HOW TO MEASURE A NEW STEERING CABLE
Once you have selected the Steering System, it is now required to measure the length of the required Steering Cable. Each boat has a specific requirement of Cable length which depends on the length of the boat and the routing of the cable.
The required Steering Cable length should be measured as below
Use the following method for calculating the Steering Cable Length
Example
If A = 100 cm, B = 200 cm, C = 60 cm. Assume there are two 90 degree bends in the routing. The length of the required cable shall be: 100 + 200 + 60 = 360. Subtract 20 cms on account of two 90 degree bends 360 -20 = 340. Add 30.5 on account of Tilt tube installation 340 + 30.5 = 370.50 cms. For cable length in foot : 370.5 / 30.5 = 12.14 Round o_ = 13 foot
Example
If A = 100 cm, B = 200 cm, C = 60 cm. Assume there are two 90 degree bends in the routing. The length of the required cable shall be: 100 + 200 + 60 = 360. Subtract 20 cms on account of three 90 degree bends Subtract 10 cm from the above total for each 90 degree bend in the cable routing 360 – 20 = 340 cm. For cable length in foot: 340 / 30.5 = 11.14 Round o_ = 12 foot.
Note: It is advised to consult a qualified technician while selecting, installing or servicing the Steering System on your boat.