Replacing the steering cable and helm in a boat

In this video I replace a Teleflex / SeaStar steering cable and helm. This involves removing the old cable, removing the steering wheel and helm and installing the new ones. This can be quite a simple job or a bit tricky depending on the shape of the hull and how corroded the old steering is. It is definitely something you can do yourself though using only simple hand tools. Each cable type has a different licking mechanism, either an R clip or a strew that how the spiral section in the helm.
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[@explorer8454]

Thank you for taking the time to make this how-to video. It saved me a lot of money.

[@kwokng940]

Thank you ! Dangar Marine. Cost me $350 to clean up the rod at the local boat dealer. And it's last 5 years. Now I can do it by myself, and I 'm cleaning it once a year as a maintenance

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome, I'm glad the video has helped you. When it comes to cable maintenance this one might help you too kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZuVqXeVbdBor9E

[@Iammretired55]

Got to change the helm control on my 50 hp honda this is the video I was looking for, saved me a mechanic's bill, thanks for sharing

[@pjsolarz]

I am restoring a 1978 pontoon boat, replacing the wood, carpet, steering console, helm, throttle/transmission controls and the Captain's chair and this is my first shot at marine work. This video was very helpful, thank you for taking the time to make it.

[@DangarMarine]

+Phil Solarz Hey Phil, I'm glad the video helped you. The pontoon boat sounds like a great project, enjoy your time on the water! :)

[@MACCA264]

Great description without being too technical. Love it. 👍🏽

[@meals24u]

Thank you soooo much for making these!! I know the extra effort it takes to make a video, in your case probably more work than the repair job, but many ppl benefit from it and this new world we live in gives us the opportunity to learn and do work on it ourselves! Thanks again and all the best

[@rogercorbett122]

Excellent video! I was scratching my head a little about how to get the cable out before found this. Mine is a bit more difficult to get at but your very clear tutorial made it a straight forward job! Can't wait to get the new helm in and get back on the water.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Roger, glad the video helped you. Safe boating! :)

[@oldhardrock2542]

It seems like some youtube algorithim reads my mind. Just two days ago I noticed some steering issues with my 1993 boat. Wifey was driving and couldn't get the outboard to turn tbe other way and I had to push it to get it moving back. Then this video and the other two on steering mechaisms show up. These really help understand what problems could exist and how I can fix them with tools I have. Great comments on tools. Hammering on a screw driver etc. Not every one has a shop full of the proper tools. A run to the tool store to get proper tools takes time and it seems that I always end up buying a few other tools I might need some day. I end up spending $65 and half a day to get a perfect tool for the job when I could have used an imperfect tool that I already had but had to adapt a bit that took a bit longer... Thanks for acknowledging.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad the video helped. 😊

[@Flippin_Crazy]

Yes, you are not imagining that. My grandson had a boat given to him. My son is helping him get it into shape. He was babbling at me he was having problems replacing the steering cable. I told him KZbin will help you. He says I can’t find this problem. You just appeared on my feed 😳I think this is what he was tryna explain to me! Anywho-thank you very much! Excellent video.

[@ibjhuff]

Good video. I was legitimately able to fix the steering on a boat today just from the info you provided. You make it clear what tools would be necessary so I was able to bring the right stuff and do it fast the first time. Thank you

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. That means a lot to me. This channel is all about enabling people to keep their own boats running. Enjoy your time on the water! :)

[@briansilver9288]

The information provided in this video was right on target. After never working with a steering cable previously, I was able to determine the cause of the problem and correct it easily. The video provided excellent instructions and even pointed out particular complications that might occur. Those problems did occur, but with the solutions provided I was able to resolve them quickly. Many thanks!!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Brian, glad to hear the video helped you. :)

[@SongBill40]

Thanks for all the work putting this video together. I too now have the confidence that I could remove and re-install my steering cable.

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome mate, good luck with the job. :)

[@TheCurryfrog]

This is the third video I've used after finding you. Extremely informative. Gives confidence, and no showboating. Just good information. Thank you!

[@pobtshualee3107]

How many 'um' doest it take to fix a lightboat?

