SI-TEX SP-110 System w/Rudder Feedback & Type S Mechanical Dash Drive... [SP110RF-3]....this is your complete autopilot package from sitex. It includes you helm drive unit, sitex 110 controller/computer, and rudder reference sensor which is factory mounted on the drive.
I also had to purchase a new steering cable...there are quite a few choices out there. I opted for the sea star ssc6221. The last two numbers are just the length of the cable which will be different for everyone. Remember if already have a rotary drive helm, your existing steering cable may be plug and play. Because I had rack and pinion I had to remove my helm setup and replace he steering cable. If you do have rack and pinion and need to replace the steering cable I found that 1 foot longer than my old existing cable length was just about perfect.
The thing that scared me the most was making sure I had enough room behind the dash for he new drive unit. I did have to make some cuts from the bathroom side of the helm to properly give clearance however I will cover up the cuts with a covered piece of wood and nobody will ever know the difference.
One other note...my boat steering whee had a square style shaft coming out of the rack and pinion helm. This will not work with the octopus drive shaft. I found a used slortcraft steering wheel exactly the same size and style of mine on eBay for 30 bucks shipped. It's the round 3/4 inch tapered shaft style. Most newer boats will have them standard in their helms I believe.
You wouldn’t by chance still be on here would ya? I just bought a 1988 amberjack 270 and have questions!
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You wouldn’t by chance still be on here would ya? I just bought a 1988 amberjack 270 and have questions!