Teleflex steering installation
Hi about to tackle replacing my Teleflex cable lsteering and cable in my 20 foot Grady white center consul. Looks fairly simple except I have seen where some people say you must lift the motor to get the cable into the tilt tube? Which ion a 150 hp outboard would be quite difficult. Anyone have any experience or anything to offer on that ? Thanks Ted
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So, not exactly the same as your outboard, but I replaced mine on a 20ft Regal - it's a runabout with a stern drive, but the concept should hopefully be the same and if this doesn't help you maybe it helps someone in the future who's finds your posting.
I did not have to remove my engine or anything besides the teleflex cable. I have a Volvo Penta with a steering actuator mounted on the rear transom behind the engine (https://amazon.com/Volvo-Penta-Steering-Actuator-Cylinder/dp/B00KQ8D7KQ). I removed the pins for the actuator to disconnect it from the stern drive and release the tension on the cable. I unscrewed the cable from the actuator and tied a strong rope to the teleflex cable. I connected the other end of the rope to a cleat on the boat just in case I pulled it too far. I then removed the cable/rack from the steering at the helm and pulled it (along with the rope) out from the helm side. I tied the new cable to the rope and pulled it back and reversed the entire process.
If you do have to remove your outboard and are worried about the weight, a simple gin pole setup will be a back saver. It's what was used before we had all these fancy hydraulic cranes and tractors.
Ted, calling the brand directly could also help give some insight! Try reaching out Teleflex directly! Here is a link to their contact page.
https://www.dometic.com/en-us/outdoor/contact-us