info on original steering helm for 1975

[abl1111]

Gotcha.

I'm going to leave mine in for now. When she goes, I'll replace it. It is in great shape now, so I'll leave it...

Besides, I cannot find any info on it anyway...

[Miles Offshore]

Abl- what kind of shape is the steering wheel in??

[abl1111]

steering wheel is in perfect condition. the whole steering looks great, but as with anything - you never know. I repalced a few of the mounting studs ( they were understandably rusted )

I have a call into Mercury to see if they can come up w/ a schematic of the helm so I can reassemble exactly right. I think I know how it goes back together - I just want to be sure.

Again, if the $ were not an issue, I would swap it now. But, I am over budgeted as is and this is something that I will let slide for now ( one of the few things, I might add )

ABL

[Water Rat]

Abl,

Sorry I have not responded to your post sooner. I think I may of had a similar system on my '78 23' Sceptre (i.e. cable steering). When I repowered with a MerCruiser 454 / Bravo 1, I did not change over immediately. Couple of years later, finally converted to a Hynautic hydraulic system and it was definitely $ well spent. However, at that time the NFB systems did not exist. An added benefit was not having to replace steering cables which seemed to seize every 2 or 3 years. I do feel your pain from writing so many checks, but if you decide to convert, I'll be happy to share any info. regarding what helm pump, cylinder, etc., I used.
Good luck and looking forward to seeing some pictures.

Chris