Boat steering

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Originally Posted by Flyfisher

I think my problem with docking is overcorrecting because of the play. I am trying to take it slow turning the wheel. I also bought a rudder position indicator that attaches to the steering so I know when the wheel is in the straight position. I haven't tried it yet.

For most boats, the steering wheel does very little if the propeller isn't turning. Try turning the wheel to the desired position, Put it in gear for 1-2 seconds and come out of gear. Correct the wheel and repeat.
You can tell when the steering wheel is straight ahead by wrapping a piece of tape at top or bottom. Because the steering wheel is straight, does not mean your rudder or outdrive is straight, hence "rudder angle" not steering wheel indicator. Post #9 on this thread has a good discussion of Rudder angle
https://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums...ad.php?t=25884.