Author Topic: Anyone running a larger diameter SS, 6-spoke steering wheel with hydro steering? (Read 1323 times)

Fisherdv · « **on:** February 08, 2018, 02:23:51 PM »

I’m currently running the stock 13 1/2 inch steering wheel that came with the boat (nice wheel), but it’s small diameter with the Baystar hydraulic steering means lots of turns lock, to lock. It can be difficult in tight areas or docking. I’m just not used to the number of turns vs. cable steering. I was thinking about a larger, 15 1/2 in SS, 6-spoke wheel to offset it a bit. I’m trying to avoid adding one of those steering wheel knobs. Any thoughts? Anyone running a 15 1/2 in wheel on a smaller Arima? Would it even make that much of a difference?

Threeweight · « **Reply #1 on:** February 08, 2018, 02:46:31 PM »

Larger wheel gets in the way of operating the electronics in a cramped Arima dash.

Hydraulic steering inherently has more turns to lock than cable. I used a 13.5" wheel on my boat to... works great. Invest in a spinner to go on the wheel if you want faster response.

https://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/product.do?part=39893&engine=adwords&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI29yVzbKX2QIVBL3sCh1MDQySEAQYASABEgLTlvD_BwE

Chief of the Boat · « **Reply #2 on:** February 08, 2018, 02:55:17 PM »

The knob puts the icing on hydraulic steering.

Yachter Yat · « **Reply #3 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:02:15 PM »

Fisher; I don't think you want a bigger wheel. In fact, you actually might want a smaller wheel. No effort to hyro steering, so I'd go with a Sea Dog 11". As far as the "suicide" knob is concerned; if you like it, okay. Personally, I just give mine the middle finger against the spoke. (Did I just say that?) I'd bet you a dime to a dollar I could turn my wheel faster with my finger than you could with that knob....especially with a smaller diameter wheel.

Yat

Fisherdv · « **Reply #4 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:06:08 PM »

Yat, you must have a strong middle finger.......you must use it alot :whistle:

Fisherdv · « **Reply #5 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:10:47 PM »

Quote from: Chief of the Boat on February 08, 2018, 02:55:17 PM

The knob puts the icing on hydraulic steering.

Cheif, what size/brand is that 6-spoke? Looks bigger than a 13 1/2. Can I still put that knob on my stock wheel with the rubber grip on the outside?

Chief of the Boat · « **Reply #6 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:11:36 PM »

I didn't like the knob at first until I got in a tight docking situation.

Chief of the Boat · « **Reply #7 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:13:12 PM »

Fisherdv,
OEM 1994 I am sure like Yat's.

Chief of the Boat · « **Reply #8 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:17:55 PM »

Fisherdv,
I think your rubberized wheel would work great to hold the knob. Look at 3WT's post on the video.

Fisherdv · « **Reply #9 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:27:30 PM »

What’s the “standard” (if there is one) clock position to mount that knob with wheel straight? I don’t see that video you mentioned

J Chaser · « **Reply #10 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:33:00 PM »

I have the knob as well.

John

Chief of the Boat · « **Reply #11 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:45:58 PM »

I mounted mine at 1100.

Threeweight · « **Reply #12 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:57:43 PM »

Edson knobs come w/ two different mounting loops, one for bare stainless wheels and one for rubberized.

Stay away from the cheap Sea Dog spinners... they won't fit a rubberized wheel.

In a pinch, a $20 car steering wheel spinner works just fine, but are a little big and clunky. I used to use one I got for $15 from Autozone.

Fisherdv · « **Reply #13 on:** February 08, 2018, 03:59:25 PM »

Thanks for the info, Yat, I think I’ll try the finger next time out and see if that works well. If not I just may have to try that knob. There is a particular launch I sometimes go to that on a strong incoming tide can be very difficult to navigate the boat to the dock while trying to avoid some dock rash. The tide is pushing the boat from behind making for a tricky approach. Appreciate the replies

Fisherdv · « **Reply #14 on:** February 08, 2018, 04:02:42 PM »

Quote from: Threeweight on February 08, 2018, 03:57:43 PM

Edson knobs come w/ two different mounting loops, one of bare stainless wheels and one for rubberized.

Stay away from the cheap Sea Dog spinners... they won't fit a rubberized wheel.

In a pinch, a $20 car steering wheel spinner works just fine, but are a little big and clunky. I used to use one I got for $15 from Autozone.

3WT, that skull knob would go good with a skull and cross bones pirate flag

Chief of the Boat · « **Reply #15 on:** February 08, 2018, 04:20:24 PM »

I run three of these with fender covers from http://www.mecoastmarine.com/index.shtml. The will protect your boat.

La-Z-Buoy · « **Reply #16 on:** February 08, 2018, 04:23:10 PM »

Bought this from amazon. Much cheaper than just the knob listed above. Knob is incorporated in the wheel, not a separate add on. Works for me. No, I don't have hydraulic steering.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXZ8FE8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Fisherdv · « **Reply #17 on:** February 08, 2018, 04:34:21 PM »

Quote from: La-Z-Buoy on February 08, 2018, 04:23:10 PM

Bought this from amazon. Much cheaper than just the knob listed above. Knob is incorporated in the wheel, not a separate add on. Works for me. No, I don't have hydraulic steering.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXZ8FE8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That looks like exactly the same wheel I have stock, only that has the knob.

AJFishin · « **Reply #18 on:** February 08, 2018, 05:01:01 PM »

I saw you go with a classic :biggrin:

Fisherdv · « **Reply #19 on:** February 08, 2018, 05:07:23 PM »

Quote from: AJFishin on February 08, 2018, 05:01:01 PM

I saw you go with a classic :biggrin:

And maybe some spoked rims on the trailer

Yachter Yat · « **Reply #20 on:** February 08, 2018, 05:36:49 PM »

Yeah Chief, I've got the 14" factory 6 spoke wheel like yours. I like it better than the 5 spokers. Gives me one more "fingering" opportunity.

Truth is, if I ever swap to hydro steering, I'd go with the Sea Dog 11". Not only could I turn it faster, but it would also give me just a little additional leg room.

Yes Fisher, I have strong middle fingers. Must be from being "overworked" in my youth.

Yat

AJFishin · « **Reply #21 on:** February 08, 2018, 05:47:47 PM »

Fisherdv · « **Reply #22 on:** February 08, 2018, 05:51:02 PM »

Nice!

I tow it with my 64’

mustang65fbk · « **Reply #23 on:** February 08, 2018, 10:59:01 PM »

Now you’ve got me thinking about a new wheel with the rubber cover and suicide knob. The one on amazon looks decent for only $50, mine is all metal and up until now I’ve just used a finger but my uncles old boat had the knob on it but I wasn’t a fan. If you do buy one, Mount it up higher than not so you don’t rack your knees on it every time you move around. Been there, done that several dozen times

Yachter Yat · « **Reply #24 on:** February 09, 2018, 05:18:04 AM »

I don't know, guys. I mean.......suicide knob on a boat steering wheel? Isn't that something like turn signals on a bulldozer? :hoboy: I don't think I'd want that thing wacking my wrists or knees every time I turned around.

Yat

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Author Topic: Anyone running a larger diameter SS, 6-spoke steering wheel with hydro steering? (Read 1323 times)