NEW V20 owner

[shaneburris74]

On the subject of the jackplate. I found one a while back here in town that was used and was a manual crank. They wanted $200 for it. I would like to set it up with a jack plate if I can find one for a price like that when I'm ready for it. The steering cable has to be bent in order to work with the set back right? Can you bend 'em yourself or do you have to buy them like that?
I think when I switch my motor over from my bowrider I may have to buy a new steering cable anyway. I think it may be two short for the V20.

[tsubaki]

As far as I know there is no appreciable difference toward the steering cable when useing a jack plate. No bending, different or anything. As a matter a fact, the motor will be up a couple inches higher due to the setback and be easier for the steering cable to operate.
The only issue "may" be the length depending on the amount of setback on the perticular model you get.
The models that have 5 1/2" setbacks will not require a different cable than the one you already have unless it is already really tight.
My cable is 18', a 17' would have been perfect.

[shaneburris74]

I was out taking a look at my transom and realized there is still a steering cable in the boat. It was last rigged with a Yamaha and I have a Merc. I think those cables are universal arent they? Thats good news if so, I won't have to buy another cable.

[mauryc]

I went with the Arjay product (exactly the same as Nidacore). If you take your time you'll be very happy with the results. I've got a solid transom and my boat still looks factory with no cuts or patches in the glass. I can offer you feedback on what I did to get all the old wood out.

Maury