Beneteau 393

[dave_nelson]

Hi All

Just buying a Beneteau 393 2002.
Can anyone confirm when and if the cables and pulleys of the wheel steering system should be serviced or greased?

cheers

D

[NYSail]

16 year old boat...... I would check them and service as needed.

Greg

[svHyLyte]

Originally Posted by dave_nelson

Hi All

Just buying a Beneteau 393 2002.
Can anyone confirm when and if the cables and pulleys of the wheel steering system should be serviced or greased?

cheers

D

Nice boat. It is wise to lubricate the cables and idler wheels annually with a good spray of Boeshield T-9 although access can be somewhat awkward. You can also lift the binnacle compass to inspect the wheel gears/chain and give them a rub with water proof grease occasionally as well.

FWIW...

[Stu Jackson]

If it's an Edson go to www.edsonmarine.com They have a maintenance section to read and download.

[Suijin]

Definitely inspect the chain on a new to you boat. Also gives you the opportunity to inspect the pedestal mount for the sprocket and bearing, which is cast aluminum and susceptible to corrosion.

If you’re voyaging far it’s not s bad idea to pull the cable and chain and make up a spare. Cheap insurance.

[dave_nelson]

thanks guys for all the feedback re my query!