Once you’ve chosen a steering system you will need to measure the length or your new steering cable.
Each boat has a specific requirement for a different length cable dependent on the length of the boat and the routing of the cable.
The cable length should be measured as follows:
- Measure the dimensions of A, B and C in centimetres
- Determine how many 90 degree bends the cable will have in the routing
- Determine whether the cable installation is:
- Through the engine tilt tube
- Transom support
- Splash well
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As an example:
If A = 100 cm, B = 200 cm and C = 60 cm, assume there are two 90-degree bends in the routing. The length of the required cable would be:
100 + 200 + 60 = 360
Subtract 20 cm on account of the two 90-degree bends.
360 – 20 = 340
Add 30.5 on account of the tilt tube installation 340 + 30.5 = 370.50 cm
- For transom support and splash well mounting installation (Diagram 2 and 3)
- Add dimension A + B = C
- Subtract 10cm from the above total for each 90-degree bend in the cable routing. You have the required length in centimetres
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Diagram 1
An example:
If A = 100 cm, B = 200 cm and C = 60 cm, assume there are two 90-degree bends in the routing. The length of the required cable would be:
100 + 200 + 60 = 360
Subtract 20 cm on account of the two 90-degree bends.
360 – 20 = 340am
Please note that is recommended to consult a qualified technician when selecting, installing, or servicing the steering system in your boat.
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 "A Guide to Effortless Navigation and Selecting the Right Steering System")
 "Understanding some of the Key Components of Multisteer Hydraulic Boat Steering Systems")
 "What kind of control cable do I need?")
