[DG] [DG11] Can I upgrade a Type 1 linear drive motor?

[skipmac]

Thanks Derek,

The boat was built 1984 and I think the AP was added in the mid/late 80s. Based on the manuals and the original Raymarine computer and controllers I feel pretty certain of the date. But is there any way (SN or some markings or pulling the dead motor?) that I can confirm whether or not a new Type 2 motor will fit?

Good suggestions on replacing the other drive parts and thanks for the caution on not tinkering with the leadscrew. I'll check the guts closely but the previous owner used the boat little and that was 99% day sailing around LI Sound so I'm guessing the gears, clutches and such are like new. I'm pretty sure the motor died due to a previous wetting and not due to overuse and wear. A new belt and a spare I think is always a good plan.


Regards
Skiop