Steering Hose

[PaulH / Emily S]

Hi All - The Sea Star hose on my hydraulic steering is looking tired. Is their a premium hose I could use, possibly in a stainless jacket that would be a suitable replacement ??

Whenever I look at the hose near the transom, I see trouble merely a bluefish or shark bite away. Looking for the best ...

Any ideas, thanks !!

 

[evinrudejim]

Aeroquip hose and fittings. You will prob. have to go to a specialty "hot rod" shop to get these. They can fabricate anything.

 

[evinrudejim]

Actually, reread your post. You would be best served by stepping up to the plate and getting the Teleflex/Seastar KEVLAR lines. Spendy, but THE BEST-in terms of toughness and longevity.

 

[PaulH / Emily S]

Thanks Baha, I'll be looking into both.

Looking back, I think the SeaStar lines I have are original making them a remarkable 12 years old. The last 6 seasons have seen pretty heavy, year round service, with exposure to the elements.

Kevlar maybe, SS braid might be trick.

I'll report my progress, thanks .

 

[Hugs Tug]

You might want to try Moreland hose.
They used to be located in Hempstead on Peninsule Blvd.
They have the stock in house to make whatever you wish.
Tom

 

[Hugs Tug]

You might want to try Moreland hose.
They used to be located in Hempstead on Peninsule Blvd.
They have the stock in house to make whatever you wish.
Tom

 

[PaulH / Emily S]

Thnaks Hugs, I'll keep them in mind.

This project has no urgency so I'm dragging my feet a bit. plus I'm in the water and still fishing, weather permitting.....

 

[captbone]

Moreland hose in Sayville on Sunrise hwy can make you what you want and the owner is a huge boating fan.

Just my 2 cents.