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Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: replacement steering system on 180 dauntless

Posted by tls377 on 06/11/20 - 2:35 PM

i have decided to replace the steering system. the original has a tilt steering system and i would like not to loose that. what system is recommended and what length of steering cable should i order.

Posted by Walt Krafft on 06/11/20 - 2:55 PM

I replaced my mechanical system with a Baystar Hydraulic on my 17' custom.

Posted by Phil T on 06/11/20 - 3:54 PM

Just replace the cable. Pretty sure the helm (behind wheel) is fine.

The issue you are having in this thread http://www.whalercentral.com/forum/vi...ost_162755 is due to lack of annual lubrication of the steering cable.

Remember to add a steersman nut to the port side of the tilt tube.

See this FAQ.
http://www.whalercentral.com/faq.php?...p?cat_id=4

Edited by Phil T on 06/11/20 - 4:00 PM

Posted by tls377 on 06/11/20 - 5:24 PM

i put the steersman nut on. But still need to replace the cable as a minimum. What cable length?

Posted by biggiefl on 06/12/20 - 7:45 AM

Cable length will be on the cable itself. Sometimes in inches.

Posted by Finnegan on 06/15/20 - 9:44 PM

IF your engine is a Mercury, you should read and follow the advice in this thread.

http://whalercentral.com/forum/viewth...ost_150145