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Author: | usmcman001 [ Thu Sep 05, 2013 7:35 am ] |
Post subject: | Steering loose on PA12 it seems... |
I have a new to me 2013 pa12 I just bought a few weeks ago. It seems to me like the rudder steering is loose. I bought another handle for the right side to steer and when the left is straight the right is off about 1/2-3/4" to one side and seems there is a lot of play in it. I also notice when drifting or pedaling in a straight direction I constantly have to adjust the steering to keep in a straight track. Any help would be great guys!!! |
Author: | Dr.SteelheadCatcher [ Thu Sep 05, 2013 8:18 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Steering loose on PA12 it seems... |
Either take it back to your Hobie Dealer or if you are mechanically inclined, remove the back rudder cover and check the steering lines for looseness and re-tighten them. My 2013 PA-14 Owners Manual has a good detail/ how to adjust on "Rudder Tuning"....page #24....I think both the PA-12 & PA-14 have the same manual. |
Author: | rodrocket [ Thu Sep 05, 2013 8:53 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Steering loose on PA12 it seems... |
Hi there, you will find that it's neccesary to adjust/tighten the steering lines occaisionaly, especially when lines are new as they will stretch a bit. As said previously, remove the black cover at rear and all will be pretty obvious re loosening line holding screws, then retightening. I also have a second handle fitted instead of the steering knob. My handles are about 1/2 off being perfectly centered but don't find it an issue anymore. Adjusting the steering lines to the same tension will improve the alignment. When seated, they look a little "out" even when striaght. You will get used to it, or go insane ![]() Check your manual to be sure on the process. Best regards, Rod |
Author: | rodrocket [ Thu Sep 05, 2013 8:58 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Steering loose on PA12 it seems... |
BTW, the steering/straight line/constantly adjusting thing is normal and has a huge amount of posts with ideas to fix, reasons for and complaints etc. You are not alone ![]() Lots to read on this forum. Probably the only time they trck straight is when there's no wind or waves. I still love my PA regardless of this particular issue ![]() Cheers, Rod |
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