Hello, I am new to the forum and hope I could get some help. I purchased a 1995 Nitro DC190 with a Mercury XR6 Black max 150hp. My problem is in the steering . I can hardly move it. I disconnect the rod and the motor moves very easy. The next question is that I was told after I bought the boat that there was a jack plate on it and they took it off. Could this be part of the problem. I can not find out what size jack plate was on it as the previous owner that sold it is deceased. Should I try and add a jack plate or change the steering cables? I was told it would be less expensive to add jack plate then change the cables. Should I consider hydraulic steering ? Any help would be appreciated.
