Houseboat steering cable

[Mechmagcn]

Hi all! I've taken on a job to replace the steering cable on an older 40' Stardust Cruiser. I'm sure it hasn't ever been replaced because I'm running across wires that have been zip tied to the cable in inaccessible places. Oh well, I'll figure it out.
My problem is this, I've changed several cables on boats, but never came across this style. The helm has to be disassembled to remove the cable because it is bent 90° and is inserted into the gear. Also this helm doesn't turn 360°, the gears limit the biggest to about 45°, about 5 turns of the wheel. Can anyone identify and is this style cable available?

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,...... As with any other old boat, use a helm, 'n cable Kit,.....

 

[Mechmagcn]

Thanks Bondo, that's what I was afraid of.
With the price of the 38' cable and a helm assy I would be getting close to the price of one of the Vevor hydraulic system. Anyone have any experience with these? Reviews are good, looks like a knock off.

 

[kenny nunez]

That looks like a Det Mar or a Marmac rotary which I am sure is long out of production.
I would look into the Optimus electric steering instead of hydraulic. It is not cheap but easier to install.

 

[Mechmagcn]

That looks like a Det Mar or a Marmac rotary which I am sure is long out of production.
I would look into the Optimus electric steering instead of hydraulic. It is not cheap but easier to install.

Optimus.....that's not gonna happen! I don't think this ol steel hull houseboat will bring much over the $7995 price tag. It's gonna be hard to talk the attorney that this thing belongs to into the cheapest hydraulic.