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racerrob2002 · 17-09-2014, 15:31

Hello,
I have a 1969 grampian GC31 that had a broken Edson Worm gear steering unit on it. I took the unit off to repair sometime down the road, but i am looking for a tiller head (or sometimes called a rudder head) to attach a tiller to the rudder shaft. I prefer used and cheap

**roverhi** · 17-09-2014, 17:21

You'll need to tell us the diameter of the rudder shaft if you expect to much response.. Have a much used one for 1 5/8" shaft, $25 plus shipping.

crazyoldboatguy · 17-09-2014, 18:11

I've got an old edson worm gear steering unit - I would sell it to you for a reasonable price. Can't tell if I have the right size for you, tho. Need more info.

racerrob2002 · 17-09-2014, 22:18

I'm such a ding bat! I believe the rudder shaft is 1", but I will have to confirm this weekend.

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racerrob2002 · 17-09-2014, 22:26

I don't really need another worm drive and I'm not looking to spend what it would cost to ship, but thank you for the offer. I was looking online today, and I believe I can braze the broken pieces if I rent a good oxy torch...

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crazyoldboatguy · 17-09-2014, 22:39

Your rudder shaft is way smaller than my worm gear. Shipping would be a b!tc#.

Brazing large pieces requires much heat. Try to locate a small forging furnace.

Good luck.

racerrob2002 · 18-09-2014, 09:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazyoldboatguy

Your rudder shaft is way smaller than my worm gear. Shipping would be a b!tc#.

Brazing large pieces requires much heat. Try to locate a small forging furnace.

Good luck.

Thanks for the offer anyway! THere are several shipyards here in Portland, I should be able to find something.... The pieces new from Edson are $670=tax +shipping! thats half what i paid for my boat!