2004 Johnson Steering Tension Adjustment?

[Salmonseeker]

Hi guys,

I have a 2004 Johnson 50HP 2-Stroke mounted on a 2004 Crestliner Angler 1600SC. I primarily use the boat and motor for trolling for salmon in Lake Ontario.

When I am trolling and the waves are picking up I have to constantly adjust the steering to keep in a straight line. The motor sometimes seems to have a mind of its own when I let go of the steering wheel(Slow speeds only) It will go one way or the other and once it starts it gradually turns more and more and all of a sudden I made a very sharp turn which can cause problems when running multiple trolling lines.

I know with tiller models you can adjust the steering tension on the motor. This was done on my previous tiller and worked like a charm.

The problem, is my repair manual shows the tension adjustment for the tiller model. Where this should be, mine just has a set screw to fill the tapped hole for the adjustment. Mine is not the tiller model so I assume they left this out on purpose.

Can I adjust the tension on this? Is there an adjustment somewhere in the steering system instead? It is a single cable type system. If so Please help out?

Thank You

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 2004 Johnson Steering Tension Adjustment?

teleflex no feedback steering would work.

 

[Salmonseeker]

Re: 2004 Johnson Steering Tension Adjustment?

Thanks

 

[Salmonseeker]

Re: 2004 Johnson Steering Tension Adjustment?

Thanks, but I am looking for a cheaper solution.

Is it possible to tighten up the original system? What happens if I try and tighten the set screw where the adjustment should be?

Thanks

 

[Salmonseeker]

Re: 2004 Johnson Steering Tension Adjustment?

teleflex no feedback steering would work.

After further investigation, this might be the best option.

How well does this system work? If I had the wheel turned slightly say 5-10 degrees and let go of the wheel. Will it stay in this position even with the waves and motor vibrations trying to turn the motor more? Right now it would continue to turn the direction of the 5-10 degrees more and more, so it makes letting go of the wheel to check or set rods difficult.

If it really helps this I might seriously consider it.

Thanks

 

[Salmonseeker]

Re: 2004 Johnson Steering Tension Adjustment?

Thanks.