Swapping 60Hp To A 9.9 Motor

[Simp]

So I have a 17ft aluminum boat similar to a tracker with a 60hp engine. My old man has a Fiberglas boat with a 115hp. He's pushing for me to get a 9.9 on my boat to fish all the 9.9 lakes around. I might be willing to do it but if I do I need to know a few things first. I currently use a 86 merc with a steering system. Anything I buy I want to use with a steering system. So If buy a merc 9.9 will the cables work? Anybody know what the options are at getting a 9.9 to work with my system?

[Pete-K]

Depends on what year you get. I will get in touch with my buddy and I know he can answer that question.