how to measure Mercury control cables

[nagel88]

This may seem a bit dumb, but it's a relevant question. I've replaced an old Evinrude with a 70hp Mercury and need to buy control cables. I have some cables that don't fit, and I'm using those to determine the correct length for new ones. I don't know if I should measure cables from tip to tip, or from anchor point to anchor point. I know someone out there has the answer. Thanks.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

End to end would be correct.... (Tip to Tip)

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

Measure from the control to the back of the boat,and from there to the center of the motor.Add these figures together and add 3 feet.This gives you the cable lenghth.<br /><br />DHP

 

[nagel88]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

Ah, very good! I'll double check my measurement and get some ordered. Thanks!

 

[nagel88]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

Should I measure to the extreme back of the boat (transom)?

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

Yep ! That's where the motor is. (grin)<br /><br />DHP

 

[nagel88]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

Okey dokey. The dumbest question, they say, is the one that's not asked. More than that, it's easier to deal with cables that are too long than too short. Thanks all.

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: how to measure Mercury control cables

Lots of people rig with shorter cables,but for long life and easy operating,this seems to work well.<br /><br />DHP