Dana Billet Side Mount Controls - Group buy! We need at least 4 more people.

[LargeOrangeFont]

I talked to Bob @ Marine Industries West in his shop tour thread, and he said if we can get 5 people committed, he will do a special price on his billet side controls for $695.

Dana Billet Controls Side Mount - Marine Industries West

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www.marineindustrieswest.com

We are talking about part numbers SC-1000 and SC-1001, which are for left and right hand mounting. You can choose the mounting base color to match your boat.

Unlike the Hardin billet controls this one will use most throttle cables, so you may not need to change your cable. I believe the Hardin uses only the 33C type cable.

Per Bob and MIW

"Our controls will work with 33C or Merc Gen 2 cables. But will not work with the earlier Merc KM type cable. If you have the early KM cables, they would need to be upgraded. By the time you get the (2) cables and the engine side connection kit, it will add about $140.00 to your project.

Anyone interested can email or call, [email protected] - 714-630-3905 and ill compile a list. Thanks"

I am in, do we have 4 more takers? Please post up if you are interested.

 

[dirtslinger2]

If these would replace my black plastic Merc one, I'm in.

 

[02HoWaRd26]

If these would replace my black plastic Merc one, I'm in.

That is exactly what they are designed to do. If i recall from another thread prior these are the direct replacement for the 2001 and newer Merc single hand controls. And the earlier ones you just had to change the cables.

 

[dirtslinger2]

Hmmm, my boat is a 2000 Placecraft, what are the chances it go the newer style?

 

[Ziggy]

You should see at least a 6mph gain by upgrading your shifter. 1mph better than through transom exhaust.

 

[Jay Dub]

I have an 02/03 Hallett 210 with the single style controller. Not sure the brand. Would this be gen I or gen II cables?

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

If these would replace my black plastic Merc one, I'm in.

Yes. It is a direct replacement for the round shaped controls

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

I have an 02/03 Hallett 210 with the single style controller. Not sure the brand. Would this be gen I or gen II cables?

You might drop an email to Bob and see, he might be able to tell you.

 

[Jay Dub]

You might drop an email to Bob and see, he might be able to tell you.

thank you. I also will try to get a pic of the cables behind the panel later this evening.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

thank you. I also will try to get a pic of the cables behind the panel later this evening.

That will likely confirm 100%.

 

[Hypnautic]

I’ll buy.
Add it to the pile of parts I need to install..
Let me know how we get the order in.
Boat is ‘04 with 496 so should be direct replacement.
RH in purple.

 

[Shlbyntro]

I have an 02/03 Hallett 210 with the single style controller. Not sure the brand. Would this be gen I or gen II cables?

Thats a Teleflex/Seastar unit. It is a universal style controller that accepts almost all cables but they are most commonly rigged with 33c cables. They still make this controller today in just about every format imaginable albeit with a nicer looking updated facia.

As a mechanic, the new version of your controller is my favorite to install in anything I have to change a controller out in. I don't imagine why the MIW controller wouldn't be able to replace this unit provided the hole behind the flange isn't oversized for any reason

 

[Jay Dub]

Thats a Teleflex/Seastar unit. It is a universal style controller that accepts almost all cables but they are most commonly rigged with 33c cables. They still make this controller today in just about every format imaginable albeit with a nicer looking updated facia.

As a mechanic, the new version of your controller is my favorite to install in anything I have to change a controller out in. I don't imagine why the MIW controller wouldn't be able to replace this unit provided the hole behind the flange isn't oversized for any reason

thank you for the info. I will look at the cutout from behind the panel this evening.

 

[LuauLounge]

Jump on this, best upgrade short of replacing your 350 small block with a BB blower motor

 

[Bobby V]

thank you for the info. I will look at the cutout from behind the panel this evening.

I had Nordic install mine on my 25' Eliminator Eagle. They had to make a new flange to cover the hole.

 

[Goodtime$]

So nice cables are easy to swap
Wish merc didn’t go all DTS

 

[Bpracing1127]

Here is the hardin one

 

[Jay Dub]

I'll buy one. right hand. red base. clear handle. thank you for organizing. let me know, I can send $

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

That makes 2 confirmed. We need 3 more and I can let Bob know and he will advise how to proceed.

If there is a cash discount I can collect and pay Bob if needed.

 

[dirtslinger2]

I'll take a LH, clear base and clear handles.

 

[sintax]

for anyone on the fence about this one, its a very nice upgrade. The controls look a million times better than those shitty faded black plastic units, and they also work nicely. It'll take a minute to get used to the control, but honestly one long weekend and you'll be a pro.

 

[LuauLounge]

I have a 22ZX Donzi with a 496HO. It had the standard Merc single handle control with the interlock and I'd always overshoot F to R and R to F.
Never again with this....... Makes docking so much easier.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Ok we have 3 committed, we need at least 2 more!

