I just bought a 1976 glastron gt 150 and the steering on it is really hard. When I go yo teleflex, what type of steering cables should I get? I have a 1975 johnson 75 hp outboard on it, if that helps.
Re: What type of steering does a 1976 glastron gt 150 have?
i would expect it to have a rotary system,...it has prob been changed over the yrs so,look under the dash...a round metal box is rotary,a long square skinny box,is a rack system...
Re: What type of steering does a 1976 glastron gt 150 have?
The original manufacturer of the steering cable heat-stamped the part number and length of the cable on the outer casing, about a foot from the back end. It is possible that that a teleflex dealer may be able to identify it by part number and suggest a current cable part number which will work on your boat. If you find the cable is just not available, you can purchase a Teleflex replacement cable kit which will include a new cable and the steering gearbox. It is not a hard to replace as you might think. Most boat manufacturers today recommend a dual cable steering setup for a 150 hp and above engine installations. A NFB system is also an option. (or a hydraulic system) You may need to pull the engine in order to install the steering cables, depending on your clearances in the splashwell area.
Re: What type of steering does a 1976 glastron gt 150 have?
Watch "Live and let die" and you will have your answer lol
Look under dash its either a rotory or a rack system
Remove old system and measure cable length
(every time I change a steering system I get the wrong size cable) If its a rotary...
I suggest replacing entire system with a Teleflex no feed back system.
Change the complete system as they have come way down in price and used steering parts are scary.
Wayne
