Mr__Bean
24-07-2011, 10:16 PM
Hi guys,
I have Seastar hydraulic steering controlling a Yammy 225 4 stroke.
Over the years it had started to weep oil out of each end of the cylinder, nothing too bad just a bit of mess and it kept me checking the helm unit oil level before any big trips.
Well after the boat has been sitting for over 3 months without use (sad face here), I went out and give it a bit of love today. In doing so I found that a significant amount of oil had leaked out pf the cylinder and I could swing the motor by hand for about half of its steering travel.
So, onto the internet I go searching for a seals kit, $190 plus delivery through BLA (Australia) or $99 US dollars from the United States, so I am now waiting for delivery to my door from the US for $106 Australian dollars. So much for BLA prices.
Now, the point of my post, has anyone else done this? Are there any pitfalls or cautions? I spent a bit of time on hydraulics during my earlier years so am OK to do it, I am just interested in others experiences.
Darren
I have Seastar hydraulic steering controlling a Yammy 225 4 stroke.
Over the years it had started to weep oil out of each end of the cylinder, nothing too bad just a bit of mess and it kept me checking the helm unit oil level before any big trips.
Well after the boat has been sitting for over 3 months without use (sad face here), I went out and give it a bit of love today. In doing so I found that a significant amount of oil had leaked out pf the cylinder and I could swing the motor by hand for about half of its steering travel.
So, onto the internet I go searching for a seals kit, $190 plus delivery through BLA (Australia) or $99 US dollars from the United States, so I am now waiting for delivery to my door from the US for $106 Australian dollars. So much for BLA prices.
Now, the point of my post, has anyone else done this? Are there any pitfalls or cautions? I spent a bit of time on hydraulics during my earlier years so am OK to do it, I am just interested in others experiences.
Darren