You can remove the play by using a differential transmission with cable.
Boat supplies should have all the parts. I'd use a doubled system I think.
If one cable parts the other will allow you to land softly. Differential
cable is fairly accurate and strong. Plan on 30+lbf tension per cable
imho.

Peter

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