Uflex RACKTECH17 RackTech Rack and Pinion Steering System, 17 Foot TM87 Cable

The Uflex RACKTECH17 is a complete rack and pinion steering package built for boats where space between the driver's knees and the steering helm is limited, such as ski boats and other craft with lower freeboard. Unlike a conventional rotary helm, a rack and pinion system is engineered for compact installations behind the dash, making it a practical choice when clearance is tight.

The RACKTECH17 package includes a helm, a bezel, and the TM87 rack cable. The TM87 cable uses an armor-wrapped stranded wire core, which is designed for high steering efficiency and smooth operation with minimal lost motion. This steering system is recommended for power-assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque.

As with conventional rotary helms, rack and pinion systems transmit steering loads through a single contact point, which can result in uneven wear over time within the system. The RACKTECH17 is the 17-foot cable length version of Uflex's Racktech steering package.

Specifications

• Brand: Uflex
• Manufacturer Part Number: RACKTECH17
• Product Type: Rack and Pinion Steering System
• Cable Length: 17 feet
• Cable Model: TM87
• Cable Core: Armor-wrapped stranded wire
• Included Components: Helm, bezel, TM87 rack cable
• Item Dimensions: 29.02 x 5 x 17.99 inches
• Weight: 14.6 pounds
• Mounting Type: Easy Snap
• UPC: 702755019046
• Recommended Use: Power-assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque

Fitment

Recommended for power-assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque, and commonly used on ski boats and other boats with limited space behind the dash.

Replaces (OEM)

No OEM cross-reference numbers are listed for the RACKTECH17.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with the Uflex RACKTECH17? The RACKTECH17 package includes a helm, a bezel, and the TM87 rack cable with an armor-wrapped stranded wire core.

How long is the steering cable on the RACKTECH17? The RACKTECH17 uses a 17-foot TM87 rack cable, which is reflected in the part number itself.

What type of steering system is the RACKTECH17? It is a rack and pinion steering system, a design commonly used on boats with limited space between the driver's knees and the steering helm, such as ski boats.

Is the RACKTECH17 suitable for a sterndrive boat? Yes, the RACKTECH17 is recommended for power-assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque.

What is different about a rack and pinion system compared to a rotary helm? Rack and pinion systems, like the RACKTECH17, are more compact and fit boats with tighter space behind the dash, though like conventional rotary helms they transmit steering loads through a single contact point, which can cause uneven wear over time.

What is the cable core material on the RACKTECH17? The TM87 cable included with the RACKTECH17 has an armor-wrapped stranded wire core, designed for high efficiency and smooth steering with minimal lost motion.

How much does the RACKTECH17 weigh? The Uflex RACKTECH17 weighs 14.6 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the RACKTECH17 package? The item dimensions are 29.02 x 5 x 17.99 inches.

Does the RACKTECH17 include a bezel? Yes, a bezel is included as part of the RACKTECH17 rack and pinion steering package, along with the helm and TM87 cable.

What boats is the RACKTECH17 best suited for? Boats with limited clearance between the driver's knees and the steering helm, such as ski boats with lower freeboard, are well suited to the RACKTECH17 rack and pinion system.

How is the RACKTECH17 mounted? The RACKTECH17 uses an Easy Snap mounting type.