Steering on my 2007 Seafarer has some play at slow speeds.

[nrtbmw]

System bled with little sign of air pockets. Mechanic says the helm mechanism may need replacement which would involve 2 hrs labor. Does anyone have an idea of parts cost?
Thanks

 

[Doc Stressor]

I just replaced my helm after 10 years of hanging onto the wheel while banging over the waves. They all develop play and should be replaced once the amount of play becomes annoying.

I think I paid $770 for the helm kit. You can get rebuilt units or get yours rebuilt for about half that price. Do a search for Seastar helm rebuild.

 

[nrtbmw]

Thanks for the info Doc. Can you tell me what is the helm kit comprised of?

 

[Pighunter]

Thanks for the info Doc. Can you tell me what is the helm kit comprised of?

Maybe this?

Teleflex Mechanical Steering Helms

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www.greatlakesskipper.com

 

[nrtbmw]

Thx so much.

 

[ScottyCee]

I think (without verification of fittings) that the one below is the modern equivalent of what mine has, but I'm planning to have the existing one rebuilt this off season...

SeaStar Front Mount Helms | West Marine

Check out our SeaStar Front Mount Helms and more from West Marine!

www.westmarine.com

 

[bFransen]

I had to bleed mine a couple times to get the play out. I wouldn't give up on a 2007 system without trying again as it's not just the hardware you're buying, you'll still have to bleed the new system.

There is a guide with pictures on thehulltruth. Give the bubbles time to rise in the capture reservoir. I think that's the trick as the little bubbles will sit suspended for a while.

 

[Doc Stressor]

This the part I used for replacement:

SeaStar Tilt Helm Classic, 1.7

I needed a couple of special fittings to connect to my autopilot pump that added to the cost.

 

[Summertop511]

This the part I used for replacement:

SeaStar Tilt Helm Classic, 1.7

I needed a couple of special fittings to connect to my autopilot pump that added to the cost.

Autopilot on a 226? Did you ever make a thread about your install?

 

[Parthery]

Boat Steering Solutions Home

Boat Steering Solutions is SeaStar factory trained & authorized to remanufacture and service hydraulic steering systems.

www.boatsteer.com

They are an authorized SeaStar outfit. Pricing is much better. You send in the old one and they will ship you a remanufactured one with a warranty.

 

[ScottyCee]

Thanks, Parthery!