SoCal Jet Boats

Tech Talk => Interior => Topic started by: carlitos on February 25, 2013, 06:16:43 PM

Title: rotory rvs rack
Post by: carlitos on February 25, 2013, 06:16:43 PM: I'm going to have to replace my steering on my boat soon do to have some play in the steering wheel about 1/4 turn, not sure if I would replace just the cable ( I have a rotary style steering) or just buy a new set up but not sure witch one is the better, a rack or go with the same style I have the rotary thank for your help guys
Title: Re: rotory rvs rack
Post by: carlitos on February 26, 2013, 09:55:02 PM: What would be best a rack or rotor style steering any input would be greate thanks guys
Title: Re: rotory rvs rack
Post by: GT Jets on February 26, 2013, 10:55:53 PM: It its my humble opinion that if you can fit a rack system, use it. My reasons are pretty straight forward; fewer turns lock to lock and better steering wheel feedback than with the rotary.

Besides they're fairly inexpensive. Buy the whole kit.
Title: Re: rotory rvs rack
Post by: ka0tyk on February 26, 2013, 11:31:03 PM: Quote from: carlitos on February 26, 2013, 09:55:02 PM
What would be best a rack or rotor style steering any input would be greate thanks guys

teleflex rack and pinion kit. just keep in mind you might need an adapter if you dont have a 3 bolt steering wheel. rexmar.com can get you everything you need. give em a call.
Title: Re: rotory rvs rack
Post by: BIG JOHNSON on February 27, 2013, 12:07:31 AM: Quote from: ka0tyk on February 26, 2013, 11:31:03 PM
teleflex rack and pinion kit. just keep in mind you might need an adapter if you dont have a 3 bolt steering wheel. rexmar.com can get you everything you need. give em a call.
X2 on Rex, works great. Be sure to get the seal.
Title: Re: rotory rvs rack
Post by: carlitos on February 27, 2013, 10:19:17 AM: Thanks guys I'll be sure to get the seal cus I want it to last