 

[Kbach]

So I’m on the fence and have a question....are there any other functional differences between the Dana and Hardin unit other than the types of cables that can be used?

I see the Hardin for $600 “regular guy price” and the Dana group buy special at $700 regularly $800.

Anybody ever use/own both and if so any comparison thoughts?

Thanks!

 

[Bpracing1127]

I have used both and no functional difference at all.

 

[dspracing]

I had a Hardin and really enjoyed it. The only problem I had was that the neutral safety switch was such a small tab that it was hard to find and feel. I spent so much time trying to find dead center neutral I ended up bypassing the switch. Cant speak to the Dana but hopefully they handle this better.

 

[02HoWaRd26]

So I’m on the fence and have a question....are there any other functional differences between the Dana and Hardin unit other than the types of cables that can be used?

I see the Hardin for $600 “regular guy price” and the Dana group buy special at $700 regularly $800.

Anybody ever use/own both and if so any comparison thoughts?

Thanks!

As i believe they are nearly identical, i would be curious if the online price is actually current.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

So I’m on the fence and have a question....are there any other functional differences between the Dana and Hardin unit other than the types of cables that can be used?

I see the Hardin for $600 “regular guy price” and the Dana group buy special at $700 regularly $800.

Anybody ever use/own both and if so any comparison thoughts?

Thanks!

The Dana unit has adjustable tension which is a nice feature. Functionally they are the same. I do also like the Dana lanyard switch setup a little better.

They both look good, I personally like the look of the Dana one a bit better, and if something ever happens to it, it is nice parts are local in So Cal.

 

[Bpracing1127]

The hardin has adjustable tension as well

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

The hardin has adjustable tension as well

External or do you have to take it apart?

 

[Bpracing1127]

External or do you have to take it apart?

Set screw external

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Set screw external

Same as the Dana then.

 

[BlockHead]

I’m interested. Would be right hand.

 

[BlockHead]

I’m interested. Would be right hand.

Ok decided I’m in. Going to contact Marine Industries West Tomorrow

 

[SamMaxco]

I would like one. I have a 2000 Hallett 210 with the stock black one. 377 Blue Scorpion Merc B1 1:5.1
Purple.

 

[BlockHead]

Ok I called Bob and gave him my info. He said I’m the only person that has so far. So if your truly interested give him a call at 714-630-3905 and let’s get this going.

 

[Jay Dub]

Ok I called Bob and gave him my info. He said I’m the only person that has so far. So if your truly interested give him a call at 714-630-3905 and let’s get this going.

ahh, i was unsure of the process. I thought it was a bulk order. So we each call the shop directly?

 

[Jay Dub]

That makes 2 confirmed. We need 3 more and I can let Bob know and he will advise how to proceed.

If there is a cash discount I can collect and pay Bob if needed.

looks like we may have enough interest now. let me know the process. thank you for organizing

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Yes Give Bob a call at the shop or drop him an email.

[email protected] - 714-630-3905

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Ok I called Bob and gave him my info. He said I’m the only person that has so far. So if your truly interested give him a call at 714-630-3905 and let’s get this going.

I will drop him a line this afternoon.

 

[evantwheeler]

These are worth the money! I have one BNIB waiting to install into my current boat. Last boat I installed this control and it makes you look/feel like a pro navigating at slow speeds around docks and through the channel.

 

[Jay Dub]

I just emailed Bob my order.

 

[ZSTIV]

Interested! Need to get one for my 240 Hallett!

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

BUMP. Email or call Bob!

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Sent Bob my email.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

We have 4 people confirmed, we need 1 more.

 

[BlockHead]

We have 4 people confirmed, we need 1 more.

Am I a confirmed ?

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Am I a confirmed ?

Did you call or send an email to Bob? It sounds like you did an were the first.

Anyone interested can email or call, [email protected] - 714-630-3905 and he will compile the list. Right now there are 4 orders and we need 1 more.

 

[BlockHead]

Ok these are who I think are confirmed.

LargeOrangeFont
Blockhead
JayDub
not sure 4th

these are interested parties per this thread

Hypnautic
dirtslinger
SamMexico
ZSTIV

We might be able to look up old thread and see who was interested then and see if they are still.

 

[Hypnautic]

Ok these are who I think are confirmed.

LargeOrangeFont
Blockhead
JayDub
not sure 4th

these are interested parties per this thread

Hypnautic
dirtslinger
SamMexico
ZSTIV

We might be able to look up old thread and see who was interested then and see if they are still.

Just spoke to Bob.
I am #5
Confirmed and paid.
More are welcome to join in on offer but we have minimum