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Tech Talk => Jet Pumps => Topic started by: dickp on August 19, 2015, 05:37:14 PM

Title: jet boats newcomer
Post by: dickp on August 19, 2015, 05:37:14 PM

I just purchased an 18' 1980 Southwind with a Dominator jet drive. I find it very difficult to steer, very sensitive. I understand that a rudder can be added to aid in steering. If this is true, what do I purchase for this? And where?

Title: Re: jet boats newcomer
Post by: East County Kona on August 19, 2015, 05:46:47 PM

https://jetpumpparts.com/rudders_-_3-bolt_mount.html


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Title: Re: jet boats newcomer
Post by: GT Jets on August 19, 2015, 05:48:16 PM

Rudders don't do a darn thing.

When you say difficult to steer, what do you mean?  Fast or slow?

Welcome to the sickness we call jet boats.

GT

Title: Re: jet boats newcomer
Post by: crewchief22 on August 19, 2015, 07:42:47 PM

Welcome to SCJB  ;D

With the cable disconnected at the jet, is it smooth and very easy to turn?  There shouldn't be any drag or resistance.



 

Title: Re: jet boats newcomer
Post by: mash on it on August 19, 2015, 10:24:26 PM

In the no wake zone, ya don't actually drive a jet boat, you heard it, like cattle.
Over steering is usually the culprit. Look further ahead, & less steering input (>1/4 turn, either way)

Dan'l

Title: Re: jet boats newcomer
Post by: GlassCutter on August 20, 2015, 11:16:34 AM

Also try modulating the thrust at the same time if you find you are over correcting.  One pass thru the channel at havaZoo on a busy weekend and I was a nervous wreck for an hour.  Steer it like you are Captain of an oil tanker, sloooow and easy, and dont get up too much speed around the docks.