97 bayliner capri force 75hp steering issues

[jstriker28]

Steering is locked up, thought since the experts have been so helpful to me in the past I would post the issues and ask for some troubleshooting advice.

Last year the steering was gradually tightening up. Being a boating novice, I never thought to greese anything, just went about my merry way, until at the end of the season when I went to put the boat up for the winter, the steering was completely seized up. No movement at all. Unhooked the stearing from the engine to get it to the ramp to take it out of the water. Pretty funny sight, my wife on the bow, and me steering from the back by hand. Anyway winterized the engine with the help of the fine i boat forum folks, and figured I would just mess with it when the time was right. Well the weather is getting nicer, and the time is right. I'm looking for any advice on where to start first, and what steps to take to get this thing right. Thanks for your help without this forum I would probably be out some serious money for service.

 

[jstriker28]

Re: 97 bayliner capri force 75hp steering issues

Anyone?

 

[azlakes]

Re: 97 bayliner capri force 75hp steering issues

Hi jstriker;

... here are a couple threads that had similiar issues. I can only attest to a stiff wheel that pulled hard right. This was fixed by adjusting my O/B fin at the exhaust snout. Without knowing your power plant I included i/b & o/b.

Sounds like you may need a complete cable assembly to replace yours.

g-luck


http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=124790&highlight=steering

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=240533&highlight=steering

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=240709&highlight=steering

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=239054&highlight=steering

 

[tonyg11780]

Re: 97 bayliner capri force 75hp steering issues

You need to replace your steering cable. Im assuming that with a 75hp you only have one cable. Some higher horsepower engines use two. Its fairly easy with a set of hand tools...just pay attention to how it comes out. It can be tricky to get that rigid cable to bend the way you want it, and make sure you dont have any sharp bends in it....

Tony

 

[jstriker28]

Re: 97 bayliner capri force 75hp steering issues

Thanks for your help, just one more question. I figure I'll order the cable online here. The boat is a 16ft Bayliner with 75 hp force motor. What size cable am I looking for? Thanks alot.

 

[jstriker28]

Re: 97 bayliner capri force 75hp steering issues

The Bayliner online parts catalog lists it as a 15' steering cable. What brand should I be looking for, like to order cable as soon as possible, and start messing with it.