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Ultraflex M66 Fast Connect Steering Cable 13ft – VP83413

SKU: VP83413

$231.25
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The Ultraflex M66 Fast Connect Steering Cable 13ft provides smooth and reliable mechanical steering for compatible outboard-powered boats. Featuring flexible construction, stainless steel cable output ends and a convenient fast-connect design, this cable offers dependable performance and straightforward installation. Designed to attach directly to compatible outboard tilt tubes, it is ideal for replacing worn, stiff or damaged steering cables in recreational boats and fishing vessels.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

  • - Ultraflex M66 fast-connect mechanical steering cable.
  • - Smooth and responsive boat steering operation.
  • - Fast-connect design for straightforward installation.
  • - Stainless steel cable output ends for corrosion resistance.
  • - Connects directly to compatible outboard motor tilt tubes.
  • - Compatible with selected Ultraflex and SeaStar steering helms.
  • - 228mm steering cable stroke.
  • - Minimum bend radius of 200mm.
  • - Exceeds EN 28848 and ABYC P17 safety standards.
  • - Ideal for replacing worn or damaged steering cables.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Part Number: VP83413
  • - Brand: Ultraflex
  • - Cable Series: M66
  • - Cable Type: Mechanical rotary steering cable
  • - Cable Length: 13ft (3,962mm / 3.96m)
  • - Cable Stroke: 228mm (9in)
  • - Minimum Bend Radius: 200mm (7.87in)
  • - Cable Output Ends: Stainless steel
  • - Outer Jacket: Black protective casing
  • - Connection Type: Fast-connect steering helm connection
  • - Engine Connection: Compatible outboard motor tilt tube
  • - Steering System: Mechanical rotary steering
  • - Standards: Exceeds EN 28848 and ABYC P17

Compatible Outboard Motors & Steering Systems

  • Yamaha
  • - Selected Yamaha outboard motors fitted with compatible steering tilt tubes.
  • - Yamaha mechanical steering installations using compatible M66 rotary helms.
  • Mercury / Mariner
  • - Selected Mercury outboards using compatible tilt-tube steering arrangements.
  • - Selected Mariner outboards fitted with compatible mechanical steering systems.
  • Johnson / Evinrude
  • - Selected Johnson outboards with compatible tilt-tube steering connections.
  • - Selected Evinrude outboards using compatible mechanical steering arrangements.
  • Suzuki
  • - Selected Suzuki outboard motors fitted with compatible steering tilt tubes.
  • Honda
  • - Selected Honda outboards using compatible mechanical steering connections.
  • Tohatsu
  • - Selected Tohatsu outboards fitted with compatible tilt-tube steering systems.

Compatible Steering Helms

  • - Ultraflex T85
  • - Ultraflex T71FC
  • - Ultraflex T72FC
  • - Ultraflex T73NRFC
  • - Ultraflex T81FC
  • - Ultraflex T83NRFC
  • - SeaStar/Teleflex Safe-T QC
  • - SeaStar/Teleflex NFB Safe-T II
  • - SeaStar/Teleflex NFB 4.2
  • - Morse D290
  • - Selected older Ultraflex T71, T72, T73NR, T81 and T83NR helms using the appropriate K66 adapter.
  • Helm compatibility is documented by Ultraflex. Engine compatibility depends on the steering helm, tilt-tube connection, steering arrangement and required cable length. Manufacturer applications are conditional, not confirmed individual outboard-model fitments.

Suitable Applications

  • - Outboard motor mechanical steering systems.
  • - Recreational fishing boats and runabouts.
  • - Centre-console and side-console boats.
  • - Compatible rotary steering helm installations.
  • - Replacement of worn or seized M66 steering cables.
  • - Boat steering system repairs and maintenance.
  • - Selected SeaStar SSC62-style steering cable installations.

Important Fitment Information

  • - Confirm the existing steering system accepts an Ultraflex M66 cable.
  • - Verify the required 13ft (3.96m) cable length.
  • - Confirm compatibility with the steering helm and engine tilt tube.
  • - Check the required 228mm steering stroke.
  • - Maintain a minimum cable bend radius of 200mm.
  • - Follow the manufacturer's steering cable measuring instructions.
  • - For replacement cable measurement, measure the outer conduit in centimetres, add 56cm, divide by 30.5 and round up to the next whole foot.
  • - Allow sufficient cable movement for full outboard steering travel.
  • - Avoid sharp bends, kinks and contact with hot engine components.
  • - Inspect the steering helm and tilt tube for wear or corrosion.
  • - Confirm smooth steering movement from full port to full starboard after installation.
  • - Older Ultraflex steering helms may require a K66 adapter.
  • - M66 steering cables are not interchangeable with throttle and gear shift control cables.

Signs the Steering Cable Needs Replacing

  • - Stiff or difficult steering wheel operation.
  • - Excessive steering resistance or binding.
  • - Uneven or jerky steering movement.
  • - Excessive free play at the steering wheel.
  • - Corroded or damaged cable end fittings.
  • - Cracked or damaged outer cable jacket.
  • - Difficulty turning the outboard through its full steering range.
  • - Seized or restricted cable movement.

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