Steering cable help

[Jeb]

Thanks for the reply. Has anyone else replaced a cable and used a different length? Or the same length? Any info appreciated.

FWIW, I know that a reasonable response would be, "pull out the existing cable, measure it and order the same one." I get that.

My issue is that I find myself with no time. (work, commute, marriage, two young daughters...) I have a mobile marine mechanic who will take this on for me. I'd like to have the part ready to go for him so the job doesn't require two trips.

I'm thinking of buying two cables (maybe even three), so he can use the correct one. Then, I'll return the unused cable(s).

Thanks again.