Autohelm ST4000 wheel clamps

[Gymnopedie]

Can anyone help me source wheel clamps for an Autohelm ST4000 (circa 1999 model)? They are a black composition material each secured by two small Allen bolts. All three disintegrated during a recent south coast run before force 5/6 with quartering sea. I know, I should have taken over steering to avoid the Autohelm working to its limit but singlehanded for 13 hours....... Looking at the broken parts I guess time had taken its toll anyway. I have managed to bodge up clamps by cutting down and re-drilling a standard rope guide but would like to get the correct clamps fitted asap.

 

[Paul_G]

I should have some on the boat as I fitted a new wheel unit last year. PM your details and I will look when I go down to the boat on Tuesday

Paul

 

[WindermereColvic]

Gymnopedie, I don't suppose you still have the original allen bolts from your clamps do you? I have (and unfortunately still need) a set of clamps, but without the bolts. If you were to get a set of clamps and bolts from Paul_G, do you think we could come to some arrangement to send the spare bolts my way?
Matt

 

[Skysail]

The clamps come in various sizes to suit the spokes on your wheel. When you buy a spare set you get ALL the sizes!

If Paul's clamps do not fit, try

http://www.winchservicing.com/

 

[photodog]

I need some as well!!

Thanks for the link!

 

[Tranona]

Hate to sound boring, but as far as I know they are available as spares from Raymarine. They are still current fitments on the SPX 5 unit.

 

[Paul_G]

three clamps with allen screws and gaskets delivered to your boat this afternoon. In a plastic bag on binnacle. Enjoy

Paul

 

[Gymnopedie]

Paul you are a star. Many thanks. I shall be on the boat tomorrow. Hope to meet up sooner than later.