Cable Greasing

[ferrariman]

I just got a new (new to me ) 14.4 foot hoursten glascraft with a 69 merc 500 thunderbolt. The steering cable it completley seized and the shifter cable is really hard to move. How would go about lubing them back up? Will i have to just buy new ones?

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: Cable Greasing

They're rusty. Replace them.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Cable Greasing

Cables are a Non-Servicable item,......<br /><br />Replacement is your Only Option...........<br /><br />For your Steering,..... The Helm,+ Cable package is the Way to Go,..... <br />The Whole Thing is only a couple dollars more than Just the Cable...........

 

[Mark42]

Re: Cable Greasing

And don't try forcing "working them loose" because the steering helm and shifter control box can get parts bent/damaged on the inside. Just not worth it. <br /><br />Also, I have read about people buying used steering cables/helms from e-bay. Not a good idea, many times they are corroded and you just wasted your money.<br /><br />With steering and shifters, the best thing to do is buy new parts. With regular cleaning and maint, you will never have to buy new ones again.