[@sindrebuene5842]

Got my first boat a few days ago. After watching this video I will try to replace the steering wire myself 😊 thanks from Norway 👍

[@matthewcapello8121]

I know its been 3 years since your last comment but cheers to using the excess grease as a lube on the new cable, and 2 as a long time mechanic and always someone who wishes they had all the tools needed for a particular task using what you got is key, oh... and not getting hurt. Great video, take care

[@techswat007]

I want to thank you for all of the informative videos that you have posted, I have learned so much from watching them.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks David, you're most welcome.

[@JeffEmmerton]

Awesome, thanks for the detailed info. Just ordering the new teleflex now.

[@the_g_fred]

Thank you for this incredible video. Replaced my cable and helm today thanks to this video. Thanks for making all your videos. I have learned so much from them.

[@larrylawson6408]

thank you , i am going to install new steering very soon and this video is going to help me heaps , thanks again Larry

[@alanlake5220]

you have made what I thought was going to be a daunting task, look not to bad, so thanks for your no nonsense approach to finding and fixing problems. Thanks from the UK, keep up the good work

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Alan, glad the video helped you. Good luck with fixing your steering!

[@kenwalz7231]

THANKS I was way off in my first attempt to hook the cable to my new Honda motor...but after this video it went together perfect!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Ken, glad you got it sorted. :)

[@johnnythumper409]

Thank you very much for taking the time for this Video. It was very helpful to me.

[@tylerpatterson1301]

Great video! I'll be replacing my old Teleflex next weekend! Used your bilge replacement video a couple months ago. Very clear and useful instruction!Cheers,TylerSeattle, WA

[@DangarMarine]

+Tyler Patterson Thanks Tyler, glad the videos are helping you. Have a great boating season! :)

[@joem8912]

Fantastic video - beautifully explained. I have a Johnson 70 that has steering that is stuck. This gives me an idea of how system works. Thank you!!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Joe, glad the video helped you. This one might give you some ideas too kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpewn2mYfMt0gdU

[@craigosdiyadventures8758]

Just a note to say, I know the focus is the terrific Renko story now, but I still come back to these ones to review before a bigger job. Doing steering for a friend right now and these straightforward steps are so helpful to come back to.

[@RegalBowrider175]

I like to rewatch the older videos also before I try and tackle a boat project.

[@theheilious]

I really appreciate these videos as I shop for my first boat. They have been instrumental in not getting ripped off and being confident to service my own boat. Thank you from USA!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome. Good luck with buying the boat. I hope it gives you many years of enjoyment! :)

[@shadowofpalms]

Thank you so much for your excellent and easy to follow video. I was finished all my renovations on my 21 foot Duffy, or so I thought, when the steering cable jammed. I had no idea how to replace it but after watching your video I was able to see how to detach the cable from the rudder and replace it. Although the Duffy is an inboard electric boat the steering system was very similar to the outboard you showed. Thanks again!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome mate, glad the video helped. This is a common steering system in a variety of boats that's for sure.

[@lonnie6361]

I have watched several of your videos since becoming a boat owner a year ago. I really appreciate the detail you go into. It makes a job, for a novice like me, much easier to understand. Thank you!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Lonnie, thanks for watching!

[@atlejordalhaaheim]

Great video. Simple and educational. Thanks from Norway. Now I'll go and tend to my boat

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, good luck!

[@SaltLife4Us]

Dangar, need to thank you for making this video. I used every bit of it to troubleshoot, disassemble and replace my Uflex cable and helm. Really great content. Cory in Annapolis, MD.

[@DangarMarine]

Glad it helped!

[@paulcombes3782]

I have said it before , your not just a good mechanic but your sense of humour is great . When you started banging your flat head with the hammer but qualified it as 'your'hammer which made it ok cracked me up . Thanks for the video .

[@mathewperry1877]

Thanks so much - took my helm out today and have ordered replacement, this video made it possible to do myself !

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome mate. :)

[@natnathutchins]

Does the cable self seal? We have an inboard.

[@denniswilhoite6715]

this was my model vid for a DYI - came out great! Thanks Stu

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Dennis.

