Topic: Sabre pulls hard right and very hard to steer left, please help

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April 19, 2011 at 12:04 pm #347302

hntnfsh00
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I just bought a 03 sabre with yamaha 150 carb motor and took it out for the first time this last weekend. The boat ran good but it would take about all you had to hold the boat straight, it just wanted to pull hard to the right and if you tried to turn left it was a workout. It has cable steering not hydraulic and the trim tab above the prop is set all the way to right setting. It doesnt seem to turn that bad when not on plane so I just dont understand if its the steering cables or not.

April 19, 2011 at 12:07 pm #347327

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It is either propeller or engine height. Where are you located and do you have a jack plate which will allow you to lower it easily.

April 19, 2011 at 12:10 pm #347346

jignpig
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Probably prop/engine height. Does the steering turn easily or with very little effort when the boat is sitting on the trailer at home? At what speeds are the most problem, mid range or wide open?96 Eyra/12 Mercury 175 Pro XS with 2015 single axle trailer2017 Victory Gunner

April 19, 2011 at 12:24 pm #347362

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I live in northwest kansas, yes I have a 6 in jackplate, Yea it seems to turn easy at home and at low speeds but med speed to wot is a pain.

April 19, 2011 at 12:27 pm #347375

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Keymaster

Lower the engine and you will see it improve. Try a half inch if there is room, though go to the FAQ section and learn how to measure it to get better information.

April 19, 2011 at 12:28 pm #347392

jignpig
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http://basscatowners.yuku.com/topic/122 … ine-heightGood luck!96 Eyra/12 Mercury 175 Pro XS with 2015 single axle trailer2017 Victory Gunner

April 19, 2011 at 5:49 pm #347411

txpuma.basscatowners
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My Puma has a hydraulic jack plate so it is easy for me to experiment with engine height settings. It is amazing what changing the engine height does !! I can go from steering with finger tips to being nearly impossible to turn left with both hands and all my strength. From what you are describing, it sure sounds like your engine is too high. As already stated, experiment with lowering your engine and I will bet you will find a height that you will like.Scott
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