77 Project boat steering options

[77kingfisher]

Ok here is the rest of the steering components and the front of my motor. I really appreciate all the help thanks guys and girls.

 

[77kingfisher]

I think this is what your looking for - http://www.iboats.com/Steering-Accessories/dm/*******.569961790--**********.963395505--view_id.47748

Can you snap a pic of the front of the motor - The clamp/swivel area?

And yes im thinking that's my option if i want to keep my trim and tilt functions. Correct?
My other question is how stable are they? Sturdiness that is.

 

[jbcurt00]

Yep, that piece GA posted is the clamp you need.

The bracket on the front of the motor, and the steering link arm in the 2nd pix, should connect to the eye at the end of the steering cable. The clamp holds the outer steering cable sheath in place and allow the inner cable to move freely....

 

[GA_Boater]

The steering link arm in the 2nd pic is used when you have a tilt tube. Since you have a steering link arm are you sure you don't have a tilt tube?

Using the the transom clamp I posted attaches the steering cable end to the center hole above the clamp, below the big bolt. It might take a couple more pieces of hardware to attach the cable to the tiller arm.

 

[GA_Boater]

Here is write up about the tilt tubs steering and use of a transom clamp;

 

[77kingfisher]

Here is write up about the tilt tubs steering and use of a transom clamp;

So if I use option B - transom support mount. Will I retain my tilt/trim functions? And how will I attach this to my boat ... transom?? Just bolt it through?

 

[GA_Boater]

Yes, the transom clamp is mounted in the splashwell with the bolts through the transom.

Yes, tilt and trim will still work as long as the right hardware is used to attach the cable to the tiller arm - The plate with three holes in the first pic in post #21.

 

[77kingfisher]

Is $300 ish right for that kit or can it be had for less? And ss or aluminum?

 

[77kingfisher]

Has anyone enver used or herd of "Ezy-Glide UNIVERSAL ENGINE CONNECTION KIT" looks a little different. Im thinking it looks good but am looking for feedback.

 

[77kingfisher]

Here is a better picture.