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Fatbs

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I have a 1975 ski boat and it has a mercruiser 188hp ford 302 motor...my steering will not move. I did unhook the outdrive and I can move it freely However, the steering is frozen. ...where do I start the trouble shooting
 

gm280

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Kid of confusing. You stated that; "I did unhook the outdrive and I can move it freely However, the steering is frozen." What moved freely, the outdrive or the steering wheel? If the outdrive moved freely then you have either a steering wheel issue or the more likely, a steering cable stuck. I would lean towards a stuck steering cable. Probably time for a new one. If you can remove it, that would tell you which one was the culprit for certain, and you could see what type and length you need for a replacement. It usually is stamped on the steering cable. JMHO
 

Fatbs

Seaman
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The outdrive moved freely....i am working on removing the steering cable now.
 

Bondo

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Ayuh,..... Get yerself a helm, 'n cable kit,....

I doubt you'll find a new cable for such an old helm,.....

Bought as a kit, it's fairly cheap to replace the whole thing,....
 
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