F-N-R cable

[Fast Rider]

I was out in my boat today (1998 Sportster), and after taking a spin around the lake to warm it up, I decided to cool the girl off that was sitting in the front seat by dipping the bow into the water. Upon moving the lever into reverse, the cable ended up kinking and when I dissassmbled it to check what was wrong it appears the inner sleeve on the cable is broken near where it connects to the F-N-R lever (right where the adjustment nuts are). I tried to straighten it out. It will work in forward and neutral, but won't drop the reverse cup down far enough for an actual 'reverse'. So I beleive I need a new cable. Does anyone have the part number for this and the best places to purchase from? Are there any aftermarket companies that make one for this application? Again, it is a 1998 SeaDoo Sportster 1400 (single engine). Thanks guys!

Also, anything to watch out for when removing and reinstalling the new one? It looks pretty straight forward.

 

[Fast Rider]

Noone has the part number for this or know of a parts fiche I could check out? I'd like to get on the water asap. Supposed to be 95 here all week! Thanks guys.

I think I found the part number. It appears to be #204170044. Can anyone confirm this? Does this come as a unit (the cable within the rubber housing)? So where's the best place to purchase from and does anyone know if there are aftermarket companies that make these for a bit cheaper? The cheapest I have found is $115 for OEM.

 

[seadooya]

Vic

that parts been discontinued. I'm working with company right now, to make a replacement for the 98 sportster1800....Control Cables, Sante Fe Springs, Ca 562-949-0455

 

[Jared]

Part number 204170045 (It is for a 98 challenger) will work. It is about 4 inches shorter, but works fine. I have the same boat and recently my cable broke as well. Did some research and bought this cable and works great.