Gluing the deck over the Kort linkages is a rather finite action
.......
So just tinking
...you could consider....
1. rotate the PORT
L lever 90 degrees anticlockwise
2. rotate the STDB
I lever 180 degrees anticlockwise
3. marginally shorten the length of the connection arms, so there is no binding between the servo control rod on full helm to STDB
This would then place the interconnection link arm in very close proximity to the rear end of the deck hatch and allow thumb & forefinger access to the interconnection link arm yokes an pins
Derek