steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

[1810Trophy]

Hi guys, first boat, first post. I've got a 1986 1810 trophy fish/ski with what I can assume is a factory setup of the throttle arm assembly and Dino steering wheel. In the pic attached, you can see that the two are too close together and it's not easy steering when the throttle arm is forward of the neutral position. Sorry it's so small. Not sure how to enlarge...The throttle arm is mounted to a foam cushioned panel that sticks out about 3/4" from the wall it's mounted on.



Was this standard or did the previous owner make a change to cause the interference?
I'm guessing I can take it off that panel and make a new thinner panel to get back most of the 3/4" and have a little more clearance, but that still sucks...
What are some options you guys could suggest?

Off topic, this forum is soooo helpful. I've already found the solution to my overheat alarm. I'll be replacing the water pump and impeller soon...While I'm waiting for parts, I'll see what else I can get done with your help.

Jason

 

[luckynickles]

Re: steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

just unbolt it dude and move your throttle back until it clears its just bolts you can move it back

 

[NYBo]

Re: steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

Welcome to iboats!

That steering wheel didn't come with the boat, and it's the source of the problem- it's too large in diameter.

just unbolt it dude and move your throttle back until it clears its just bolts you can move it back

The controls are mounted in the upholstered side panel so that won't really work. A smaller steering wheel is the answer.

 

[1810Trophy]

Re: steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

that's more like the answer I was expecting to hear. I've tried taking out the allen bolts that hold the wheel on, but that only removes the wheel. It attaches to the 3 metal parts of the wheel. In order to put another one on, the main part of the column seems to need some more disassembly, but nothing will budge. I'm kinda stumped for now. I've pulled and twisted and am at the point where If I keep trying I think I'm gonna break something. Any ideas? I can post pics of the wheel if that'll help.

 

[NYBo]

Re: steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

Unless the entire steering mechanism was replaced along the way, there should be a large nut under the center cap of the wheel. Remove that and the hub should pull off the shaft. It may take a little "persuasion", though.

 

[1810Trophy]

Re: steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

I've taken off the nut, expecting it to be fairly similar to that of a car, on which I've replaced several wheels over the years. Maybe I need to "persuade" it a little more. Given the age of the boat and some parts being obsolete, I tend to get nervous pulling and yanking stuff. So far everything has been easy.

 

[NYBo]

Re: steering wheel interferes with throttle arm

A gear puller with jaws will make quick work of it without damaging the shaft or the gears in the helm.