{"product_id":"uflex-racktech-racktech14-rack-and-pinion-boat-steering-system-14-ft-helm-bezel-cable-kit","title":"Uflex RACKTECH14 RackTech Rack and Pinion Steering System, 14 Foot Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Uflex RACKTECH14 RackTech is a complete rack and pinion steering package built for boats where space between the driver's knees and the steering helm is limited, a common constraint on ski boats and other low-freeboard hulls. The kit brings together an M86 preassembled helm with steering cable, a G86 shaft assembly, and an X34 90 degree bezel, so everything needed to convert or install rack and pinion steering arrives as one matched system rather than separately sourced parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the package is the 14 foot TM87 rack cable, which uses an armor wrapped stranded wire core for high efficiency, smooth steering feel, and minimal lost motion at the helm. Like conventional rotary helms, rack and pinion systems transmit steering load through a single contact point, and the RackTech's cable and shaft assembly are engineered to manage that load while keeping the compact footprint rack systems are chosen for. The system is recommended for power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque, making it a fit for boats where a full-size rotary helm will not clear the dash or console.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinished in black metal construction with a Power Grip mounting type, the RackTech installs as a drop-in steering upgrade or OEM-style replacement for boats originally equipped with rack and pinion steering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uflex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e RACKTECH14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rack and Pinion Steering System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteering Cable Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e TM87\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armor wrapped stranded wire core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelm:\u003c\/strong\u003e M86 preassembled helm with steering cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e G86\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e X34, 90 degree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.02 x 5 x 17.99 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.1 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power Grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 702755019015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecommended for boats with limited space between the driver's knees and the steering helm, including ski boats and other low-freeboard hulls, for power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque. No specific make, horsepower, or year fitment is specified for this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo OEM cross-reference numbers are specified for this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of steering system is the Uflex RACKTECH14?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH14 is a rack and pinion steering system, a compact steering type designed for boats where space between the driver's knees and the helm is limited, such as many ski boats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the RACKTECH14 package?\u003c\/strong\u003e The package includes an M86 preassembled helm with steering cable, a G86 shaft assembly, an X34 90 degree bezel, and the 14 foot TM87 rack cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the steering cable on the RACKTECH14?\u003c\/strong\u003e The TM87 rack cable included with the RACKTECH14 is 14 feet long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the cable core made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e The TM87 rack cable used in the RACKTECH14 has an armor wrapped stranded wire core, which is built for high efficiency and smooth steering with minimal lost motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat boats or applications is the RACKTECH14 recommended for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Uflex recommends the RACKTECH14 for power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque, particularly on boats with limited clearance behind the dash.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the RACKTECH14 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH14 rack and pinion steering system weighs 14.1 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the RACKTECH14?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH14 measures 29.02 x 5 x 17.99 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color and material is the RACKTECH14 bezel and helm?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH14 system is finished in black metal construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the RACKTECH14 mounted?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH14 uses a Power Grip mounting type for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the RackTech and the Accutech steering systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RackTech, including the RACKTECH14, is a standard rack and pinion package with a helm, bezel, and TM87 cable, while the Accutech is a ZeroTorque version of the rack and pinion design that adds a spring clutch for smooth transition in and out of ZeroTorque mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the RACKTECH14 fit boats with limited dash clearance?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the RACKTECH14 rack and pinion steering system is specifically designed for boats with limited space between the driver's knees and the steering helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a bezel included with the RACKTECH14?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the RACKTECH14 package includes an X34 90 degree bezel along with the helm, shaft assembly, and rack cable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uflex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991109087451,"sku":"UFX-RACKTECH14","price":238.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/51ahma5mWjL.jpg?v=1784491820","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/uflex-racktech-racktech14-rack-and-pinion-boat-steering-system-14-ft-helm-bezel-cable-kit","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}