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[quote=HULLFLYER]I have a set of adjustable upper rudder casting for a H-16 $50 plus shipping for the pair, if you are interested.[quote=edtl74]I was able to get the template from hobie that I can print out and wrap around my rudders. it has marks for drilling non adjustable uppers. I have 2 of the regular nylon rudders that I was planning to play with to get the right holes with  so I would only drill the epo's 1x. when I find the perfect spot, accounting for mast rake, then I think I'll have it. The adjustable uppers run about $200 each that I've seen and after replacing the the sheets, the block, the tramp and stiffening the boat, all the standing rigging...I'm good (I think). I'm just looking to set the boat as best as it can be for 2 reasons. I'm looking to get the most out of the boat and get it wired. The hobie 16 is a great boat and it will fly but to me, its just as important to understand how the boat works and the engineering behind it so as I go to a bigger boat, I have a solid foundation.The 2nd is that I know I weigh too much for a hobie 16. I love beer, sleeping in, cheeseburgers, naps just like the majority of my friends. I'm going to get an 18' boat within the next few years max if not by the end of the season. Maybe it would be better not to drill the epo's at all and hold them for the next boat. Again gentlemen, Thank you so much for your help. In regards to the adjustable upper castings, how much play do you get? can you adjust them on the fly based on your mast rake? if that is the case, it would most likely be worth getting the adjustable ones.[/quote][/quote]

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