Hello, New Boater Please help!!

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Pino654

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I am a recent owner of a 72 Newman/78 evinrude 70 hp boat looking to replace the steering wheel. I finally got the steering wheel off via a wheel puller. However, I cannot seem to find a steering wheel to replace it. I checked the local auto store but their steering wheels and kits do not match. Are steering wheels for boats different in attaching to the shaft, than cars?
 
WillyBWright

WillyBWright

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Re: Hello, New Boater Please help!!

Yup. Car stering wheels are splined. Boat steering wheels are tapered with a key. click me
 
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theship

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Re: Hello, New Boater Please help!!

so how do u know what to buy when getting a new steering wheel? new boater also... thanks
 
ezmobee

ezmobee

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Re: Hello, New Boater Please help!!

The first one on the page is the one I bought. It not only fit on the old steering shaft in my 60's boat but it also fit on the shaft of the brand new teleflex steering system I installed this year. So I can say they are reasonably universal.
 
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BoatBuoy

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Re: Hello, New Boater Please help!!

Most steering wheels are for a 3/4" tapered shaft. Beyond that, it's like buying shoes - pick the style you like.
 
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