RachTech™ Rack And Pinion Steering Systems For Boats
Rack and Pinion steering systems are generally found on boats where space between the drivers knees and the steering helm is limited. Racks were particularly common in the early 70’s on ski boats where the free board of the boats were very small. Today’s boats generally have enough space to fit a rotary helm, making the rack systems less popular as OEM installed option. Rack and Pinion systems have the similar design issues as conventional rotary helms.Accordingly, all the steering loads are transmitted to next contact point and there is uneven wear in the system.
The Racktech™ Rack and Pinion steering package offers a compact installation and features the M86 cable with an armor wrapped stainless steel core for maximum efficiency and minimal lost motion. Ideal for boats with minimal clearance behind the dash, the Racktech™ is recommended or power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque.
RachTech™ Rack And Pinion Steering System
A Complete Steering System consists Of::
Pre-assembled rack and pinion steering cable: M86
Helm assembly:G86 - 39418 G standard
Mounting bezel:
X34 - 36654 B - black, 90° mounting
X34W - 40654 C - white, 90° mounting
X35 - 36655 C - black, 20° mounting
Features and Technical Specifications
All stainless steel cable output ends, Made exclusively in corrosion resistant materials, Optional 90° or 20° installation. Standard 3/4”tapered shaft, Lock-to-lock steering wheel turns: 3.5, Stroke: 8.2” (210 mm), Maximum allowable steering wheel diameter: 16.5” (420 mm), Minimum steering cable bend radius: 7.9” (200 mm), G86 steering systems are not to be used on boats equipped with engines that exceed the maximum horsepower rating of the boat, Available in package includes X34 bezel and M86 cable with RACKTECH™ rack and pinion steering system for boats.
RachTech™ Rack And Pinion Steering System Tilt Helm
A Complete Steering System Consist Of:
Pre-assembled rack and steering cable: M86
Helm assembly:G96 - 39650 L standard
Tilt mechanism:X52 - 39250 U
NOTE: X52 tilt mechanism fits Ultraflex tilt mount rotary and rack and pinion steering helms.
Features and Technical Specifications
Fast, simple installation.Tilt range of 48° and five locking positions. Tilt device eliminates under dash movement. Standard 3/4” tapered shaft - stainless steel. All stainless steel cable output ends Made exclusively in corrosion resistant materials. Lock-to-lock steering wheel turns: 3.5 Stroke: 8.2” (210 mm) Maximum allowable steering wheel diameter: 16.5” (420 mm) Minimum steering cable bend radius: 7.9” (200 mm) G96 steering systems are not to be used on boats equipped with engines that exceed the maximum horsepower rating of the boat.