[@FredArd1954]

Just came across your vids the last month or so, but really enjoying them. I've only done one project of my own on my Carolina Skiff 238DLV, and that was a bilge pump and float switch change out. I did notice and exceptionally lengthy steering cable cooked up in the bilge and became curious as to what a replacement might entail if it ever became necessary to do so. This video gave some great instruction along with the comfort that I might tackle it myself. Hopefully, that's a way into the future. Thanks for all the good info, even on boats and motors not similar to my own. Blessings from Alabama!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad you've been enjoying the vids. Safe boating! :)

[@jimmymcgrady5033]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I have watched several of your videos and they have been very helpful.

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Jim, thanks for watching!

[@herbdk]

Well done. I just bought my first boat and I've had a few things to fix and your videos have been very helpful!

[@oldhardrock2542]

Amen on that. I'm in exactly the same position. First boat and finding things that weren't in such great condition when I bought the boat. These videos are like going to mechanic's school. What a great way to spend time in retirement. Rehabbing an old boat.

[@fordy112420]

Just ordered a full kit and clevis so going to give it a try when it comes. I managed to remove the old one so hoping its just as easy to replace. Cheers for making this video 10/10

[@rickycarroll1990]

Thanks buddy, great Video, from North Carolina

[@ltkrahn]

Great video. Need to do my steering cable next week and this gives me the confidence I need.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad the video helped you. :)

[@vargz111]

Thanks ! I’m No Mechanic but your video helped me so much!! I bashed out the steering cable out of the rusty pivot tube with a hammer just like you did. Need to do grease the pivot tube and hopefully put it back together- thanks again!!

[@Ultraspur]

Thank you very much. Well presented and explained. Helped me a ton.

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Iain, glad the video helped you. :)

[@matthewedwards7889]

Thanks so much for your video, I’m changing my steering cable and helm tomorrow and feel a lot more confident about it now. Awesome tutorial 👊

[@DangarMarine]

Glad it helped!

[@guyclement1732]

Good presentation but does not apply to all boats, for exemple on my 1994 sportman 15' Key West I had to get an engin hoist to remove the outboard motor from the tramson due to no space to remove or install the steel shaft in the sleeve below, also wish there was a tool to clean the inner rust in the sleeve.

[@robertlangley8508]

Just finished removing a jammed cable as well as the tilt tube, never want to go through the tilt tube remove clean and replace bit again. The video is excellent it helped me get started.

[@DangarMarine]

Ah yes, not a fun job at all! Good work on getting it done though. It should give you many years of good service now.

[@gwilson3417]

Thanks! This helped me on my 55hp Suzuki outboard!

[@TheKeeganc]

Excellent content. Great tips and how to. Thank you for this!

[@Easystreet001]

Thanks heaps mate, this really helped me get the exact same job done. Much appreciated.

[@davidbobbett6270]

Very useful video, thanks for posting. A handy tip when using the puller is to leave the nut loose on the shaft if possible, that way the puller doesn't go flying when you break the taper.

[@DangarMarine]

Hey David, good tip. Could save a black eye! ;)

[@pyrosai]

super educational as always, thank you for your time!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Adam. :)

[@Ando1001]

Thanks mate. Top vid. I was on the right track but just needed some confirmation. Cheers.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad the video helped you get it across the line.

[@jakejacobson2999]

Thanks for the video. Went fishing yesterday with a buddy, all was good. Went to go back out solo today and when I went to take off from the ramp I had no steering.. now it all makes sense, I thought my steering wheel was getting very tight! I haven’t taken it apart yet but I think the cable snapped

[@raywilkinson2827]

Great Videos. My wife will be happy that I don't have to spend another load of money at the repair shop. They are providing me with the confidence I need to start this. Thanks mate.

[@andremorris9507]

Great tutorial mate. Really well done. This saved me money and gave me a new skill. 👍👍👍

[@Keith-dc5wu]

Excellently described and simple to follow. All aspects well covered in the video. Should help me with my steering here in Knysna South Africa. Great job, well done

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, good luck!

[@exquisiteremodeling1]

as always, great informative video tutorial! Thanks again for sharing your knowledge!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome, glad you liked it. :)

[@bigrigeddie]

your vids are life savers! Wish I was a pro like you.

