OMC Cobra 4.3L Power Steering

the-goose

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Under acceleration or while I tow somebody behind the boat, I get a strange vibration feedback through the steering wheel when turning. Almost fells like rapid pulses or "bumps" when I turn the steering wheel. The wheel does not turn smoothly and its very noticeable. Also, while drifting slowly the steering won't stay in a straight position, almost as if the leg turns in stages and not smoothly. I have to constantly correct the direction of the boat left or right to keep it straight. That is the best I can describe it. Anyone had the same problem and is there a solution? Thx!
 

Bondo

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Under acceleration or while I tow somebody behind the boat, I get a strange vibration feedback through the steering wheel when turning. Almost fells like rapid pulses or "bumps" when I turn the steering wheel. The wheel does not turn smoothly and its very noticeable. Also, while drifting slowly the steering won't stay in a straight position, almost as if the leg turns in stages and not smoothly. I have to constantly correct the direction of the boat left or right to keep it straight. That is the best I can describe it. Anyone had the same problem and is there a solution? Thx!

Ayuh,.... Welcome Aboard,.... Sounds like yer steerin' needs a Grease job,.....

The low speed wander is normal for I/O boats,...
Less operator input usually helps,...
Trim tabs help as well,...
 
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