[MinnetonkaMariah]

The steering on my Z225 Davanti has always seemed sloppy to me.
There is "play" in the wheel, where I can turn from 10 to 2 with no affect.
I often feel like a first time car driver over steering all the time, and at low speeds I am constantly playing with the wheel to keep her straight.
Is this normal?
Any thoughts will be appreciated.
Thanks!
Doug

[csterner]

I think there is a procedure for adjusting your steering system. Check in the manual section of this forum. I think I saw it in there somewhere.

[Dredd]

10-2 is a lot and csterner is right. But, also note that low speed wandering is common in deep V boats. There are a few threads about it on every boating forum that I'm on.

[Rick Smart]

Slow speed wandering in the steering is normal. If boat is planed of and you have that much steering play you have a mechanical problem. Possible low fluid level, worn gimbel bracket, loose steering cable nut(s), worn steering helm. However be careful until the problem is fixed. I suggest not operating the boat until repairs are completed. Rick

I'm now a proud owner of a Z272 and love it.

[edward cossey]

my mariahs 252 steering wheel has about 3inches play in it i have to correct it at slow speeds, but at faster speeds its fine i had it checked out by a mechanic and he says its normal,

all the best

ed cossey

[rooperdan]

Most V - hull boats do wander, even with tight steering.