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UFLEX Tilt Steering Cross-Reference

Discontinued UFLEX tilt helm pump or steering system? Use our UFLEX tilt part number cross-reference to find the current replacement.

4 min read Updated Sep 2026
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How to Choose and Replace a Boat Steering Wheel

How to Choose and Replace a Boat Steering Wheel

Picking a boat steering wheel comes down to three things: the right size for your helm and steering type, a spoke style and material that holds up ...

Aug 5, 2026
How to Size Boat Oars: A Length and Fit Guide

How to Size Boat Oars: A Length and Fit Guide

To size boat oars, measure the space between your oarlock sockets, divide by two, and add two inches. That gives you the "loom" length, the part of...

Jul 20, 2026
SeaStar vs Uflex Hydraulic Steering: Which One Belongs on Your Boat?

SeaStar vs Uflex Hydraulic Steering: Which One Belongs on Your Boat?

Putting a new engine on the back, moving up from cable steering, or swapping out a worn helm? Two names keep coming up: SeaStar and Uflex. Both mak...

Jun 29, 2026

Boat Steering Maintenance & Replacement: Cables, Helms & Hydraulic Components

When your boat’s steering system starts to wear out, the warning signs are easy to ignore: a little stiffness in the wheel, a bit of extra play, ma...

Mar 11, 2026
Outboard Hydraulic Steering Systems: When to Upgrade and What to Consider

Outboard Hydraulic Steering Systems: When to Upgrade and What to Consider

Let's be honest, most boaters don't think about their steering system until it starts fighting back.You're running at full throttle, and the wheel ...

Mar 9, 2026
Boat Steering Systems Explained: Hydraulic vs Mechanical Steering

Boat Steering Systems Explained: Hydraulic vs Mechanical Steering

Whether you use your boat on weekends, go fishing offshore, or have been dealing with a stiff steering wheel all season, knowing how your boat's st...

Feb 27, 2026
Bennett vs. Lenco Trim Tabs: Hydraulic or Electric?

Bennett vs. Lenco Trim Tabs: Hydraulic or Electric?

Quick Verdict: If you want ease of installation and fast response, choose Lenco Electric Tabs (no fluid, plug-and-play). If you prioritize absolute...

Dec 8, 2025
The Helm Makeover: Upgrading Seats, Pedestals, and Steering Wheels

The Helm Makeover: Upgrading Seats, Pedestals, and Steering Wheels

You spend 90% of your time at the helm. Why settle for a cracked vinyl seat or a sticky plastic steering wheel?Refreshing the helm station is one o...

Nov 26, 2025
Fighting the Wheel? When (and How) to Upgrade to Hydraulic Steering

Fighting the Wheel? When (and How) to Upgrade to Hydraulic Steering

If you have to white-knuckle the steering wheel just to make a simple turn, or if your boat pulls hard to starboard every time you let go of the wh...

Nov 25, 2025

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UFLEX Tilt Steering Cross-Reference

Discontinued UFLEX tilt helm pump or steering system? Use our UFLEX tilt part number cross-reference to find the current replacement.

How to Choose and Replace a Boat Steering Wheel

How to Choose and Replace a Boat Steering Wheel

Picking a boat steering wheel comes down to three things: the right size for your helm and steering type, a spoke style and material that holds up ...
How to Size Boat Oars: A Length and Fit Guide

How to Size Boat Oars: A Length and Fit Guide

To size boat oars, measure the space between your oarlock sockets, divide by two, and add two inches. That gives you the "loom" length, the part of...
Technician preparing a marine hydraulic steering system installation by connecting hydraulic hoses and steering components on a recreational boat at a marina

SeaStar vs Uflex Hydraulic Steering: Which One Belongs on Your Boat?

Putting a new engine on the back, moving up from cable steering, or swapping out a worn helm? Two names keep coming up: SeaStar and Uflex. Both mak...

Boat Steering Maintenance & Replacement: Cables, Helms & Hydraulic Components

When your boat’s steering system starts to wear out, the warning signs are easy to ignore: a little stiffness in the wheel, a bit of extra play, ma...
hydraulic steering kit component laid out for installation;includes black hydraulic cylinder, helm pump, hoses,steering fluid, brass fittings, & installation guide.

Outboard Hydraulic Steering Systems: When to Upgrade and What to Consider

Let's be honest, most boaters don't think about their steering system until it starts fighting back. You're running at full throttle, and the wheel...
marine steering infographic showing mechanical cable steering parts versus hydraulic helm and cylinder components

Boat Steering Systems Explained: Hydraulic vs Mechanical Steering

Whether you use your boat on weekends, go fishing offshore, or have been dealing with a stiff steering wheel all season, knowing how your boat's st...
Bennett vs. Lenco Trim Tabs: Hydraulic or Electric?

Bennett vs. Lenco Trim Tabs: Hydraulic or Electric?

Quick Verdict: If you want ease of installation and fast response, choose Lenco Electric Tabs (no fluid, plug-and-play). If you prioritize absolut...
The Helm Makeover: Upgrading Seats, Pedestals, and Steering Wheels

The Helm Makeover: Upgrading Seats, Pedestals, and Steering Wheels

You spend 90% of your time at the helm. Why settle for a cracked vinyl seat or a sticky plastic steering wheel? Refreshing the helm station is one ...
Fighting the Wheel? When (and How) to Upgrade to Hydraulic Steering

Fighting the Wheel? When (and How) to Upgrade to Hydraulic Steering

If you have to white-knuckle the steering wheel just to make a simple turn, or if your boat pulls hard to starboard every time you let go of the wh...