[Rhodes22-list] outboard engine Tiller arm position

[Ric Stott]

I agree  with Peter, but sometimes you might want to use the motor’s tiller, like when backing up (especially in the shallows) 
I usually pull the rudder up and lock it there, then raise the motor lift until the prop and water cooling intake is just below water. 
That allows the tiller to  be in a better position, more horizontal,  and able to be used for throttle and steering. 
You will have great control in reverse with this configuration.  Pretty good control in forward too - without the rudder. 
Ric 
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> On Mar 30, 2024, at 3:17 PM, Peter Nyberg <peter at sunnybeeches.com> wrote:
> 
> I steer the boat with the rudder.
> 
> Peter Nyberg
> Coventry, CT
> s/v Silverheels (1988/2016)
> 
>> On Mar 30, 2024, at 1:37 PM, Reuben Mezrich <reuben.mezrich at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> I installed a new Tohatsu 8hp long shaft electric start outboard on my
>> Rhodes 22 and it works great, pushing the boat at over 6 knots which is
>> around hull speed. Its mounted with the electric winch which runs it up and
>> down nicely, but the problem is that with the motor down so the propeller
>> is under water, the tiller arm points straight up..the engine is too close
>> to the transom and the engine head too low to have the tiller arm in a more
>> horizontal position. There is no problem adjusting the throttle, but it is
>> difficult to use the tiller arm to steer the boat
>> What do you guys do?
>> --Reuben
>> Reuben Mezrich
>> cell: 410-499-8922
>> Pelican Cove in Sarasota and Back Bay, Boston
>