Steering cables

[Larry (Bo) Bolander]

Has anyone installed steering cables before? I have a TF170 with rack & pinion single cable. My local dealer says you have to pull the motor. That sounds a little far-fetched to me. It doesn't look that difficult. Any tips or suggestions?

 

[Pat Goff]

Pulling motor depends on the turn coming from the transom outlet to the motor. Very likely he's correct.



It's not a huge deal, if you have a hoist.



If you're planning on keeping that rig a while, might consider installing hydraulic steering, much easier to replace than the cable.

 

[Larry (Bo) Bolander]

If I disconnected the rack & pinion from the steering wheel first, wouldn't that allow me enough room to pull the steering rod away from the motor?

 

[Pat Goff]

Bo,

It's the turn from inside the boat to the motor which will cause the issue.

 

[ryan glover]

Hey Bo i just replaced my steering this weekend. I couldnt make the turn on my nitro i had to pull off the motor i used a fork lift, but you most likely will hafta pull that motor. Total it took me about 2 hours.