 08:20:35 AM
The Roll Pin on the lever sheared off. I contacted Raymarine for a replacement and was informed that they no longer provide parts or repairs for my early Autohelm 4000 Model. Does anyone know the exact size of this pin so I can find one locally?
Title: Re: Autohelm Pin Size
Post by: Ken Juul on October 12, 2008, 11:35:16 AM
when mine sheared, I replaced it with a small stainless bolt. Had to carefully drill out the hole a couple sizes.  Seemed to be a much stronger joint.
Title: Re: Autohelm Pin Size
Post by: John Langford on October 15, 2008, 05:50:10 PM
I did the same thing with a common nail sealed against the elements. Has worked fine for three years. Much stronger than the original roll pin which is very flimsy.