FYI-OMC I/O True Course Steering.

[Boomyal]

For any of yous out there with stringer mount OMC's, that use the Tru Course steering, you might want to lubricate the steering cables.<br /><br />My boat is 29 y/o. I have always kept the two intermediate housing steering shaft bushings well lubricated. In spite of this I've felt that it was taking undo effort to steer my boat. I thought maybe I was just getting older and should maybe trade my boat in for one with power steering. (not)<br /><br /><br />In preparation for pulling my motor, in my current restoration project, I had to disconnect the steering drum at the interemediate housing. I then went forward to try the steering wheel effort. It was still significant even with the assy disconnected from the outdrive.<br /><br />I got the bright idea to force aerosol Tri-flow into both passages of the cable, from both ends, while rapidly turning the steering wheel back and forth.<br /><br />An incredible difference in effort at the wheel was the result. I'm sure that when I get the boat back on the water, I am going to feel 25 years younger. <br /><br />Maybe you'll discover a Fountain of Youth as well.