INTRODUCTION

SeaStar Inboard Steering Systems are engineered and manufactured for all Pleasure and Work Boat applications up to 38ft. (11.5m) with some exceptions. See the Application Guide below for specific details.

For Commercial and Work Boat applications over 38ft. (11.5m) and Pleasure Boats not included in the Application Chart below please refer to our Capilano range of Inboard Steering Systems.

 

INBOARD STEERING CYLINDERS


 

Features

  • Regular duty aluminum cylinders.
  • Heavy duty brass cylinders.
  • Easy installation for single and dual rudder vessels.
  • Cylinders supplied with bleeder fittings.
  • Two axis articulation.
  • Easy autopilot interface.

 

[Dimensions]

 

 

Four steps to select a steering system for an inboard powered boat
 
  1. From the Application Guide below select the System Number appropriate for the vessel based on:
    a) hull type - displacement or planing,
    b) length of vessel,
    c) number of rudders, and
    d) usage of vessel.
  2. From the Order Guide below select the appropriate helms and accessory hardware for each steering station.
  3. From the Order Guide select the fitting and hose kits required for the installation.
  4. Confirm that you have sufficient space available in:
    a) the area the cylinder is to be mounted, and
    b) the dash area for the steering components.

Application Guide
BOAT
LENGTH UP TO:
PLANING HULL DISPLACEMENT HULL SAIL
SINGLE ENGINE TWIN ENGINE SINGLE ENGINE TWIN ENGINE SINGLE ENGINE
Pleasure
Work
Pleasure
Work
Pleasure
Work
Pleasure
Work
Pleasure
Work

26FT (8.0M)

32FT (10.0M)

38FT (11.5M)

44FT (13.5M)

50FT (15.0M)

1

2

3

5

Ref

4

4

5

Ref

Ref

1

1

2

3

5

4

4

5

5

Ref

2

3

5

Ref

Ref

4

4

5

Ref

Ref

2

3

3

5

Ref

4

4

5

Ref

Ref

4

4

4

5

Ref

4

4

5

Ref

Ref

 

a) Displacement Hull - maximum hull speed does not normally exceed 18 knots.
    Data Sheet [PDF]

b) Planing Hull - maximum hull speed normally exceeds 18 knots.
    Data Sheet [PDF]

 


Order Guide
1

Description

Qty.
Req.
Model Part #

1

4 Turns Lock to Lock

1 Cylinder
Helm
Tube
Oil
1
1
1
3
BA125-7ATM
SeaStar I–Standard *
3/8" dia Nylon (note 1 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HC5312
HH5271
HT5___
HA5430

For Extra Steering Station Add:

Helm
Fitting Kit
Extra Tube
Oil
1
1
1
1
SeaStar I–Standard *
Add a Station
3/8" dia Nylon (note 1 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HH5271
HF5502

HA5430

 

1

Description

Qty.
Req.
Model Part #

2

5 Turns Lock to Lock

1

Cylinder
Helm
Tube
Oil

1
1
1
3
BA135-7ATM
SeaStar I–Standard *
3/8" dia Nylon (note 1 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HC5313
HH5271
HT5___
HA5430

For Extra Steering Station Add:

Helm
Fitting Kit
Extra Tube
Oil
1
1
1
1
SeaStar I–Standard *
Add a Station
3/8" dia Nylon (note 1 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HH5271
HF5502

HA5430

 

1

Description

Qty.
Req.
Model Part #

3

6 Turns Lock to Lock

1 Cylinder
Helm
Tube
Oil
1
1
1
3
BA150-7ATM
SeaStar I–Standard *
3/8" dia Nylon (note 1 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HC5314
HH5271
HT5___
HA5430

For Extra Steering Station Add:

Helm
Fitting Kit
Extra Tube
Oil
1
1
1
1
SeaStar I–Standard *
Add a Station
3/8" dia Nylon (note 1 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HH5271
HF5502

HA5430

 

1

Description

Qty.
Req.
Model Part #

4

4-1/4 Turns Lock to Lock

1 Cylinder
Helm
Copper Tube/
SeaStar Hose
Oil
1
1
1

3
BA150-7TM
SeaStar II–Standard **
3/8" dia Copper Tube (note 2 & 3) or
SeaStar Outboard Hose (note 2 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HC5318
HH5272

HO5___
HA5430

For Extra Steering Station Add:

Helm
Fitting Kit
Extra Tube
Oil
1
1
1
1
SeaStar II–Standard **
Add a Station
3/8" dia Copper (note 2 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HH5272
HF5502

HA5430

 

1

Description

Qty.
Req.
Model Part #

5

5-1/2 Turns Lock to Lock

1 Cylinder
Helm
Copper Tube/
SeaStar Hose
Oil

1
1
1

3

BA175-7TM
SeaStar II–Standard **
3/8" dia Copper Tube (note 2 & 3) or
SeaStar Outboard Hose (note 2 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HC5319
HH5272

HO5___
HA5430

For Extra Steering Station Add:

Helm
Fitting Kit
Extra Tube
Oil
1
1
1
1
SeaStar II–Standard **
Add a Station
3/8" dia Copper (note 2 & 3)
SeaStar Oil
HH5272
HF5502

HA5430

 

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Part #

 
Back Plate Kit (for use with Standard Helms)
20 Degree Wedge (for use with Standard Helms)
Autopilot Fitting Kit (for use with all Helms)
* Tilt Helm-SeaStar I
* Sport Tilt Helm-SeaStar I
* Rear Mount Helm-SeaStar I
** Tilt Helm-SeaStar II
** Sport Tilt Helm-SeaStar II
** Rear Mount Helm-SeaStar II

HA5418
HA5419
HF5502
HH5741
HH5291
HH5261
HH5742
HH5292
HH5262

 

  1. For systems 1, 2 & 3 - nylon tubing (3/8" diameter) is the standard requirement for plumbing the system. Copper tubing (3/8" diameter) can be substituted but Fitting Kit HF5507 is required.
  2. For systems 4 & 5 - copper tubing (3/8" diameter) is the standard requirement for plumbing the system. Fitting Kit HF5508 is required.
  3. For systems 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 SeaStar outboard hose can be substituted for nylon or copper tube. These hoses must be ordered in standard lengths. They cannot be cut to length.