Rack and pinion steering

[drew238]

Thanks for the replies. I have lubed them often, but they just get tighter and tighter. It is impossible to turn the wheel with one hand. Anyone know of an internet sight that might show you how to change the cables?

[Devils Horse]

Your 201 Stratos should have dual cables, and it's likely one or both are the problem. If you're going to do it yourself, you have to make very sure you order the right length cable. Most people recommend replacing both cables instead of just one, but that would be up to you. The job's not that mentally hard to do, but it's not real fun from a physical standpoint.

I had mine replaced by 31E Marine near the Barren State Park, the hour of shop labor was worth it to me. Be sure and add the lubrication fittings on the engine side of the cables. Those are a bit pricey ($40 or so) for what they are, but they allow you to 'inject' a little lube oil into the cables every year.

[drew238]

Thanks Devils Horse, I will definitely keep that in mind. I appreciate the input.

[CTFSHWHISKER]

did my 96 295 pro in about 2 hours..i would not change just the cables spend the money for all of it.sometimes the problem is in the helm if you replace cable then you have to go back.i took the cables loose from the helm and cut the end and pulled one cable out,hook the new ones to the end of the other and pull them to the motor,if you have a jackplate you may have to take the engine loose to get the back one in i did,don't bend them much or you will crak the case.there are loops made in the hull to hold them it takes a little work getting them through but it isn't hard at all.