Davis Instruments Steering/Control Accessories
Davis Instruments: Precision Steering & Control Accessories for the Water
Davis Instruments has a storied connection to the marine world. The company actually started in the 1960s as a marine product company — long before it became known for weather technology — specializing in practical, problem-solving accessories for sailors, power boaters, and anglers. That legacy lives on today in their focused lineup of steering and control accessories, where form, function, and durability on the water remain the guiding principles.
Practical Solutions for Steering Control
Davis Instruments approaches steering accessories the way an experienced mariner would: keep it simple, make it reliable, and solve a real problem. Their steering and control products are built to handle the challenging marine environment — saltwater, UV exposure, vibration, and the demands of hands-on seamanship.
One standout is the Tiller-Tamer, a device designed to maintain a cruising course with no hands, in any weather or wind condition. The tension is smoothly adjustable from fully locked to fully free, making it an invaluable asset for solo sailors who need a moment away from the helm without sacrificing directional control.
For wheel-steered vessels, the Davis Rudder Position Indicator provides instant visual reference of rudder angle — a critical safety advantage when maneuvering in tight quarters, docking, drawing alongside another vessel, or picking up a water skier. The pointer swings a full 30 degrees with each revolution of the wheel and mounts directly to the steering hub with a self-adhesive pad. With a rugged, hermetically sealed, weatherproof, and sunproof housing, it requires no cables, adjustments, or electricity — gravity does all the work, keeping it simple and service-free. It is suitable for boats with both mechanical and single-station hydraulic steering systems.
Cable Maintenance That Protects Your Steering
Proper cable care is essential to responsive, safe steering. Davis Instruments' Max-Lube is recommended for all types of boat steering cables as well as all types of gears, regardless of size, load, or service. It virtually eliminates wear and corrosion on all metals, ferrous or nonferrous. For a complete cable-care solution, Max-Lube is also available as part of the Cable Buddy Kit, which bundles the lubricant with a convenient application tool for thorough, mess-free cable servicing.
Why Boaters Trust Davis Instruments
Davis Instruments products are designed, assembled, and rigorously tested at their headquarters in Hayward, California. That same engineering discipline that goes into their precision weather instruments extends to their marine accessories — built to withstand the rigors of real-world use on the water. Whether you're a weekend cruiser or a seasoned bluewater sailor, Davis's steering and control accessories offer dependable, intelligently designed solutions that don't overcomplicate the job. Explore the full Davis Instruments brand page or browse all steering and control accessories to find the right fit for your vessel.