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SeaStar manufactures a highly reliable, plug n play autopilot pump that comes in 12 or 24 volt configurations and two fixed flows 60 cu. in./min and 110 cu. in./min. The autopilot pump is a reversible type set that uses an internal hydraulic gear pump. It is fairly compact (see pictures) and produces very little noise and vibration. It is primarily used as a stand alone pilot pump on boats or it can be retrofitted to a SeaStar P/A unit.

Seastar HH6345-3 Helm 2.0 Sport Plus Tilt Spline Orb Contact us: Speak with our experts today: Contact Page. No Sales Tax on Purchases outside of California Free Shipping Expert Customer Service Formerly Teleflex Marine Seastar Solutions is...

Seastar HH5779-3 PRO Front Mount 1.7 Marine Hydraulic Helm Pump SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH57793) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo race/ski and other performance...

SeaStar HH5772-3 PRO Front Mount 2.4 Marine Hydraulic Helm Pump (Replaces Obsolete HH5772) SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH57723) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo...

SeaStar HH5771-3 PRO Rear Mount 2.0 Marine Hydraulic Helm Pump SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH57713) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo race/ski and other performance...

SeaStar HH5269-3 Helm Front Mount 1.4 (Replaces HH5269) The world"s most popular hydraulic boat steering helm (HH52693) offers smooth, efficient no feedback steering for inboard and outboard applications. Applications: Most Hydraulic Steering...

SeaStar HH5218-3 PRO Front Mount 1.7 Commercial Grade Marine Hydraulic Helm Pump (Replaces Obsolete HH5218 updated ORB fittings) SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH52183) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard...

SeaStar HH6574-3 PRO Classic Tilt 2.0 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump (Replaces Obsolete HH6574) SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH65743) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo...

SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH65733) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo race/ski and other performance...

SeaStar HH6490-3 PRO Sport Plus Tilt 2.0 Boat Hydraulic Helm Pump (Replaces Obsolete HH6490) SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH64903) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo...

SeaStar HH6489-3 PRO Sport Plus Tilt 1.7 Boat Hydraulic Helm Pump (Replaces Obsolete HH6489, updated ORB fittings) SeaStar PRO outboard steering helms (HH64893) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like...

Seastar HH6190-3 PRO Sport Tilt 2.0 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump Replaces Obsolete HH6190 This part is a direct replacement for the HH5290 Seastar PRO outboard steering helms (HH61903) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single...

Seastar HH6189-3 PRO Sport Tilt 1.7 Boat Hydraulic Helm Pump (Replaces HH6189) Seastar PRO outboard steering helms (HH61893) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo race/ski and other...

Seastar HH5770-3 PRO Front Mount 2.0 Marine Hydraulic Helm Pump (Replaces Obsolete HH5770) Seastar PRO outboard steering helms (HH57703) and cylinders are suited for critical high speed, single powered outboard boats, like bass, flats, combo...

SeaStar HH6544-3 Classic Tilt 1.4 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump (Replaces HH6544 - 5 ORB Fittings Instead of 1/4" NPT) The world"s most popular hydraulic boat steering helm (HH65443) offers smooth, efficient no feedback steering for inboard and outboard...

Seastar HH6543-3 Classic Tilt 2.0 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump Replaces HH6543 - 5 ORB Fittings Instead of 1/4" NPT The world"s most popular hydraulic boat steering helm (HH65433) offers smooth, efficient no feedback steering for inboard and outboard...

SeaStar HH6542-3 Classic Tilt 2.4 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump (Replaces HH6542 - 5 ORB Fittings Instead of 1/4" NPT) The world"s most popular hydraulic boat steering helm (HH65423) offers smooth, efficient no feedback steering for inboard and...

SeaStar HH6492-3 Sport Tilt 2.4 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump (Replaces HH6492 - Updated ORB fittings) The ultimate tilt steering marine hydraulic helm pump (HH64923) Flexibility of installation makes it the perfect helm pump for many applications and...

SeaStar HH6491-3 Sport Tilt Plus 1.7 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump (Replaces HH6491 - Updated ORB fittings) The ultimate tilt steering marine hydraulic helm pump (HH64913). Flexibility of installation makes it the perfect helm pump for many...

SeaStar HH6445-3 Sport Tilt Plus 2.0 Hydraulic Boat Helm Pump (Replaces HH6445 - Updated ORB fittings) The ultimate tilt steering marine hydraulic helm pump (HH64453) Flexibility of installation makes it the perfect helm pump for many applications...

Tiller, push/pull cable, and rotary cable steering has become a rarity even on smaller boats due to the reliability and cost effectiveness of hydraulic steering. One of the main contributing factors is the helm pump. This ingenious little piece of engineering converts human input and converts it into hydraulic power seamlessly. A correctly installed hydraulic steering will provide smooth left and right movement without any lag and little to no feedback from the interference of the engines or rudder. Helm pump steering is not a new concept with boat helm pump hydraulic steering dating back to the 1970’s. As time progressed and larger outboard engines gained popularity the helm pumps for the hydraulic steering had to change to keep pace.

There are several factors that determine the size of the helm pump making it suitable for a particular vessel such as the size of the vessel, the displacement, the horsepower, and the operating speed. This might sound straight forward but a helm pump for a sterndrive vs an outboard, given the same horsepower and similar boat, might not be the same. Although it is advisable to contact the steering manufacturer for technical assistance prior to purchasing a unit it is not uncommon to find out later that it underperforms.

Seastar Solutions®, Vetus® and Uflexx® are some of the leading brands for helm pumps and boat steering components. The Seastar® brand offers helm pumps for a much wider range of vessels than that of Uflex® such as for run-abouts to yachts as well as work boats. The Dometic® group provides numerous boat steering options under the Seastar Solutions® brand. Some of the legacy hydraulic systems such as the Hynautic helm pump can be found on many older vessels that are still in operation today and thankfully parts for this brand of hydraulic steering are still available from the Dometic® company.

Although the helm pump is an important component in the hydraulic steering system it is one of the components that provides hours of reliable service requiring very little maintenance. If a helm pump should require a service helm pump seal, kits are readily available. Another component of the hydraulic steering system is the hydraulic cylinders and linkages. These components work continuously when underway and require frequent inspection and occasional maintenance. An additional factor contributing to the maintenance requirements of the hydraulic cylinders and linkages is that they are often located in a damp area with limited access, or they are out in the open in harsh marine environments. The hydraulic lines and fittings should provide years of trouble-free service provided they are protected from chafing and UV exposure. Replacement hydraulic lines are not complicated to replace with replacements available from most manufacturers. The important function when done replacing the helm pumps seals, overhauling the hydraulic cylinders or replacing a hydraulic hose is to fill and bleed the system. Filling the system with the correct type of oil as recommended by the manufacturer and removing any entrapped air is an undebatable requirement in any hydraulic steering system. Following the manufactures repair and maintenance requirements will always ensure a reliable and safe hydraulic steering system.