Steering seized

[jarob]

'84 johno 90hp. Steering was a bit stiff when I purchased the boat some 18 months ago and the mech. advised and replaced the steering unit, wheel (as it wouldn't fit) and cable. The result was a little better but now after wintering over its stuck solid. Assuming the new gear is okay what is the next step.?

 

[OBJ]

Re: Steering seized

jarob....disconnect the steering cable from the motor and swing the engine by hand. Just may need some grease applied to the swivel bracket.<br /><br />If the engine swings free, then the problem is in the steering set up. Is this a rack and pinion or rotary?

 

[moderator1]

Re: Steering seized

Moving to Boat questions.