Mercury Optimax Sterring Installation

hg849

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Guys I have a 2001 Mercury Optimax ,Fuel injection that I purchased to put on a 196 wellcraft center counsel. Now the probelm is that i have never done this befor however the engine has already been mounted on the boat but i dont know how to do the steering so here are my questions :

Can I do with a mechanical steering ? or do I need a hydrolic steering ?
If so what parts do I need to buy for either steering system? I have a helm n hoses that that came with the boat but thats as far as I can go. I have seen some kits online but dont know if i may need more .......

......please help.....
 

jerryjerry05

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Re: Mercury Optimax Sterring Installation

What motor?The bigger Mercs.have hydrolic steering built in.
Hoses from the helm?That's hydrolic steering.
Post some pics of the front of the motor and the steering wheel mount.
 
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