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    Default 2008 Launch 20 steering issue

    I have noticed my steering was tighter than normal but planned on sticking it out for the rest of the year until yesterday when the Back Mount Rack system by Teleflex inc cracked. This left me with zero turning capabilities and I wanted to get some advice from the community. I am going to attach some pictures. Thanks for the help in advance.


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    Default 2008 Launch 20 steering issue

    You need to replace it . It can be welded but when it comes to steering I would just replace it
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    Quote Originally Posted by lively View Post
    You need to replace it . It can be welded but when it comes to steering I would just replace it
    Cable as well or just the part that I show in the picture? Prior to the break my steering was a bit hard to handle.
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    Default 2008 Launch 20 steering issue

    Pull the cable out , is that a steering rack ? Take more pics overall
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    Quote Originally Posted by lively View Post
    Pull the cable out , is that a steering rack ? Take more pics overall
    Yes it is the steering rack located in the back of my dash. I would be happy to take more pictures. What are you trying to analyze? Are you wanting to see where the steering rack is in a picture that is zoomed out more?
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    I would say disconnect the cable from the steering wheel, then turn the rudder by hand at the back,
    If that is still easy to turn your issue may have been the part that broke.
    If it isn't still difficult to turn, then replace both...
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    Default 2008 Launch 20 steering issue

    The part that's broke it the steering column outter housing , the culprit was probably the cable binding when turning , teleflex offers that same style for around 160.00 for column / helm and cable . Remove and measure cable from end of black sleeve to end of black sleeve and add a foot . That's the size you need .
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    Yuck. 2008 already stuck/broken? Was this used in brackish water?
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    It was used in brackish water.
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    Just an update, I ordered a new steering cable and helm. Both parts cost about $270.00. Now I got to get them on to see if I fixed the problem.
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