rudder play and steering cable

Hey Guys. Well, I am being busy bee installing some of my new C & S Marine skins in my 93, changing oil, filters, tranny fluid, etc.

Anyway, I decided my steering was a little "stiff" last summer, and so I'd look into it this spring, and fix anything that needs fixing.

Anyway, down under the boat, the rudder has a little "play" from side to side and front to back. I'd say maybe 1/8" either way.   So....I'd imagine I am due for new Packing.   THoughts?

Also, I seriously doubt the steering cable has ever been replaced in the boat...and I'd like to replace. I got this Part number ( S220520)      BUT can't seem to find the part number at Nautique Parts, or any other place using that number.

Any help in the cable would be great.   Thanks much

flyweed wrote: Also, I seriously doubt the steering cable has ever been replaced in the boat...and I'd like to replace. I got this Part number ( S220520)      BUT can't seem to find the part number at Nautique Parts, or any other place using that number. Any help in the cable would be great.   Thanks much

Here's a cut and paste from another thread today with Pete's answer to you about somebody else's cable. Click on his link and you'll have info on what you need for a cable, not necessarily a part number but info anyways.

You can get a new helm and new cable at SkiDim for the later boats to replace your 93 stuff if you're so inclined.

Here's a link and a link below

Shopping around just might save you some money too

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8122pbrainard wrote: flyweed wrote: Yep..I DID catch that...that would be the 19.5 ft correct???? No, it's a special stroke. Skidim has a good description/explanation.

A quick way to confirm cable is to disconnect it from the rudder and turn the wheel. Of course, if it's a helm issue, that won't help. I upgraded my helm and cable from SKIDIM. Just about perfect. :)

flyweed wrote:

Looks like the Teleflex number right there in the picture SSC12420. upside down and backwards

For the old style rack.

Since the word "obsolete" always comes up when talking about the old style rack, I think going JQ's route with the new rack and it's cable assembly would be the most logical move.   

Keno....yep timelines ALWAYS change.     I am hoping to get more use out of the old rudder as well.

As for the steering cable. Yep, and the bolt up measurement was 2 1/8" x 1 3/8" and so I did not go with the OEM ($395 cable), I went with the Teleflex replacement found online at many different places. I got it for $162.00.    

OK....got "just a little" work done on the old 93 SN today.

1. New skins going on the observer seat:


2. Got the steering cable disconnected and rudder dropped:



3. SWEET BABY JESUS..... 5 wraps of packing in the jam nut?? Can this be??
Well, my assumption WAS right...the internal packing was pretty much dry rotted away and nasty...as you can see:

Might want to check the seal on the support tube if your having water in cable issues. Here is a link with a part number. Every time I have replaced a cable I've changed that seal just to be on the safe side. Cables not being cheap but the seal at around 20 may just help save it. seal link

GHTHILL...yes I know we have the same boat.. I remember you asking me some questions a couple years ago or so.   Anyway, my boat has NEVER been left outside,

I've never had my bilge flooded, and I DO NOT trust anyone (other than myself) and a couple select people working on my boat.   My cable, and rudder packing are worn out from 2300 hours of skiing, and never being changed. Not bilge flooding.     Gary..I don't need to worry about the seal on my boat, as I am not having water leaking into the cable issues.   

So..my question.......has ANYONE else who has replaced their rudder packing seen 5 wraps??? I've heard 2 or maybe 3. But never 5.    

Dan,

JoeinNY wrote: the same 11A rudder that I did this weekend it was 1/4".

If 3/16 packing is used where 1/4 should be used, then getting 5 wraps in the gland is possible.