Sunbird boat steering wheel

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dutch135

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I am the proud owner of a 1997 Sunbird Spirit 170 and have a question about the steering wheel. This boat has a 90 HP Johnson Outboard. Under the steering wheel housing, there is a round knob. This knob will turn and tighten, or turn the other direction and become loose,, but I can't see what is actually happening. Any ideas on what this is supposed to do? <br />Other than that, the boat is surprisingly spunky for it's size. A little small, but at least it runs! <br />Thanks for the help!<br /> :cool:
 
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jomac

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Re: Sunbird boat steering wheel

That knob should adjust the tension/amount of force needed to turn the wheel ;)
 
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Spidybot

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Re: Sunbird boat steering wheel

Exactly - it's a 'brake'. If it has never been used it may not work, but the idea is to hold the wheel for you.
 
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dutch135

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Re: Sunbird boat steering wheel

thanks guys,, <br />but no, it doesn't work.. i guess i'll have to take it apart and see why. <br />so far the kids love the boat. it does pull them on the wakeboard and wakeskate, yet it is real light and easy to drive and maneuver. i think it's a keeper.<br /> :cool:
 
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