Rigging tube

**vnemous** · 08-10-2006, 12:53 PM

The hole that the controls go into my engine is rectangular. Is there an adapter for the rigging tube to attach so you cant see controls. Thank Mike

**RB in NM** · 08-10-2006, 01:23 PM

Most of the round hoses provided for the wiring/cables will conform to the rectangular hole in the cowl. You got a Merc?
RB

**vnemous** · 08-10-2006, 01:25 PM

Yes its a 1988 200 with a 2.5 efi cowl. Should i just smush the tube and shove it in? I thought there was a cleaner way to do it.

**RB in NM** · 08-10-2006, 01:38 PM

There are adapters that are available out there. Most kitshave the transom adapters, not for the motor.
I used 2 1/4" black hose on my 260, no adapters on the motor, it conforms well to the cowl opening. once in there it fits tight and looks good.

RB

**vnemous** · 08-10-2006, 01:39 PM

Thanks I'll look closer at it tonight.

**1BadAction** · 08-10-2006, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by 1BadAction

840212 "adapter housing"... you need 2, that for 100% sure is the part number...

Originally Posted by 1BadAction

they are black plastic, you also need 2 of the 840213, which is the backing plate, and 4 screws (#8 or 10 x 3/4" long) i have some laying around off of some boat I have worked on at one time or the other with a extra wide head that are great in this application. you need a wide head or a washer so it doesnt crack the plastic plate.

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**amityray** · 08-10-2006, 02:53 PM

Originally Posted by RB in NM

There are adapters that are available out there. Most kitshave the transom adapters, not for the motor.
I used 2 1/4" black hose on my 260, no adapters on the motor, it conforms well to the cowl opening. once in there it fits tight and looks good.

RB

I did this with my 300pm. it was a little snug getting it in the opening. But its never come loose and it looks clean.