When I am under power on my 22 I would like to lock the outboard off in a straight ahead postion and steer with the tiller only. Currently I have used bungy cord to hold it in place but would like to find a better idea. So I would ask what have you done for your motor on this issue. thanks Herb
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steering lock
I'm guessing that the steering lock is not a friendly one or Herb would do that. I'm also guessing that he needs the benefit of motor steering (why he hasn't locked it). A softlink might help.
I'm guessing that the steering lock is not a friendly one or Herb would do that. I'm also guessing that he needs the benefit of motor steering (why he hasn't locked it). A softlink might help.
What Motor?
Herb: What Manufacturer and Model Motor do you have? As Stu suggested, there is almost certainly a screw that you can just tighten that will increase the friction and keep the motor from rotating. If you look, you will find it. Usually they have a spring on them. You certainly do want to do this. I only move my motor when I am in a really tight spot. So when you find the friction screw, adjust it inward and try to rotate the motor with it's tiller. Keep adjusting it until it has enough friction to keep it where you put it, but so that it can still be moved if you want to. If you ever have a rudder or tiller failure, this is how you steer the boat back to your slip. Aldo
Herb: What Manufacturer and Model Motor do you have? As Stu suggested, there is almost certainly a screw that you can just tighten that will increase the friction and keep the motor from rotating. If you look, you will find it. Usually they have a spring on them. You certainly do want to do this. I only move my motor when I am in a really tight spot. So when you find the friction screw, adjust it inward and try to rotate the motor with it's tiller. Keep adjusting it until it has enough friction to keep it where you put it, but so that it can still be moved if you want to. If you ever have a rudder or tiller failure, this is how you steer the boat back to your slip. Aldo
1980 suzuki 9.9
I searched for a steering lock and did not find one on this motor. I was actually looking at new Honda 9.9 the other day and asked the sales person about the steering lock and was told they did not have one either. Was he mistaken do others out there have them with steering locks?
I searched for a steering lock and did not find one on this motor. I was actually looking at new Honda 9.9 the other day and asked the sales person about the steering lock and was told they did not have one either. Was he mistaken do others out there have them with steering locks?
Not suggesting LOCK
Guys, all I sugegsted was the friction, not a LOCK. You DON'T want to lock it, just increase the friction so it doesn't wobble around when you're motoring, but can STILL be turned by hand. Is that clearer? There "must" be a friction adjustment somewhere on that puppy. Stu
Guys, all I sugegsted was the friction, not a LOCK. You DON'T want to lock it, just increase the friction so it doesn't wobble around when you're motoring, but can STILL be turned by hand. Is that clearer? There "must" be a friction adjustment somewhere on that puppy. Stu
Steering Friction Bolt
I have a 1999 Honda four stroke 8hp motor and it has a "steering friction bolt." I have it tightened so that the motor stays straight on its own but it still can be steered if needed. I have found that I prefer to steer with the motor and rudder in tandem when backing up but only the rudder when going forward. When going forward I have the motor pointing straight ahead. Randy
I have a 1999 Honda four stroke 8hp motor and it has a "steering friction bolt." I have it tightened so that the motor stays straight on its own but it still can be steered if needed. I have found that I prefer to steer with the motor and rudder in tandem when backing up but only the rudder when going forward. When going forward I have the motor pointing straight ahead. Randy
steering
When steering under power, I usually steer with the motor and tiller both initially. Once I attain the speed I desire, I let go of the tiller. I then make adjustments with the motor to the port or starboard until the tiller points dead ahead. That is how I know the motor is in balance with the boat. I then quit steering with the motor and use the tiller. There is no need to fight to keep the boat on course, and minimal effort is required on the tiller. If I change speed, I simply re-balance the outboard.
When steering under power, I usually steer with the motor and tiller both initially. Once I attain the speed I desire, I let go of the tiller. I then make adjustments with the motor to the port or starboard until the tiller points dead ahead. That is how I know the motor is in balance with the boat. I then quit steering with the motor and use the tiller. There is no need to fight to keep the boat on course, and minimal effort is required on the tiller. If I change speed, I simply re-balance the outboard.
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