old 60's 45 hp Chrysler Steering Help

[gofast2003]

Good Day iBoats

I have an old chrysler 45hp from the 60's. I'm having trouble replacing the steering system. The Boat is set up for a single cable teleflex system and the motor was hooked up with a pulley steering system. The problem I'm having is how exactly does the motor hook up to the steering cable. I need to get parts so any help would be appreciated. Pics could be very useful if you have a similar setup. I will try to post pics of mine as well when I get a chance. Thanks all!

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: old 60's 45 hp Chrysler Steering Help

Go to the Teleflex site.They show all kinds of parts and setups.Then contact them with questions.They are real good about helping.
J

http://www.teleflexmarine.com/support/sales-inquiries/

 

[Frank Acampora]

Re: old 60's 45 hp Chrysler Steering Help

If your engine does not have the through the transom clamp cable attachment (7/8 inch holes in the front of the transom clamps) --and it will not if it is early '60s-- then you must buy a transom clamp assembly for the steering cable. The end of the cable attaches to the nose of the lower pan--projection with (usually) three 3/8 holes. A two way joint (swivel) bar is used to connect to the engine.

Connecting the cable directly without the two way swivel will result in the nose breaking off if the engine kicks up. All these parts are made and sold by Teleflex and others. You should be able to find them on iboats store too.

 

[gofast2003]

Re: old 60's 45 hp Chrysler Steering Help

You guys are awesome, thanks for you're help. The teleflex transom steering clamp kit look like exactly what I need. Thank you so much for the help you guys saved me a HUGE headache. Thanks again