Well I have already been told cables dont give a problem that hydraulic steering won't fix. But I hope some of you can help. Steering got tight on my 86 150 Rude with two steer cables ( Detmar ? ) nothing unusual here. Replaced cables 3yrs ago so now in process of lubeing them, per info from helmluber link. Question is why are the cable ends so rusty after only 3 yrs? My boat stays in garage and isn't used that much, avg 2days a month max. I know they get wet from time to time but??????? I'm begining to think its from electrolisys since it is steel inside aluminum tube. Any ideas and tips to prevent this is appreciated.