Teleflex Steering Cable Question

[minuteman62-64]

Thanks to the various posts on the subject I've just successfully pulled out my old (and shot) steering cable. The information on the cable is: "Teleflex 12'; SC7212 F2." It steers a 1982 Mariner 30 hp outboard.

Is there a Teleflex model # cross reference site? Or should I take the QC II verbage literally - that it will fit Teleflex systems old and new? I read somewhere on-line that, because my OB is an older Mariner, it requires a special shaft on the engine end of the cable to fit the tilt tube.

 

[DJ]

Re: Teleflex Steering Cable Question

Most cable ends are standard. Are you sure that "special" Mariner end does not come off?

If it were me, I'd by a whole new system. It's not that much more for the new steering head also.

 

[minuteman62-64]

Re: Teleflex Steering Cable Question

I didn't see any way it would come off - I'll take a closer look tomorrow.

It looks like a whole new system would be about $50-$60 more than the cable alone. Since the existing wheel/bezel/steering head seem to be in good condition, that would be in the category of a "nice to have." At this point in my project I'd rather spend the $50-$60 on the "got to have" stuff.

 

[DJ]

Re: Teleflex Steering Cable Question

I didn't see any way it would come off - I'll take a closer look tomorrow.

It looks like a whole new system would be about $50-$60 more than the cable alone. Since the existing wheel/bezel/steering head seem to be in good condition, that would be in the category of a "nice to have." At this point in my project I'd rather spend the $50-$60 on the "got to have" stuff.

A 100% safe steering system is a "got to have". That is one area where you do not want to thrift.

 

[minuteman62-64]

Re: Teleflex Steering Cable Question

Nope, nothing on the motor end of the cable comes apart.

I should have clairified - the old cable is "shot" in the sense that the outer skin is cracked and deteriorated with the metal reinforcement showing, as a result of weathering. The inner cable and steering mechanism work smoothly with no significant slop. There is no safety issue with using the existing steering wheel/head with a new cable.

 

[minuteman62-64]

Re: Teleflex Steering Cable Question

Well, I ended up getting the package that comprises the entire steering system (except for the wheel). Went down to West Marine to cash in a coupon they sent me and they only had the complete systems in the size I need. Cost me $171 after the deduction for the coupon.

The old gear box/bezel assembly came off reasonably easy. I did have to drill a hole in the bezel to clear the woodruff key - it was in there solid - couldn't budge it. I'll put the new system in tomorrow. Good instructions with the package. Looks pretty straight forward.