SeaStar BayStar Hydraulic Helm

SeaStar BayStar Hydraulic Helm

BayStar super low friction hydraulic helm for smooth, comfortable steering.

BayStar hydraulic steering is brought to you by the manufacturers of SeaStar, the most trusted name in pleasure boat steering. BayStar allows you to install all of the safety, reliability and comfort of hydraulic steering onto your boats rated to a MAXIMUM of 150 HP (total). Combine this with a superior design rigid ISO quality control and the finest materials and precision manufacturing—BayStar continues the tradition bringing comfort and safety to boating.

BayStar Hydraulic Helm Mounting Instructions

• Determine desired mounting position. Note: Ensure the steering wheel will not interfere with other function equipment. Check for adequate space behind the dash for fitting and line connection.
• Tape the mounting template (found in the downloadable product manual linked below) to the dash and use a center punch to mark the locations of the hole.
• Drill the 3" diameter center hole and the four 5/16" diameter mounting holes as shown on the template.
• It is recommended that the fittings being used in the rear of the helm pump are installed prior to the helm being mounted to the dash.
• Ensuring that the fill port is in the upper position, install the four washers and four nuts onto the mounting studs of the helm pump. Torque nuts to 15 ft. lb.
• Lightly grease taper of the helm shaft and mount steering wheel to helm.

Information from the BayStar Hydraulic Steering Systems Owners Manual

Click to Download BayStar Hydraulic Helm Owners Manual/Installation Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SeaStar BayStar Hydraulic Helm used for?

The SeaStar BayStar Hydraulic Helm is a super low-friction hydraulic helm designed for smooth, comfortable steering. BayStar hydraulic steering brings hydraulic steering to boats rated for a maximum of 150 HP total, providing a hydraulic steering option for compatible pleasure boats.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for BayStar hydraulic steering?

BayStar hydraulic steering is designed for boats rated to a maximum of 150 HP total. Before installation, verify that your boat and steering system fall within this stated horsepower rating.

How much space is needed behind the dash for the BayStar Hydraulic Helm?

Before mounting the BayStar Hydraulic Helm, check that there is adequate space behind the dash for the fittings and line connection. The steering wheel should also have enough clearance so it does not interfere with other equipment or functions.

What size holes are required to mount the SeaStar BayStar Hydraulic Helm?

The BayStar Hydraulic Helm mounting instructions call for a 3-inch diameter center hole and four 5/16-inch diameter mounting holes. Use the mounting template from the product manual to mark the hole locations before drilling.

What should be done before mounting the BayStar Hydraulic Helm to the dash?

The instructions recommend installing the fittings used at the rear of the helm pump before mounting the helm to the dash. The fill port should be positioned at the top when installing the helm, and the four mounting nuts should be torqued to 15 ft. lb.

How is the steering wheel installed on the BayStar Hydraulic Helm?

After mounting the helm, lightly grease the taper of the helm shaft and then mount the steering wheel to the helm. Follow the BayStar Hydraulic Steering Systems Owners Manual for the complete installation procedure and mounting requirements.

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