{"product_id":"uflex-racktech18-racktech-rack-and-pinion-steering-system-18-ft-cable-compact-helm-bezel-and-cable-package","title":"Uflex RACKTECH18 RackTech 18 Foot Rack and Pinion Steering System","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Uflex RACKTECH18 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, such as ski boats that tend to have smaller freeboard. The system consists of a preassembled helm with steering cable, a shaft assembly, and a bezel, so the core components needed for a rack and pinion installation are included as a matched set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the system is the TM87 Rack Cable, which has an armor wrapped stranded wire core for high efficiency and smooth steering with minimal lost motion. Because the load path in a rack and pinion system directs steering forces to a single contact point, the RACKTECH18 is engineered to work as an integrated package rather than mixed with unrelated helm or cable components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RACKTECH18 is recommended for power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque, and it suits boats with minimal clearance behind the dash where a compact installation is a priority. The package includes an M86 preassembled helm with steering cable, a G86 shaft assembly, and an X34 90 degree bezel.\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 RACKTECH18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rack and Pinion Steering System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e TM87 Rack Cable\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\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e M86 preassembled helm with steering cable, G86 shaft assembly, X34 90 degree bezel\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\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.02 x 5 x 17.99 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 702755019053\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the Uflex RACKTECH18?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH18 package includes an M86 preassembled helm with steering cable, a G86 shaft assembly, and an X34 90 degree bezel, along with the TM87 Rack Cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the steering cable on the RACKTECH18?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH18 uses an 18 foot cable, as indicated by the part number and the system name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat boats is the RackTech rack and pinion system designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rack and pinion systems like the RACKTECH18 are designed for boats where space between the driver's knees and the steering helm is limited, which is common on ski boats with smaller freeboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the RACKTECH18 suitable for sterndrive boats?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the RACKTECH18 is recommended for power assisted sterndrives and other applications with minimal rudder torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of cable does the RACKTECH18 use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses the TM87 Rack Cable, which has an armor wrapped stranded wire core for high efficiency and smooth steering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the RACKTECH18 come with the helm and bezel, or just the cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH18 is a complete package: it includes the M86 preassembled helm with steering cable, the G86 shaft assembly, and the X34 90 degree bezel, not just the cable alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the RACKTECH18 steering system weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Uflex RACKTECH18 weighs 15 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the RACKTECH18 package?\u003c\/strong\u003e The RACKTECH18 measures 29.02 x 5 x 17.99 inches as packaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a rack and pinion system differ from a rotary helm?\u003c\/strong\u003e Like conventional rotary helms, the RACKTECH18 rack and pinion system transmits all steering loads to one contact point, which results in uneven wear over time, a characteristic shared by both designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a ZeroTorque version of this Uflex steering system?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, Uflex's ZeroTorque version of the rack and pinion line is the Accutech, which adds a spring clutch for smooth transition in and out of ZeroTorque mode; the RACKTECH18 does not include this feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a rack and pinion system like the RACKTECH18 over a rotary helm?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rack and pinion systems such as the RACKTECH18 are chosen when there is limited space between the driver's knees and the helm, a common constraint on ski boats with smaller freeboard; where more space is available, a planetary gear rotary helm is recommended instead for reduced feedback and longer helm life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the manufacturer part number for this steering system?\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer part number is RACKTECH18, made by Uflex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uflex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991109578971,"sku":"UFX-RACKTECH18","price":238.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/91hKA-6PKpL.jpg?v=1784491850","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/uflex-racktech18-racktech-rack-and-pinion-steering-system-18-ft-cable-compact-helm-bezel-and-cable-package","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}