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Old 28 April 2012, 19:13   #1
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Cable steering or hydraulic

I have a 90hp 2 stroke yamaha and the cable steering is getting stiff. I have tried removing it to clean which has improved it a bit, but there is insufficient room to pull it right out to give a thorough clean. It looks like the outboard will need lifting off to do a proper job. I have disconnected the cable from engine and the engine moves freely, so I am happy that it's the cable that needs the attention.
I am considering changing the steering to hydraulic and have read differing reviews. I'd be grateful for some views?

Just in case I stick with the engine lift and a full service of the cable can anyone recommend someone in Poole area that can come to do the job at my home?
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Old 28 April 2012, 20:17   #2
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I had cable steering on a 5.4m searider and when the cable had passed its best I fitted baystar hydraulic steering which was very easy to fit. I know some people might say it is overkill for that size of boat but it made my time using the boat so much more pleasurable and pleasant to drive. I can't recommend it highly enough and would never have cables on anything again.
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Old 28 April 2012, 20:30   #3
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Try running a 16mm extended drill through the steering tube that'll remove any corrosion within it. If you cannot remove it fully do the best you can and see how it improves.
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Another tip if you can't get a 16mm bit is some emery paper on a bit of 8 or 10mm rod. Works wonders.
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I had cable steering on my 90hp on the 5.4. It was OK but a little heavy at times.

If budget allows then for that size I think hydraulic is worth it.

You'll probably end up spending £300 on a new cable and head unit in any case.
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I had cable steering on my 90hp on the 5.4. It was OK but a little heavy at times.

If budget allows then for that size I think hydraulic is worth it.

You'll probably end up spending £300 on a new cable and head unit in any case.
I'd agree on going "hydro" if the budget allows but it won't cost £300 for standard. Even the higher rated "safe T" or "no feedback" kit with wheel etc, rated up to 250hp will only cost £185 delivered (based on 13ft cable, others up to 18ft cost £195)

You could buy the cheaper kit for £110 but you'll be in the same boat in 2 years, pardon the pun!

Here's the SafeT kit

Boat Steering System - Teleflex No Feed Back 13 Feet

http://bit.ly/J1CMzv

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