91 Force 120hp. Steering pulls to Left

[Benidorm Mick]

Hi all. Just got myself a clean looking 91 Bayliner Capri with Force 120 stern drive. Problem is at high speed the steering pulls like hell to the left. Let go of the wheel and flies severely to the left. Would appreciate any help. Cable have been replaced recently by previous owner. All done professionaly. Got the receipts. HELP PLEASE!!!

 

[roscoe]

Re: 91 Force 120hp. Steering pulls to Left

Welcome to iboats Mick.

Your motor/drive system is called an "L-drive".

There should be an adjustable tab (fin) just above the propeller.
Loosen the bolt that secures it.
Then slide the rear edge of the fin to the left and tighten the bolt.

That should help with the pull.

 

[Benidorm Mick]

Re: 91 Force 120hp. Steering pulls to Left

Thanks for the welcome. I think i'm gonna like it here!
Anyway, back to the boat. Above the prop i have the exhaust snout although it is shaped sort of like a fin. Is this the adjustable bit????

 

[roscoe]

Re: 91 Force 120hp. Steering pulls to Left

Yes it is.
It doesn't move much, and may not help much.

The only other option you might try is called a "torque tab". Its a small piece of metal that bolts onto the side of the skeg below the prop.

 

[Benidorm Mick]

Re: 91 Force 120hp. Steering pulls to Left

Cheers roscoe. I'll have a look and let you know how it goes. Watch this space!!!!