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  1. 06-28-2017, 02:28 PM #1
    Fiberdude
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    Replace Hydrallic Steering

    I have a 2008 Z520 (mercury 250) with SeaStar hydrallic steering (HC 5345). After the last 9 years, it is too worn for my comfort and will be replaced.

    Any suggestions on a replacement model or uprade???

    Thanks!!

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    #2 06-28-2017, 04:41 PM
    I just bought a Uflex from Don and Rhonda Weed at European Marine. I ordered the cylinder on Monday afternoon and it got here today. Fast shipping and great customer service!! My seastar had play in it as well and I can't afford to risk it as I have clients to keep safe.
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    #3 06-28-2017, 06:05 PM
    U-flex all the way!! Don installed mine 2 years ago and to this day it is as tight as day 1. Don told me when I got mine they were very ROBUST. Believe me they are!!
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    #4 06-28-2017, 09:43 PM
    For someone who has done it, what was the approximate cost to switch from Seastar to Uflex? Helm and cylinder.
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    #5 06-29-2017, 06:09 AM
    Most guys just go from a SeaStar cylinder to a Uflex cylinder, and use the same helm unit.


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    #6 06-29-2017, 09:04 PM
    Yes that's what I did, used same helm and hoses
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    #7 06-30-2017, 10:12 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Talon man View Post
    Yes that's what I did, used same helm and hoses
    How much hydraulic fluid did you have to use to re-fill/bleed your new cylinder?
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