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Since this is a foot pedal cable operated system I'm going to stick with a mechanical steering cable system. The rack and pinion steering column I have was made by The Kerch Corp. in Wisconsin. It is a very sturdy unit. I disassembled the gearbox and discovered it is a planetary gear system...
Sailing along! I found something in my shop a few days ago that I think I can use in place of a Control Box Quadrant, which are very expensive. It's an old lawn tractor steering column with a Rack & Pinion system. After removing the steering knuckle from the pinion it appears to be a 3/8: NF...
Sorry, I accidently hit POST. I wanted to say that different manufacturers may have slightly different designs, but you can get a Parts diagram, and Wiring diagram to help you. I didn't get a chance to post my pics above so I'll post them here. I'll take more pics when I finish the project...
Okay, I have been over engineering this problem in my head. This morning I went down to the boat and removed the 4 screws holding the foot pedal to the deck. When I turned it over I saw that the upper movable pedal had a triangular piece molded into it. At the apex was a 3/16"stainless steel...
I'm gradually coming to a conclusion. I have all these ideas spinning around in my head, but the simplest solution seems to be to remove the foot pedal hinge pin, and replace it with a longer one. The pin is not bound to either the pedal or the base, so if I drill a hole midway through the...
Well roscoe, unfortunately you are correct. The manufacturer does not have any accessory cables that would allow me to extend the foot pedal to a remote location, so I will have to leave it where it is. I have to go down to the boat to get some measurements, namely, the distance between the...
I have a MotorGuide Pro 75 trolling motor mounted on the bow of my Hurricane FB196 O/B which is configured for fishing. Because the trolling motor is rather large it is mounted at an angle on the forward deck. This precludes me from using my second seat on the bow unless I take it on and off...
I'm back on the water, and my engine is running fine. I'm still hooked up to my portable tanks since I have not yet polished the fuel in my onboard tank, or pumped it out. I'm looking for a decent 12 volt gasoline transfer pump for that purpose. As far as my Neptune portable 6 gallon tanks...
My Attwood gas filter/water trap is 10 micron. I contacted Mercury/Mariner by email and inquired about my engine. The following day I was contacted by Jerry from MercMarine Customer Service who was nice enough to answer my question. My engine is a 1996 2 stroke 125hp Mariner outboard. The...
I'd be very happy to use unleaded regular. The no ethanol gas is a lot more expensive. My boat registration lists my boat as a 1997 FB196OB, it doesn't specify a date for the engine which could be the same age, older or newer. I bought the boat used so I don't have a history to fall back on...
Thank you Chris for your response. I am installing a new gas filter/water separator between my portable tank and the engine. I've been using only unleaded/no ethanol fuel since I bought the boat. It was recommended because alcohol destroys rubber seals and membranes. I only have two local...
I just got my boat/engine back yesterday. According to the mechanic trash, and grit from the fuel caused two needle valves to remain open allowing too much gas (like full choke all the time). In addition, there was rust inside the carburetors that caused another needle valve to fail. I...
Thanks for the heads-up on the Attwater fuel line. It wasn't installed at the time I had an issue with fuel contamination. I purchased it with the two 6 gallon portable tanks. I now have the Attwood fuel line connected to a large fuel filter/water trap. From there I added 6 feet of 5/16"...
Sorry, new member. Don't know exactly where to put this thread. Moderators, please feel free to move it where it belongs. Since it is not engine specific I though nit might fit here. I have an 1997 Hurricane Fundeck 196 configured for fishing. It has a Mercury Mariner 125 hp 2 cycle...
Thanks for your response. I have looked at online diagrams, but have not found one that looks like mine. Since all my access is through small hatches I think I need to take phone camera pictures of what's under there to try to get a clear understanding of the plumbing. I know I only have one...
