SE Louisiana 01 SAN

[Rusty Barras]

I like the idea of hydrolic steering. What parts did you use for it?

They are listed above... here's the webpage.

http://www.seastarsolutions.com/prod...ar-side-mount/

What most people probably do not realize is the SAN (and many other models) in these years basically had an outboard steering tube clamped to the pivot knuckle. Pull the steering cable out, then side-mount hydraulic cylinder screws directly on to the existing tube and has ample clearance.

I looked for a pic, but no dice. I'm out of town right now, but when i get back home, i'll snap some photos. This was really easy to do.

[a.klos]

Get some pics. Im very interested to put it in my boat.
Thanx

[Rusty Barras]

Sorry it took so long. I had a rough week. Do you think i should post this in the DIY section? I didn't think this was that much of an interest.

[Rusty Barras]

Also, I think you can probably use the sport tilt helm on the webpage. I used the fixed model just to keep it simple. It had the added bonus of fitting the dash snuggly giving that plastic housing extra support.

[xlair]

Curious as to why you went to hydraulic steering? With a new steering cable I never have felt the need for hydraulic. Could always steer with one finger!


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[Quinner]

Curious as to why you went to hydraulic steering? With a new steering cable I never have felt the need for hydraulic. Could always steer with one finger!


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Great question, kind of wondering the same thing myself?? Plus those parts are not cheap, yikes.

Nice work on everything, been a busy boy!!

[Rusty Barras]

Curious as to why you went to hydraulic steering? With a new steering cable I never have felt the need for hydraulic. Could always steer with one finger!


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Partial to hydraulic steering growing up with outboard boats. But also, my helm had a lot of play in it and needed replacing. I had doubts that redoing the cable steering would keep the 'one-finger turn' going for more that just a couple years.

[Rusty Barras]

I need to update this with everything else I've been doing, but here's the latest

[Rusty Barras]

Also finished reinstrumenting

[Rockymtnsurfer]

very nice job.......good dedication to the project!

[glassywaters]

Awesome. What gauges did you use as replacements? I like the loom of them.

[Rusty Barras]

Faria Chesapeake series. Used the GPS mph gauge so I could eliminate the pitot tubes. Perfect pass had a matching display too. I painted the wood grain.

[brit_hunsicker]

So glad to see you utilize DekDesigns. I will be using them for my floor in the near future. You’ve done lots of intricate work on this boat. Looks great!


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[Rusty Barras]

Thank you. Working on installing the go surf assist tabs this winter. I'll post pics when it's done

[Mike Fenton]

Im from baton rouge.. Where do you ride at?