Steering Cable block

[TX skier]

This is the block that holds the outside still while the inside moves. The angle that is held down by the strut bolts was loose. I tightened it up. The bolt that holds this block to the angle seemed loose. It would not tighten. I put a wrench on both sides and it was tight. The block is still loose. Is it supposed to be?

Hopefully, there is a picture here.

Thanks, David
'99 Santera

[mapleleaf]

Most likely the inside of the clamp block is worn, and needs to be replaced.
Ski Dim has them, cleaned up some slop in my steering when I replaced mine this summer....

[TX skier]

I found it. Thanks for the help, I'll order tomorrow!

[docdrs]

maybe the bolt is bottomed out and if you take it apart and add a washer it might be fine, or the bolt rusted in it?

[deafgoose]

I ran into this same problem and we are not alone.

So many people have vibration in the steering wheel on take-off due this problem.

One guy on the Moomba forums added a teflon washer to take up the slack and his vibrations we solved. I am gonna give it a try this week.

[cadunkle]

My saltare has slip in this block, just needs to be replaced. Minelooks a little different IIRC, but same idea. There's a ball pivot in there that's just worn and has excessive clearance. It's on my winter project list.

[wotan2525]

Hmm..... my boat doesn't have this at all???

[mapleleaf]

Hmm..... my boat doesn't have this at all???

I think it must be the cold water.....check again...LOL

[wotan2525]

Hah! I'll double-check next time the cover comes off.... but... I've replaced the steering cable, helm, and rudder -- and I don't recall ever seeing that piece.

[docdrs]

hi all again, while winterizing my 09 i checked this and found there to be some play in mine as well...... maybe there is suppose to be some play? or is this suppose to be rock solid? I found them at great lakes skipper for $49