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Tech Talk => Interior => Topic started by: koby686 on February 07, 2016, 03:46:33 PM

Title: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: koby686 on February 07, 2016, 03:46:33 PM
I am having a hard time finding a new steering cable, maybe someone here can be of help. My cable part number is Morse 300620 180'' 3832. Where can i find the cable and rack? And can i choose the specific size? I think it needs to be about a foot shorter and ran at more of a straight shot rather then a loop. Thanks for the help!
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: GT Jets on February 07, 2016, 03:54:46 PM
The new kits will be Teleflex.

They can be had at virtually any marine shop and on line everywhere.

You won't find a new Morse.
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: koby686 on February 07, 2016, 04:06:03 PM
The new kits will be Teleflex.

They can be had at virtually any marine shop and on line everywhere.

You won't find a new Morse.
What part number do i go off for the teleflex to make sure the rack and pinion are the same?
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: GT Jets on February 07, 2016, 04:12:59 PM
What part number do i go off for the teleflex to make sure the rack and pinion are the same?

It won't be the same.

It will be similar. Was your cable red?
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: koby686 on February 07, 2016, 04:16:31 PM
Yea mine is red, i just want to make sure its going to mount up to the steering wheel before i order one. Is there a specific model number i need? Sorry I'm new to this.
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: GT Jets on February 07, 2016, 04:25:11 PM
Yea mine is red, i just want to make sure its going to mount up to the steering wheel before i order one. Is there a specific model number i need? Sorry I'm new to this.

There were really only two different mounting methods for the wheel,  a square pyramid looking deal with a hole down the middle for a long bolt (Mercury Ride Guide) and everybody else pretty much used a 3/4" tapered shaft with a woodruff key and a nut.

The helm bezel will be different and may put the wheel closer to the dash.  In most cases you can adjust it by buying a helm extension, but not really necessary most of the time.

GT
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: koby686 on February 07, 2016, 04:37:47 PM
There were really only two different mounting methods for the wheel,  a square pyramid looking deal with a hole down the middle for a long bolt (Mercury Ride Guide) and everybody else pretty much used a 3/4" tapered shaft with a woodruff key and a nut.

The helm bezel will be different and may put the wheel closer to the dash.  In most cases you can adjust it by buying a helm extension, but not really necessary most of the time.

GT
Ah ok. This looks like the rack and pinion i have currently.

 http://www.ebay.com/itm/MORSE-COMMAND-200-96-INCH-8-FT-BOAT-STEERING-CABLE-/141516344017?hash=item20f3080ad1:g:I2cAAOxyA4ZRW770&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/MORSE-COMMAND-200-96-INCH-8-FT-BOAT-STEERING-CABLE-/141516344017?hash=item20f3080ad1:g:I2cAAOxyA4ZRW770&vxp=mtr)


i found this on Ebay, will this pinion/rack work for me?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teleflex-15-FT-Single-Rack-Boat-Steering-Cable-15-ft-Back-Mount-SSC13415-SAVE-/272121105864?hash=item3f5bae8dc8:g:9M8AAOSwL7VWrrN2&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teleflex-15-FT-Single-Rack-Boat-Steering-Cable-15-ft-Back-Mount-SSC13415-SAVE-/272121105864?hash=item3f5bae8dc8:g:9M8AAOSwL7VWrrN2&vxp=mtr)
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: AnthonyH3 on February 07, 2016, 04:40:22 PM
Call Tim from place diverter he'll have exactly what you're looking for or we can get it


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Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: AnthonyH3 on February 07, 2016, 04:40:49 PM
Or he can get it


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Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: koby686 on February 07, 2016, 04:49:22 PM
Call Tim from place diverter he'll have exactly what you're looking for or we can get it


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Will that Teleflex in the link above you comment work? If i can't find one online ill give your boy a call.
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: GT Jets on February 07, 2016, 07:19:57 PM
I would buy the whole kit.

Buying the cable is a crap shoot.

Many times the pinion gear section is worn.

I do the whole kits,  they're the same price as just a cable.
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: koby686 on February 08, 2016, 07:52:31 AM
I would buy the whole kit.

Buying the cable is a crap shoot.

Many times the pinion gear section is worn.

I do the whole kits,  they're the same price as just a cable.
OK sounds good i will order the whole kit then.
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: Flusher on February 08, 2016, 11:58:58 AM
I have a complete helm, that I bought new from Place for my 20.5', and is in perfect condition.  When I bought it, Tim told me that there are two length cables available and the other is much longer.  Basically, I had only one option, but if you are interested, I can measure the cable for you.  I have decided to go Calgo and will not be using this one.

Cheers,

Joe
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: GT Jets on February 08, 2016, 12:30:48 PM
I have a complete helm, that I bought new from Place for my 20.5', and is in perfect condition.  When I bought it, Tim told me that there are two length cables available and the other is much longer.  Basically, I had only one option, but if you are interested, I can measure the cable for you.  I have decided to go Calgo and will not be using this one.

Cheers,

Joe

Two length cables?

There are over 150 different lengths available.

I have a 51' kit sitting in my shed. For a houseboat.

GT

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Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: Flusher on February 08, 2016, 12:48:19 PM
Two length cables?

There are over 150 different lengths available.

I have a 51' kit sitting in my shed. For a houseboat.

GT

51' would look pretty silly, but I'm sure he could zip tie it up under the deck or maybe loop it around the boat a few times to take up the excess slack.

I just repeat what Tim Place told me when I ordered it.  I wanted a specific length so I could route it exactly where I wanted it without extra slack, but it's not available.  Exactly how many lengths are available specifically for an 18'-21' jet boat?

Please direct any further questions to http://www.placediverter.com/contact.php
Title: Re: Where to buy Steering cable?
Post by: GT Jets on February 08, 2016, 07:20:34 PM
51' would look pretty silly, but I'm sure he could zip tie it up under the deck or maybe loop it around the boat a few times to take up the excess slack.

I just repeat what Tim Place told me when I ordered it.  I wanted a specific length so I could route it exactly where I wanted it without extra slack, but it's not available.  Exactly how many lengths are available specifically for an 18'-21' jet boat?

Please direct any further questions to http://www.placediverter.com/contact.php


Lol,  I wasn't saying to use a 51' cable. Simply saying they make virtually any length.

Loop it around. ..hahaha.

GT
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