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Control Cables for OMC, Johnson / Evinrude and Mercury Outboards

Published on June 24, 2010 By sailorf21

When replacing a cable steering system, you can typically find the cable part number and length roughly two feet from the helm connection, imprinted into the cable’s jacket. A variety of control cables are available that meet the specifications of your vessel and engine system. Teleflex’s direct replacement marine-grade, corrosion-resistant cables model CC179 can replace [...]

Why use a Marine Grade Starter?

Published on May 19, 2010 By Boat Advisor

If the starter motor on your boat’s gasoline powered engine goes bad, where will you purchase a replacement? If you’re a prudent boater, you’ll go right to your marine parts store to buy one. There are lots of good parts outlets around. Some may be near you and many can be found online. Here’s why you want to use an approved marine grade starter.