Thanks to all for your advice on the stiff steering. I do believe I'm dealing with a rotary cable helm. sounds like lubing it will be a bit of a pain, so if its seized, think I'll opt for replacement.<br /><br />One more question... I'm running a 01 johnson 25hp 2stroke on an 18ft cedar strip - a lot of my fishing is trolling slowly. Will that motor tolerate a day of trolling, or should I think about adding a trolling plate? <br /><br />Would appreciate anyone's thoughts on this.<br /><br />max
