Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Cable Steering Drum NEEDED
Posted by dmsever on 10/31/11 - 8:39 PM
#1
Hi,
I am looking for a steering drum for my 1988 Boston Whaler 13.
Any leads would be greatly appreciated.
DMSever
Posted by e_digg on 11/01/11 - 9:53 AM
#2
Are you talking about the steering drum used cable/wire and pulley steering setup? If so, check out this thread: http://www.whalercentral.com/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=13263&pid=86030#post_86030
Posted by dmsever on 11/01/11 - 2:25 PM
#3
You are right, I am talking about the steering drum using cable and pulley steering setup and would very much like if the said part(s) could come from a sister boat. I also considered what you suggested, for which suggestion I thank you, but as i am not in a hurry I shall wait a bit longer.
Posted by e_digg on 11/01/11 - 4:05 PM
#5
Did you see this? Keep your eye out for them on eBay. You will find one.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Starcraft-Boat-Cable-PULLEY-Steering-HELM-/320730913878?pt=Boat_Parts_Accessories_Gear&vxp=mtr&hash=item4aad0d5c56
Posted by dmsever on 11/03/11 - 4:47 PM
#6
Thank you for your lead. I am searching for the steering drum on eBay almost daily. It's such a nice boat, that I am going to wait until I find the right part. Sailing on small catamarans gave me a better understanding of the forces involved with the small craft, so I am fully confident that the cable over pulley steering system is the way to go.