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01-30-2014, 11:19 PM
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Steering replacement needed
I'm considering replacing the steering system in my 20'. It looks like the SeaStar Big-T system and there is a bit of slack in it. I'm open to advise on replacement recommendations and repair suggestions. I purchased the boat a couple months ago for $10k and I'm in it now for about $13,500 after rewiring, rebuilding the console, adding GPS, replacing gauges, etc. etc. I'm about to paint the topside now and I don't want to spend another $1,000 on steering so I'm looking to stay with a mechanical system. Any thoughts?
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01-31-2014, 01:57 AM
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Presumably you've confirmed that the culprit is not just a stretched out cable. Those rotary helms are pretty tough.
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01-31-2014, 08:25 AM
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you can come in well under 1K for hydro steering if you shop around on ebay and craigslist. well worth it.
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01-31-2014, 11:36 AM
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I would also check cable first like Gille suggested
but If you decide to go hydraulic... Go Teleflex Baystar hydraulic steering if your 150 hp or under here is a link from ebay for starters http://www.ebay.com/itm/TELEFLEX-BAY...7819db&vxp=mtr
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01-31-2014, 12:46 PM
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I'm not sure how to check the cable but I plan to look over it this weekend to be sure that all fittings are properly tightened. How would you recommend checking it? Is hydraulic really that much better? I've never driven a boat with hydraulic steering.
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01-31-2014, 06:11 PM
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Agreed, hydraulic is a night and day difference..i just went with Uflex over Seastar
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02-01-2014, 02:05 PM
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