1976 SeaRay 188HP stern drive

[ArmyAdam]

I have a 1976 SeaRay with a ford 304 motor. and a sterndrive. I am trying to figure out why my boat turn's easily one way while underway but is very hard the other. I have taken a few pictures of something connected to my steering someone told me it might be power steering but I have NO clue.

I am also having an issue with water getting in the boat I have sealled all aftermarket parts that were put on the boat. is there a seal or gasket that could be leaking on the lower unit into the boat?.

 

[Bondo]

Re: 1976 SeaRay 188HP stern drive

Ayuh,... Yer pictures appear to be of the trim lock, 'n indicator...
Yer turning issue can probably be fixed by adjustin' the torque tab, just above the prop, or changing the prop...

There are several places the transom can leak,...
The only way to know where, is to LOOK...

 

[ArmyAdam]

Re: 1976 SeaRay 188HP stern drive

it has no fin over the prop it has a flat plate the prop is 2 big to put a fin on it. what prop should this thing have on it? it is stainless now and what is the thing the hydro lines are comming out of?

 

[haulnazz15]

Re: 1976 SeaRay 188HP stern drive

You'd need to take a pic of the prop for us to be sure. The trim anode should be on that drive. Your boat doesn't likely have power steering.

 

[ArmyAdam]

Re: 1976 SeaRay 188HP stern drive

well boat is running like a champ. 45 to 50 MPH but new position at work and no time for it I'm giving up and selling my baby....View attachment 112883View attachment 112884View attachment 112885View attachment 112886View attachment 112887