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Thread: STEERING CABLE or HELM ?
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09-03-2014, 11:08 PM #1Member
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STEERING CABLE or HELM ?
I've got some loose steering issues on my 2000 Outback LS and could use some advice. With the steering wheel being held in place, From the steering cable at the rudder I can move the steering cable in/out of the sleeve about an inch. Basically the cable will move in and out and I'm trying to figure where the slack is coming from. The block that holds the sleeve/cable at the rudder appears to be secure.
Does anyone have any past experience with this? Is it a cable issue or a helm issue? It's the standard teleflex big-t tilt helm (Sh91525p)....which i am told is not made anymore. I have not had a chance to fully inspect the helm. Otherwise, steering is smooth and easy. Do the gears within the helm wear down routinely... Boat has about 460 hours.
ThanksPatrick S.
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09-04-2014, 06:43 AM #2Senior Member
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Mine is ceasing and I'm looking to replace the cable after 10 years. I'd be surprised if it was anything but the cable. Pull your steering hard over, I don't recall which way, then check for slack and take it up if you like. 99% guess, cable connection issue.
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09-04-2014, 09:41 AM #3
I have the same issue and i just replaced the cable and had no change. Drove my buddies 2011 axis and it was the same way. Maybe this is normal?
David
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09-04-2014, 09:47 AM #4Senior Member
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Sliding.com can get you a good par number for the cable. They may have input on the overall issue. There are a few connections that allow the cable to move the rudder without binding. Those may be worn. Just a thought.
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09-04-2014, 10:00 AM #5
Inspect the cable gears and the bushing under dash at end of your steering , most likely worn out in there .
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