Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Dashboard redo
Posted by Tom W Clark on 02/12/13 - 8:53 PM
#2
The fuse holders are the old Perko Fig. # 516 style fuse holders which are no longer made (the updated version is #532). Try eBay for some N.O.S.
The steering cable is an old Safe-T system. You have lots of options for replacing it, and I recommend you do so.
You can buy a Teleflex 3.0 or 4.2 system with, or without the NFB clutch feature.
You can also buy the new Xtreme steering system which is a huge improvement in smoothness and tightness for a mechanical system. It is 5.0 turns lock-to-lock which is very slow though, in my opinion, but it matches the BayStar hydraulic system in that regard.
A complete Teleflex mechanical system kit will range for $100 to $350 if you shop right. BayStar hydraulic starts at about $500 and add another $120 if you upgrade to the SeaStar hoses.
Posted by woneid on 02/13/13 - 1:31 AM
#3
radio shack has an adequate replacement
Posted by cwk6 on 02/13/13 - 3:42 AM
#4
Blue sea makes a replacement for the fuse holders, though they don't look exactly alike.
http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/...o?pid=8976
Other companies make them too, but I think those are the best for value vs. cost.
Edited by Tom W Clark on 02/13/13 - 9:02 AM
Posted by whalerman on 02/13/13 - 11:32 AM
#5
Try West Marine for the switches,use Tom's description/part numbers,they may have them or can order them from Perko.Blue Seas makes a lable sheet that will work well for the pannel.Also the fuse holders can be had from Blue Seas and also can be purchased from West Marine.The steering needs replacing and the 4.2 Teleflex NFB system would be ideal for your set-up.
Posted by Whalerbob on 02/13/13 - 12:42 PM
#6
I installed the Blue Sea switches from West Marine and they seem to be holding up well after 3 years now. I made replacement pannels out of black marine plastic, I also bought from them and I think they can order the cables and the steering box if you know what you're looking for.
Posted by Tom W Clark on 02/13/13 - 1:55 PM
#7
Here are the four complete Teleflex mechanical systems that would all work fine with a Montauk. Assuming you choose the 18' cable (which is correct for a Montauk, though some get by with only a 17' cable), the prices I found with a quick google search show the kits can be bought inexpensively. This is by no means a comprehensive list of the lowest prices available, I just grabbed some quick hits.
You can choose whether you want the No-Feedback (NFB) clutch feature or not, as well as the "speed" of the steering system (the mechanical gearing that trades steering effort for response/turn of the steering wheel.)
Safe-T-QC, Teleflex part #SS13718
3.0 turns lock-to-lock and does NOT provide any NFB feature. It is a direct replacement of what you have.
$120.02
http://www.blackbearsportinggoods.com...s13718.htm
Safe-T-II, Teleflex part # SS13218
3.0 turns lock-to-lock and does have the NFB feature.
$169.15
http://www.blackbearsportinggoods.com...s13218.htm
NFB 4.2, Teleflex part # SS14718
4.2 turns lock-to-lock and does have the NFB feature.
$168.30
http://www.blackbearsportinggoods.com...s14718.htm
Teleflex XTREME, Teleflex part # SSX17618
5.0 turns lock-to-lock and does have NFB feature.
$320.95
http://www.pbsboatstore.com/Teleflex-...eering.htm
I do not recommend West Marine unless you are hard up. They sell the NFB 4.2 system for
$279.99
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ttp://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/s...tId=436667
Edited by Tom W Clark on 02/14/13 - 7:14 AM
Posted by seanwilmnc on 02/13/13 - 4:49 PM
#8
Thank you for all of the great information. Sean
Posted by seanwilmnc on 02/13/13 - 5:01 PM
#10
Is there a preference as to No NFB or with NFB and exactly what does that mean? thanks
Posted by Tom W Clark on 02/13/13 - 7:38 PM
#12
"No Feedback" means the steering wheel can move the outboard, but the motor cannot move the steering wheel.
Posted by whalerman on 02/14/13 - 8:11 AM
#13
WOW,$280.00 from west!! good thing I found a NEW 4.2 NFB system on e-bay for $155.00 with s&h when I replaced mine.I mentioned west marine only as this maybe his only local source for equip./parts.S&H is high these days so you have to figure that in the total cost of the equip./parts when shopping arround.
Posted by seanwilmnc on 02/14/13 - 7:02 PM
#14
Ok thanks Tom, I just ordered the NFB 4.2, Teleflex part # SS14718 from Black Bear. They had the best price. I think whoever installed my last one must have installed the 17ft because there is no room in the aft where it comes back out to the motor. It is immpossible get a cover over the bilge pump area.
Edited by Tom W Clark on 02/14/13 - 7:18 PM
Posted by seanwilmnc on 02/15/13 - 5:43 PM
#15
in the first post of this thread I have a photo. Can anyone tell me what the cigarette lighter looking thing is? I looks like I can plug some sort of accessory into it. Thanks Sean
Posted by Tom W Clark on 02/15/13 - 10:31 PM
#16
It's a polarized socket for use with anything that uses a polarized plug.