2008 SJ steering mods (with pics). Still need more throw!

[MANFISH66]

So I have come to the conclusion as we all already know the steering throw on the new super jets sux! I have been in contact with many companys trying to find a fix for this problem that will not break the bank! So far it doesn't exist or I just have not found it yet. Everyone is telling me to run the 2007 and earlier steering cable I have to buy the cable, buy a differant hand pole, older style nozzle.... but i don't wanna spend the $800 for a new pole!

This is what I have done so far to increase the throw of the stock setup. Any more hints / tips would be great.

* moved the end of the cable in to increase throw a lil bit.....

*moved the upper part of the cable out to increase the throw a lil bit.....(middle hole was stock location)

if you guys have any more suggestions withut me having to buy a new pole that would be appreciated.
Thanks
-chris-

 

[SJBrit]

You need to move the cable further out on the turn plate up on the handlebars. Most aftermarket turn plates offer more throw, but a cheap way would be to add an extender using the existing holes to attach the extender and a new hole further out for the cable. I'm not sure, but you may have to do some work on the pole pad for clearance.

 

[Idok]

you can find a pre-08 stock pole typically for 100-200 bucks

 

[tomski]

Cut the top aluminum top cast piece off; sell to FX-1 guy. Buy top cast piece from a 96 to 2007 pole; Install.

Buy 96 to 2007 steering cable; problem solved...But as of any project, more than one way to do.

 

[MANFISH66]

you can find a pre-08 stock pole typically for 100-200 bucks

From a retailer or would this have to b e-bay finds.....?

 

[Shifty]

I am guessing you tapped that third hole on the turn plate? I did on mine and the cable bottoms out before the turn plate hits its stop no mater how much adjusting I did. This will put strain on your cable and could break it. I moved mine back to the middle hole.

I don't know of any other way around this other than bringing your nozzle pivot point closer in to its axis (like you've done). I wen't a little further with mine and havn't had any breakage. in two years time. I wouldn't try to move yours any closer since you wouldn't gain much throw and would weaken the arm even more.

 

[MANFISH66]

yeah its drilled, tapped, and red lock tite. your right about the steer stop. The left side hits the stop, the right side is about 1/2 inch off the stop. I cannot adjust it either to make both sides hit the stop. Should I move it back to the stock position?

I am guessing you tapped that third hole on the turn plate? I did on mine and the cable bottoms out before the turn plate hits its stop no mater how much adjusting I did. This will put strain on your cable and could break it. I moved mine back to the middle hole.

I don't know of any other way around this other than bringing your nozzle pivot point closer in to its axis (like you've done). I wen't a little further with mine and havn't had any breakage. in two years time. I wouldn't try to move yours any closer since you wouldn't gain much throw and would weaken the arm even more.

 

[SJBrit]

So is the 08 throw less than the pre-08 throw?

 

[WaveDemon]

So is the 08 throw less than the pre-08 throw?

yes, it's actually an fx1 pole.

 

[WaveDemon]

From a retailer or would this have to b e-bay finds.....?

haven't you noticed all the ski's with aftermarket poles on this board? They all used to have stock poles. Put up a WTB thread for a pre-08 stock pole. I think thrust had a tree decorated with a bunch of them like ornaments. buy one, shorten it and get a pre-08 or comparable AM cable and you're set for cheap.

 

[BBYamaha]

Have you changed anything yet...

 

[Matt_E]

yeah its drilled, tapped, and red lock tite. your right about the steer stop. The left side hits the stop, the right side is about 1/2 inch off the stop. I cannot adjust it either to make both sides hit the stop. Should I move it back to the stock position?

You will break the cable in short order if you run it like that (cable stops before plate hits the steering stop)

 

[MANFISH66]

Have you changed anything yet...

I am waiting to hear your report on the TS innovations setup so I can swoop on one if it solves our little issue here!!!

 

[MANFISH66]

You will break the cable in short order if you run it like that (cable stops before plate hits the steering stop)

Yeah your right. I moved it back to the middle hole.

 

[MANFISH66]

If anyone has any info on the TS innovations new steering setup for the 08+ SJ please fill me in .....

Thanks.

 

[Magnusson]

I´m a jet based on crate new -09... among somethings I mounted a RRP pole with a Blowsion steeringkit.... i mounted the steeringcable in the hole furthest out beliving I would get the biggest steering throw.... When the steering is in It´s end position, regarding if it`s left or right, there`s approx. 1cm untill steeringplate reaches the steeringstopper....


*Is this the same problem that you experience?

*And is the solution for me to get a 96-2007 steeringcable?? (anyone?)

*Will I get even more/faster turning with a quicksteer from RRP? (anyone?)

:Banane37:

 

[BBYamaha]

It will be about a week before (12-14 hour days for the next 4 days) but I think friday will the day! The cable travel distance is huge though though.

 

[Flash-FX]

Here's a option...08+ pole, pre-08 SJ cable, LOTS of throw + No binding issues. The FX guys hate it because there's too much travel? http://www.x-h2o.com/threads/p=694057#post694057 Sometimes you have to cheat a little.

 

[Matt_E]

I´m a jet based on crate new -09... among somethings I mounted a RRP pole with a Blowsion steeringkit.... i mounted the steeringcable in the hole furthest out beliving I would get the biggest steering throw.... When the steering is in It´s end position, regarding if it`s left or right, there`s approx. 1cm untill steeringplate reaches the steeringstopper....


*Is this the same problem that you experience?

*And is the solution for me to get a 96-2007 steeringcable?? (anyone?)

*Will I get even more/faster turning with a quicksteer from RRP? (anyone?)

:Banane37:

If I read you right, you installed a RRP pole with the 09 Steering cable. This won't work, as you found out. If I am not mistaken, the RRP pole is set up for a pre-08 cable.
The 09 cable does not have enough cable travel. You need an older cable.

 

[Lucaumpits]

you are right.

08 cable is junk not enough travel, get a pre 08 and you be fine
sent a PM to Jetmaniac he got some nice special on brand new cables

If I read you right, you installed a RRP pole with the 09 Steering cable. This won't work, as you found out. If I am not mistaken, the RRP pole is set up for a pre-08 cable.
The 09 cable does not have enough cable travel. You need an older cable.