Steering replacement needed

[fdheld34]

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

[verch]

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.

[Boatboy6]

Originally Posted by verch

I've never driven a boat with hydraulic steering.

You haven't lived

[PigSticker]

Agreed, hydraulic is a night and day difference..i just went with Uflex over Seastar

[verch]

Okay.. You have my attention. I don't think I'm even gonna screw with the old system. The new hydro systems look pretty easy to install and look like they will be much more enjoyable. I appreciate the tips.

[verch]

I purchased the seastar system that fdheld34 provided the ebay link to. Any tips on the installation?

[Mikem8560]

Originally Posted by verch

I purchased the seastar system that fdheld34 provided the ebay link to. Any tips on the installation?

I bought a used hwlm off craigslist it needed rebuilding, I called this place on a sunday and the owner awnsered and I drove up to drop it off but the owner rebuilt a unit like mine and had it ready after my 2 hour drive to tamps. there on ship shape tv also


http://www.boatsteeringrebuilders.com/

[Mikem8560]

Originally Posted by verch

I purchased the seastar system that fdheld34 provided the ebay link to. Any tips on the installation?

http://youtu.be/TYFAUIMzkgs

[sidelock]

Originally Posted by fdheld34

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

Does this unit fit an 18SF ?

[htillman]

Yes it should work