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Steering Cables – Marine & Outboard Boat Steering Cables

Ultraflex M66 Fast Connect Steering Cable 8ft – 83408

SKU: SA-83408

$240.95
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The Ultraflex M66 Fast Connect Steering Cable 8ft provides smooth and reliable mechanical steering for compatible outboard-powered boats. Featuring durable construction, a corrosion-resistant stainless steel output end and a convenient fast-connect design, this cable offers dependable performance and straightforward installation. Designed for compatible rotary steering helms and outboard tilt-tube connections, it is ideal for replacing worn, stiff or damaged steering cables in recreational boats, fishing vessels and runabouts.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

  • - Ultraflex M66 fast-connect mechanical steering cable.
  • - Smooth and responsive steering operation.
  • - Fast-connect fitting for convenient installation.
  • - Stainless steel output end for corrosion resistance.
  • - Suitable for compatible outboard motor tilt tubes.
  • - Compatible with selected Ultraflex rotary steering helms.
  • - 228mm (9in) steering cable stroke.
  • - Minimum bend radius of 200mm (7.87in).
  • - Flexible construction for routing through the boat.
  • - Ideal for replacing worn, damaged or seized steering cables.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Part Number: SA-83408
  • - Brand: Ultraflex
  • - Cable Series: M66
  • - Cable Type: Mechanical rotary steering cable
  • - Cable Length: 8ft (2,438mm / 2.44m)
  • - 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 outboards fitted with compatible steering tilt tubes.
  • Mercury / Mariner
  • - Selected Mercury outboards with compatible tilt-tube steering arrangements.
  • - Selected Mariner outboards fitted with compatible mechanical steering systems.
  • Johnson / Evinrude
  • - Selected Johnson outboards using compatible tilt-tube steering connections.
  • - Selected Evinrude outboards fitted with compatible mechanical steering systems.
  • Suzuki
  • - Selected Suzuki outboards 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 T74NRFC
  • - Ultraflex T81FC
  • - Ultraflex T83NRFC
  • - SeaStar/Teleflex Safe-T QC
  • - SeaStar/Teleflex NFB Safe-T II
  • - SeaStar/Teleflex NFB 4.2
  • - Morse D290, subject to connection type
  • - Selected older Ultraflex T71, T72, T73NR, T74NR and T81 helms using the K66 adapter.
  • The M66 series is also compatible with selected SeaStar helms designed for SSC62-style cables. These are steering-system applications, not verified individual engine-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 8ft (2.44m) cable length.
  • - Confirm compatibility with the steering helm and outboard 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, use the specified outer conduit measurement, add 56cm (approximately 22in), 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, part number 83535.
  • - M66 steering cables are not interchangeable with throttle and gear shift control cables.
  • - Dual-cable steering installations require the correct helm configuration and matched 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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