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September 11, 2018, 10:38:56 AM
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RickK

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Re: 1975 Aquasport 170 with a 2000, 2001? Yamaha 115hp 2 stroke.
« Reply #30 on: September 11, 2018, 10:38:56 AM »
We need more trailer porn of the finished trailer ;-)
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September 11, 2018, 11:59:29 AM
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Re: 1975 Aquasport 170 with a 2000, 2001? Yamaha 115hp 2 stroke.
« Reply #31 on: September 11, 2018, 11:59:29 AM »
Dan,

I haven't read this thread in a while.  The steering on my 170 was kinda easy... not super easy.. but easy.  My 90HP Evinrude is a torque monster.  If I wasn't holding on to the wheel good it could rip the wheel right out of my hand if I throttled up quick. 

My steering cable started to get stiff so I decided to replace it.  I thought about switching to the Baystar hydraulic steering, however cost and interference with my jack plate ruled that out. I settled on the NFB system instead.  Tobe honest I was able to get a good deal that didn't cost much more than just the cable alone.  Man I'm glad I decided to get the NFB.  It makes driving the boat MUCH less stressful.  I no longer have to hold pressure on the wheel to counteract the torque of the motor.  The wheel doesn't not try to jerk out of my hand when I throttle up.  I can let go of the wheel for short periods of time without the boat veering off course.  By far the best upgrade I've made to the boat.  I have some videos on my youtube page on replacing the cable and helm.







1998 Explorer w/ Etec 250


1987 170 w/ Evinrude 90

 


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