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I have to replace my steering cable. I have read of some people's frustration when ordering a new Teleflex cable and following Teleflex's instructions which result in an excessively long cable. I have the regular sport console, not the shorter Striper console.

My cable removed from the boat measures 9' from threaded fitting to threaded fitting. My cable measured from end-to-end measures about 12'. I measured a new Teleflex Super-T QC 10' cable at West Marine. It's almost a perfect match in length for my 9' cable. I had expected it to be a little too long since it is a 10' cable. Obviously I don't understand their measuring system.

I was planning to buy a complete Safe-T QC helm with cable as it doesn't seem to make sense to buy only the cable. What length of cable should I buy?

I would appreciate input based on your experience with this issue.

Thanks,

Rick