Measuring Cables for New Installations

New Installation:

Measure cable routing path from wheel center line to engine connection, as follows:



** A single-cable, starboard drive push-pull mechanical cable system is shown in this diagram. If your mechanical system is different than the one depicted and/or you have any questions about mechanical steering after reviewing this guide, please contact us 1-262-898-1855. Cable routings (such as those found on pontoon boats) may vary from this illustration. Confirm length by laying a garden hose or similar object) along cable path and measure run from wheel to engine connection point.

For Cable Installations through the Engine Tilt Tube:  Add A, B and C + 6", then round up to the next foot. Order that length cable.
For Cables Mounted to Transom, Splashwell or Stringer:  Add A, B and C, then subtract 6" and round up to the next foot. Order that length cable.

Replacement of Existing Cables:

If possible, find the part number stamped on the plastic jacket of the old cable. If you removed the old cable, measure for the replacement cable as follows:



For Rotary Steering Cable Replacement:  Measure Existing Cable as follows: Measure plastic cable jacket (“Y” dimension, shown in above drawing) in inches, add 18”, and round up to next foot. Order that length cable.
For Rack Steering Cable Replacement:  Measure Existing Cable as follows: Measure plastic cable jacket (“Y” dimension shown in above drawing) in inches, add 30”, and round up to next foot. Order that length cable.
For JBS Jet Boat Cable Replacement:  Measure Existing Cable as follows: Measure old cable from tip to tip. (Round up to next foot if needed for whole foot.) Order that length cable.