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Thanks for the input folks. I have determined that the part I need is called a "ski boat clevis kit" and is available from Seastar (Teleflex) and others. Its purpose is to allow the connection between the steering cable and the engine to flex in two dimensions when the motor is raised or l...

A7: Yes, I need the fitting where the cable attaches to the engine. I do not have that piece. My 1987 Evinrude engine has a tiller arm. I don't think I need the stainless steel part [this part should be referenced to an illustration in this thread that shows the part--Moderator] I just need the part...

Q5: does the ball in the stand off bracket have sufficient play to allow the motor to be raised?

I seem to remember that another fitting was needed where the steering cable attaches to the tiller on the motor, and the fitting is called a ball clevis.

PHIL T--thanks for the response.

[This more recent article has now been merged with a prior discussion on the same topic--Moderator] I am restoring a 1968 SPORT 13. I am also adding center console and removing the starboard side wooden console I plan to install a Teleflex mechanical steering system. Q1: is an 11-foot cable for Tele...

I figured it must be something like that...thanks, now I know.

Good afternoon. I am restoring a 1968 Sport 13. This is my thisrd restoration of a classic Whaler. As I'm sanding the interior and dealing with the much loved "spider cracks" i am wondering: Q1: what is the purpose of the circular cover in the bow, just ahead of the anchor locker? It is ab...