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Stiff steering
- JPG
- Scurvy Dog
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- Vessel Info: 1989 Carver Montego 25'
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Stiff steering
New to the Carver and boating world.
We just got our 1989 Montego 2557 in the water, and it runs very nice. I noticed the steering is a bit stiff. I feels the same engine running or not. I topped up the power steering fluid as it was a bit low. From what I have read, it could be a steering cable that is just old and worn out. I am wondering how I can narrow it down to the cable? If it is the cable, is there anything else I should replace while replacing the cable? Also, if anyone has a good place to look for parts online, that would be very helpful.
Thanks!
- SanJuanDreamer
- First Mate
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Re: Stiff steering
If the entire steering system was hydraulic, you could check the rudder glads as they could be too tight.
- JPG
- Scurvy Dog
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Re: Stiff steering
It looks like a cable that goes to a rack system on the transom. It looks like the cable runs up the side of the hull to the steering wheel. There is also a grease fitting on the rack system that I greased as well.
- mjk1040
- Admiral
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Re: Stiff steering
I'd Rather Be Boating!
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- CYO Supporter
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Re: Stiff steering
Is it Merc sterndrive, Volvo?
- JPG
- Scurvy Dog
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Re: Stiff steering
I will keep you posted. Thanks!
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