finally got boat back.. throttle question

Thanks, guys I will check it this weekend. I will let you know the outcome. Lisa

8122pbrainard wrote: The wheel not being centered is adjusted by moving the rear outer tube of the steering cable in the clamp block that is attached to a stringer.

I disagree. The clamp block should be connected to the cable where it allows full (and equal) range of motion of the rudder in both directions.

The position of the steering wheel should be corrected at the helm. The initial orientation of the wheel when the cable is fed through the helm will affect the final straight position of the rudder/wheel. To correct it, note how far it is off from straight. Loosen the nut connecting the cable to the helm, and rotate the wheel until the cable is fed all the way out (and no more). Vary the wheel position by the # of degrees it was off, then reinsert the cable and tighten the nut.

Lisa, These are really issues that the guys re doing the stringers should have corrected with a lake test but I do know you did want it back this summer!! OK, I know someone will come in and talk about the nut on the wheel. Was it the big nut under the dash in the center of the helm? The wheel not being centered is adjusted by moving the rear outer tube of the steering cable in the clamp block that is attached to a stringer. It sounds like they may have screwed it on slightly off position. It is under the center section of the floor aft of the engine. I'll try to locate a picture for you. I found one in a thread where a wrong inner cable was purchased. The 4 bolts in the white bracket are loosened so the tube that is clamped to it can be adjusted fore and aft.

Lisa, If the other hole gives you LESS return pull, move it to that one and try it. What's up with the steering?

Thanks Eric...second time is a charm with the stringers and the floor but I have some steering and throttle issues at the moment. At least I can get out on the water. I would like the boat back to normal tho. Lisa.

nice to hear you got the boat back, hopefully 2nd times a charm
eric

Lisa, I have been wondering about where you have been with all your problems!

I know someone will be able to answer your question with direct knowledge but I do believe there is a friction control on the single lever. The other thing is when they put the engine back in they may have hooked the return spring up in the wrong hole at the carb.

Don't forget that you need to tell us the full story.