[@rohawaha]

Thank you from St.Pete Fl. USA.

[@ryanwynn4441]

Great video Stu, thanks for posting!

[@JLOPEZ420]

Awesome videos! Just bought a 21 center console and when I launched it the steering would not work. Almost shattered my boating dreams 😔but thanks to your videos I can have a better idea on what is wrong and how to fix. First time boat owner. Thanks for the videos!!!!!👍👍👍

[@DangarMarine]

Hey Jimmy, glad the videos have been helping you with your new boat. You may have already seen it, but this video is on figuring out which part is causing it to lock up kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpewn2mYfMt0gdU New video on tilt tube problems uploading now!

[@GarryThomassaltyreefers]

Great video. Thank you for sharing.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Garry, you're welcome. :)

[@samcowler7770]

Garry Thomas 7

[@Lasseostergaard]

Thank you Dangar Marine 🤗 today I Got it changed.

[@mickthefishn]

Awesome, been looking all over to have a crack at an engine swap, thanks mate Great Vid, very clear and helpful

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome! :)

[@BigDaddyCollingwood]

Great videos , helped me out a lot thanks again!

[@augusfranks4249]

Thank you for making this video you just saved me so much time and mucking around 👍

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome mate!

[@deborahwood1367]

Stu thanks for tips on replacing steering cable and removing steering helm fitted new cable and aligned steering wheel easy as Thankyou Wayne O.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Wayne, glad the video helped you get the job done. :)

[@michaelbeswick1506]

Stu, Once again, thank you! I received all the new mahogany and cushions for the Whaler 13 upgrade project. I was reluctant to just rip that cable from the helm without knowing the particulars. This was perfect, all I needed to finish her off today. It seems every little project or repair I need to do...YOU have the video in absolutely perfect format and detail. Oh, the new injectors came for the Aquasport/Honda 150, still no injector pulse, maybe crank/cam sensors...ugh. Enjoy brother! Great to see 'Stu-Rock'again at the end of this one!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Michael. sounds like your project is coming along nicely. :)

[@mhlanombembe5510]

I must say where ever yu are in the world yu have made me appear like a genius in solving boat proplems . . Thanks a lot bro . . .I must say I have a tendency of bypassing all other sources of information and come straight to your site because it gives me exactly what I need and fix problems like I'm aproffesional . . Mnay thanks

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad the videos have been helping you with your boat problems! :)

[@neilkingham9198]

Very helpful. Thanks for that - much easier to do yourself once you have seen it done. Cheers.

[@DangarMarine]

+Neil Kingham Thanks Neil, glad the video helped.

[@bun-lai3530]

Very informative! Thank you

[@Barnagh1]

I’m just about to tackle this job, your video gives me all the information I need. Many thanks, from Ireland.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks John. Last week's video was a better version of replacing the cable if that helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXjNf2ewqLOrh9k

[@Barnagh1]

@@DangarMarine many thanks again. I’ve taken it apart with your help. My boat is a centre-console rib and I can’t get at the back of the dashboard, so it was more of a struggle than you had. I had to behead a few rusted bolts with an end-mill in a Dremel to get the helm out. It looks like my cable is seized up, the helm is ok inside.

[@TheRodbond]

Thanks my man........I just started working on mine......frozen solid.....lol......now , thanks to you I understand the entire process......and I believe I'm off to buy a new helm and cable.......mine freezes every year here in Florida and I've just been freeing it up and going........time for all new !!!

[@DangarMarine]

Glad the vid has helped. Good luck with the swap over!

[@jaggeranand6408]

Your the best brother man! I shipwright myself and you help me. The effort to do videos are great. You The Goat !

[@moestavern001]

Good video. Can't wait to try this tomorrow

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, good luck!

[@briangoulart8856]

Really helpful, thanks so much!

[@joemomma7661]

Thank you. This vid helped me free up my steering

[@DangarMarine]

Glad the video helped Jordan.

[@pacman4568]

You are doing such a brilliant job consider for one second how many lives you are saving.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad you feel the vids are making a difference. :)

[@johnlegresley9767]

Thank you for saving me a lot of tears, if not the sweat. Very helpful.

