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Topic Title: Steering Problem
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Created On: 08/06/2008 08:48:01 PM
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08/06/2008 08:48:01 PM
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jbnautaline
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Hi folks, new to the forum, and have had a 69 Nautaline 34 foot since last year on the Chain of Lakes in northern Illinois.   Great boat, but the steering is basically unusable at this point and I am looking to replace the cable and possibly the gear box as well.  It's a "worm gear" type (not hydraulic) or so I am told by my mechanic friend.  
Want to know if anyone has replaced their steering cable/assembly and would share their experience with me.  
It's not as fun to drive the boat without being able to steer it!  Just kidding....
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08/06/2008 09:24:34 PM
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RCPILOT
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Jb, I'm in the middle of changing mine over from the Teleflex "big t cable system" (which broke on my flybridge). The system which was used on my 37' Carl Craft, was only supposed to be used on boats up to 34'. I spoke to a fella at Teleflex, that gave me insite on upgrading to a hydraulic system. also stated, that it is a one piece special order cable that is non-returnable and takes 3-4 weeks to make. I'm piecing the system together on ebay , considerably cheaper than the marina I work for. He also said, the steering will be a black and white difference from what I had. If your thinking about upgrading, give Teleflex technical department a call, Don can help you figure out what you need, then you can google your best price on the part numbers. It's still a bit pricey, mine is around $2200 with my labor, but for me it'll be worth it, I looked like Ralph Cramden trying to steer the bus, on my flybridge.
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08/09/2008 03:54:56 PM
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houseboat8972
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I am going to assume that you have a Chrysler Marine engine with the Dana Outdrive. If correct, Marysville Marine (numerous locations) stocks parts for these and would probably have the correect length in-stock, or certainly nearby.
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