2000 SAN steering cable replacement

[TexasAg01]

I did remove the starboard tank but didn't touch the gas tank. Unless the steering cable was done differently on newer models, you should just be able to remove the rear seat and the flooring over the gas tank to access the cable. My old cable was run along the starboard side of the gas tank and then up through the ski locker. Once I had the tank and floor up, it took me about 20 minutes to remove the cable. As mentioned above, I'd suggest repacking the rudder since you'll already have everything else off.

[High altitude]

1999 ski nautique...leave the gas tank in and just work in the tight space. It saves time overall. If you have the heater install the hoses come thru the same hole behind the steering. I suggest when you do the pull thru you put soap and water on the heater hoses to make pulling the steering cable thru that much easier. Don't even attempt without using the old one to pull the new one thru.

This can be a three hour job. Four if you drink more than 1 beer while doing it. -Marc

[Chexi]

You're not the first person to suggest that, but I'm concerned about the effect on resale value. But then again, I'll probably have this boat for quite a while. Decisions, decisions...

You can keep the hard tanks and sell them with the boat when you sell. But I really don't think having a better ballast system negatively affects resale value. It is possible I guess for first time boat owners, but anyone who has owned a wakeboard boat before (or even a DD Air), knows that a bag ssytem is better.

[SCNautique210SAN]

Just did the steering cable on my 2004 SAN210TE. Spent the better part of an hour trying to get it fed through the hull underneath the gas tank. Looks to have a dedicated channel that's JUST big enough to fit the cable end. Ended up cutting it, then running it to the side of the gas tank. Works perfect.

[jwhopson]

I did exactly the same thing - I tried to get it through that channel and then just ran it next to the tank... Some things just must be easier when the boat is empty

[shredthegnar]

Anybody else have a problem just getting the cable unscrewed from the sleeve under the motor?

[charlesml3]

Anybody else have a problem just getting the cable unscrewed from the sleeve under the motor?

It shouldn't be super tight. A pair of channel locks should do it. If that doesn't break it loose, you might have to put a pipe wrench on the sleeve so you can pull against it. When you put the new one in, don't crank down on it really hard. Just get it snug. The threads are super fine and won't back out on their own.

-Charles

[DW SD]

Just did this a month ago. Worlds of improvement in terms of smooth and easy steering.

Mine replacement also didn’t use the original housing. And routed adjacent to the fuel tank.
Use some anti-seize on the tube housing threads so it will come apart easy next time.
If it won’t break free hit it with a mapp torch and even some cold water after.
Thermal expansion might break free any corrosion.

Also I found the upgraded teleflex extreme part for about $125 with a google search. Much cheaper than other sources.


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[freddyms]

Can anyone verify that a 2002 SAN is a 17 foot rack style. before I order it. Thanks

[Stevemo14]

This is the one i installed last year in my 2005 SANTE. I got free shipping, so it was cheaper than nautique parts after discount+ Shipping

https://www.mniboats.com/19-5-Foot-N...90-p/90590.htm

https://www.nautiqueparts.com/produc...s-1998-to-now/

[freddyms]

This is the one i installed last year in my 2005 SANTE. I got free shipping, so it was cheaper than nautique parts after discount+ Shipping

https://www.mniboats.com/19-5-Foot-N...90-p/90590.htm

https://www.nautiqueparts.com/produc...s-1998-to-now/

yes their prices are little up there. just need to do a little searching. 6 inches over but im sure It will work out just fine. skidim said they just use 20ft now.
$147.00 and free shipping
https://www.marinepartssource.com/tf...SABEgKPcvD_BwE