Steering Problems

[Blazed1973]

Have a 1974 SRV 190. Under normal throttle all is fine once hit about 3500 to 5000 rmp steering gets extremely tight. Almost takes two hands to turn the wheel. Any idea why this would be happening?


Thanks,

 

[drewmitch44]

Re: Steering Problems

Is it outboard or io? i have a 72 180 srv outboard with 115 yamaha. Any pics??

 

[Blazed1973]

Re: Steering Problems

I/O. Will take some pics and post later today. Had original 188 in when i got it put new engine in currently right at 300 hp. Boat flies problem is WOT extremely hard to maneuver the boat as the steering is so tight.

 

[micel]

Re: Steering Problems

Problem is torque,try torque tab from bobs or t&m,should help alot!

 

[MikDee]

Re: Steering Problems

Do you have power steering, most I/O's do? Either way, turn the back of the trim tab (on the cavitation plate) all the way to the right, if your prop rotates clockwise (most boats do).

 

[BIGALF]

Re: Steering Problems

If you have power stearing check fluid and if proper fluit level is there bleed system . If it worked befor it show not have anything to do with the new engine.

 

[eli.k]

Re: Steering Problems

I have 1995 440eb sea ray my steering wheel is turning very hard whats the problem