Bent pin on rack steering

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Mar 18, 2002
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The guide pin on my 70 merc was stuck,only to find a bent rod. After un hooking the linkage and turning it(all still on the boat) did I notice the bend. I removed the cable nut at the pin and slid the rod out as far as it would go. After a few hits with a 3# hammer the pin was fitting in the sleeve better. I used a file as a strait edge against the rod to check for highs and lows,then I filed away any divets that I may have made from the hammer. A little sanding and gease and the **** thing is like new. I really thought it was time to shell out some cash for a new cable. I did all this in about 30 minutes. I hope someone can find this useful...Bayliner
 
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