[@DangarMarine]

No worries John, good luck with the job. :)

[@MrCamarokid83]

Excellent video! Thank you...

[@TheIbi1983]

Thanks so much for your time and effort. Great video. This will help me heaps. Subscribed and I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Cheers mate.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad the videos are helping. :)

[@libbymolly1]

I've just subscribed to your channel a few weeks ago and your videos are bang on. Absolutely perfect man. Thank you.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Jason, glad to hear you've been enjoying the vids.

[@giorgio6007]

great video, thanks from Belize Central America !

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate!

[@jone1594]

Good onya mate, great video, very helpful, I need to change the cable on my boat tomorrow, definitely feel very confident now.

[@DangarMarine]

Good luck with the cable swap Jon, hope it goes well. :)

[@xxthewolfxx]

Dangar Marine- no need to explain your "misuse" of tools. We've all been there, using what you have for tooling available to get the job done. Especially when they are YOURS. Haha. Good stuff.

[@chrispay3793]

Great video. Told me everything I needed to know and more.

[@HeliSimDriver]

Great timely video. I am just about to install the steering mechanism in my nearly finished homebuilt mini tugboat from Berkeley engineering plans (Candu Junior) and I no longer dread starting it after seeing this video. Thanks for all your great tips. Maurice

[@DangarMarine]

+737NGSIMdriver Hey Maurice, I'm glad the video helped. I took a look at the Candu Junior and it looks really cool. Congrats on making a boat from scratch. That must have been a huge job!

[@HeliSimDriver]

+Dangar Marine It is a big job but doable as long as you have done a fair amount of woodworking and are willing to learn about fiberglass and epoxy, I started late June last year and I was about 80 % complete by late October ( I am 70 and retired) when I had to stop because of our 'wonderful' winters :). Started again last week and now doing the engine installation, steering, electrical etc.... and countless hours of sanding and painting once it gets warmer. Hope to launch this coming July if all goes well. Anyway, I enjoy your videos, even the ones not applicable to me since I am totally new to boating.

[@DangarMarine]

+737NGSIMdriver Be sure to post a video when you launch it. :)

[@realhowlerproductions]

Great Video and explanation. Thanks for your help. My 1975 Hartley thanks you also! :)

[@arnoduijvesteijn546]

Dangar Marine is the best. I am a fan from The Netherlands

[@johnsmith-bv2wc]

really great video thanks

[@Sienna.N234]

Thanks for the awesome video mate, saved me a few hundred bucks!! Much appreciated!!

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome mate. :)

[@paulybrittenden]

Thanks Stu

[@alexnelson09]

This is wonderful you are a saint!

[@lindsayfinlay2753]

great stuff Stu, im working on 2 projects,very informative, keep it up DM

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Lindsay, glad the videos are helping you.

[@joerak2805]

Thanks so much. You really helped me out.

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome Joe, glad it helped.

[@timothywhitney5885]

Great Video! Thank you!

[@anthonyhawk5977]

Thanks! That video was a big help!

[@skuuubasteve14]

great video. thanks for breaking it down!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Steven, glad it helped you. :)

[@damiancook4533]

Great Video mate, so clear and easy to understand, have helped me heaps, thanks!

[@DangarMarine]

+Damian Cook Thanks Damian, glad it helped. :)

[@southfloridafishing5291]

you saved my life mate

[@DangarMarine]

Glad to hear it! :)

[@portageediver8252]

I know this is old but thank you for the explanation on the engine side!!!!

[@DangarMarine]

Glad to help

[@befrankpls]

As usual really you load a hell lot of educational videos. It has literally help me cutting down the cost on calling the company mechanic. Keep it going. A big hello to you from me Antonio from Goa, India

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. Loved my time in Saligao and Anjuna. :)

[@befrankpls]

@@DangarMarine oh Gosh you visited Goa, next time your invited. Say a hello to me

[@DangarMarine]

Will do!

[@fsriccobon8279]

Thanks mate, good video and no BS.

[@MrRocket1001]

great video very instructional