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  1. 03-11-2005, 04:13 PM #1
    HydraSport205
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    Cool Steering Cable Idea

    I have always hated looking at the connecting rods for my dual cable steering at the motor. Keeping them lubricated, they always look bad and I aways find a way to get the grease on my cover, my sleeves, etc. Well I went to an autoparts store and found some boots similar to those on off-road shocks but made for hydraulic door supports in cars/vans. I bought a set and installed them on the exposed rods. They look really cool and protect them and keep the grease in tact and free of dirt, grit, etc. Total cost invested = $4.99. Autozone carries them in Black, Red, Blue, and Yellow. They pretty cool. I will snap a pic and post it if it isnt still snowing and cold tomorrow. Well, I might anyway.
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    #2 03-11-2005, 05:47 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    Cool , good idea




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    #3 03-11-2005, 07:32 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (BASSCAT19)

    Sounds good, would love to see some pics when ya get the chance.
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    #4 03-12-2005, 05:52 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    Great idea! I have been looking for a way to cover up all that. I was thinking of using heater hose or something similar but I knew it wouldn't flex enough. I'd love to see pics!



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    #5 03-12-2005, 05:10 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (iwillkechu)

    Where are the pics
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    #6 03-13-2005, 04:17 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (sdfd504)

    Here is a pic:



    I need to adjust one of them, it is a little crooked. I think it looks pretty cool.


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    #7 03-13-2005, 05:32 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    looks military
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    #8 03-14-2005, 05:11 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    VERY NEAT Looking
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    #9 03-15-2005, 03:42 AM

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    HS205; looks great going to parts house today so i'm goin look for me some.Thanks for tip, James


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    #10 03-18-2005, 08:21 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (jeynitro)

    They do look kewl, but one thing you'll notice.......once they compress the boat will not turn as sharp in that direction due to them taking up about 2" of steering space
    Had a guy bring me a boat one time complaining that it wouldn't cut very sharp in one direction......those little thingy's were the culprit
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    #11 03-21-2005, 05:58 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    Worked for me! put mine on this past Friday. No issues with the steering ne way or the other.
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    #12 06-28-2005, 03:33 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    nope, no worky! Mine deteriorated within two months from the cable lube. Maybe if they were made from plastic instead of rubber. Looked good though.
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    #13 06-28-2005, 04:24 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (fishpro67)

    hey thanks for the update!!!
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    #14 07-01-2005, 05:03 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    Great idea, will have to see if it works on my boat.<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by HydraSport205 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I will snap a pic and post it if it isnt still snowing and cold tomorrow. Well, I might anyway.</TD></TR></TABLE>

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    #15 07-02-2005, 06:10 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (Zip)

    Yep mine did the same thing. They pretty much got destroyed, not sure if it is from the lube or from UV sunlight. I am searching for something that is made for outdoor use...
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    #16 07-02-2005, 08:28 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    Why not try the plastic shock boots like the ones on the lifted 4WD trucks?????????
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    #17 07-17-2005, 01:45 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (Dbl00CustomBaits)

    how you gonna put a 4" shock boot on a 1/2" cable

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    #18 07-18-2005, 02:23 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (alli ss)

    I have searched the internet to no end... I guess this tip bites the dust.
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    #19 07-30-2005, 07:37 PM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (HydraSport205)

    Mabybe not.A lot of motorcycles have them on the trottle cable,and clutch cable.
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    #20 03-23-2006, 09:48 AM

    Re: Cool Steering Cable Idea (topnocker20X)

    I finally found one!!! They are cheap too

    http://saveonboating.com/prodd...at=94




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