If you have gone to reorder a UFLEX tilt helm pump, complete hydraulic tilt system, or tilt mechanism and found the part discontinued, you are not alone. UFLEX USA has refreshed a large portion of its tilt steering line, retiring older part numbers and replacing them with updated, functionally equivalent units. This guide walks you through what changed and gives you a plain-English cross-reference so you can find the correct current replacement the first time. Shop the full UFLEX collection, browse complete hydraulic steering systems, or jump to individual hydraulic helm pumps at Go2Marine.
What changed in the UFLEX tilt steering line
The update centers on three groups of products:
- Complete outboard hydraulic tilt systems — HYCO, HYTECH, PROTECH, and SilverSteer tilt kits.
- Tilt helm pumps — the UP-series (UP20T through UP45T), including standard and SVS (1500 PSI) versions, both helm-only and helm-with-tilt-mechanism packages.
- Tilt mechanisms — the standalone X-series brackets (X52, X66, X70 SVS) that mount and tilt the helm.
The biggest thing to know: UFLEX updated the tilt mechanisms, so any system or helm that used to ship with an older mechanism now ships with the new one. In practice that means the suffix on packaged part numbers moved up:
- X52 → X82 (standard tilt mechanism)
- X66 → X88 (tilt mechanism for power steering)
- X70 SVS → X83-SVS (tilt mechanism for SilverSteer / SVS helms)
So, for example, a helm that was UP25T-X52 is now UP25T-X82, and a UP33T-SVS-X70 is now UP33T-SVS-X83. The core helm displacement (1.2, 1.5, 1.7, 2.0, 2.4, 2.7 cu in.) is unchanged — only the tilt mechanism was updated.
UFLEX tilt steering cross-reference table
Find your discontinued part number in the left column and order the current replacement on the right.
| Discontinued Part | Current Replacement | Description |
|---|---|---|
| SILVERSTEER 1TB | SILVERSTEER 1.1T | 1500 PSI hi-perf outboard tilt system V1 |
| SILVERSTEER 2TB | SILVERSTEER 2.1T | 1500 PSI hi-perf outboard tilt system V2 |
| UH32-T-X66 | UH32-T-X88 | MD 32cc tilt helm w/ power-steering mechanism |
| UH40-T-X66 | UH40-T-X88 | MD 40cc tilt helm w/ power-steering mechanism |
| UHD32-T-X66 | UHD32-T-X88 | MD 2nd station 32cc tilt helm |
| UHD40-T-X66 | UHD40-T-X88 | MD 2nd station 40cc tilt helm |
| UP20T-X52 | UP20T-X82 | 1.2 cu in. tilt helm w/ tilt mechanism |
| UP25T-X52 | UP25T-X82 | 1.5 cu in. tilt helm w/ tilt mechanism |
| UP25T-SVS-X70 | UP25T-SVS-X83 | 1.5 cu in. SVS (1500 PSI) tilt helm w/ mechanism |
| UP28T-X52 | UP28T-X82 | 1.7 cu in. tilt helm w/ tilt mechanism |
| UP33T-X52 | UP33T-X82 | 2.0 cu in. tilt helm w/ tilt mechanism |
| UP33T-SVS-X70 | UP33T-SVS-X83 | 2.0 cu in. SVS (1500 PSI) tilt helm w/ mechanism |
| UP39T-X52 | UP39T-X82 | 2.4 cu in. tilt helm w/ tilt mechanism |
| UP39T-SVS-X70 | UP39T-SVS-X83 | 2.4 cu in. SVS (1500 PSI) tilt helm w/ mechanism |
| UP45T-X52 | UP45T-X82 | 2.7 cu in. tilt helm w/ tilt mechanism |
| X52 | X82 | Tilt mechanism w/ mounting hardware |
| X66 | X88 | Tilt mechanism for power steering |
| X70 SVS | X83-SVS | Tilt mechanism for SilverSteer / SVS helms |
Helm-only pumps being retired
A handful of helm-only tilt pumps — sold without a tilt mechanism — are being phased out. If you are replacing one of these, we recommend moving to the equivalent updated helm-plus-mechanism package (for example, a UP25T-X82) or contacting us so we can match your steering cylinder and hose setup:
- UP20T — 1.2 cu in. tilt helm pump (helm only)
- UP25T / UP25T-SVS — 1.5 cu in. tilt helm pump
- UP28T — 1.7 cu in. tilt helm pump
- UP33T / UP33T-SVS — 2.0 cu in. tilt helm pump
- UP45T — 2.7 cu in. tilt helm pump
- SilverSteerXP1 / XP1T / XP2 / XP2T — high-performance UC130 systems
How to choose the right UFLEX tilt helm
If you are unsure which helm or system fits your boat, match on these three points:
- Displacement (cu in.) — determines the number of turns lock-to-lock for your cylinder. Keep the same displacement as your old helm unless you are re-engineering the system.
- Standard vs. SVS — SVS helms are rated to 1500 PSI for high-performance and larger outboards. Match SVS to SVS.
- Tilt mechanism — standard (X82), power steering (X88), or SilverSteer/SVS (X83-SVS).
Need help finding your part?
If you can't find your discontinued UFLEX part number above, or you want us to confirm the correct replacement for your engine and cylinder, contact our team with your old part number, horsepower, and current cylinder details and we'll match the right unit for you.
Related reading
- SeaStar vs. UFLEX Hydraulic Steering: How to Choose
- Outboard Hydraulic Steering Systems: Upgrade Guide
Frequently asked questions
What replaced the UFLEX X52 tilt mechanism?
The UFLEX X52 standard tilt mechanism has been replaced by the X82. It uses the same mounting pattern and fits the same UP-series tilt helm pumps, so a helm that was sold as UP25T-X52 is now UP25T-X82.
What is the difference between the X52, X66, and X70 tilt mechanisms?
They are three versions of the UFLEX tilt bracket. The X52 (now X82) is the standard tilt mechanism, the X66 (now X88) is built for power-steering / MasterDrive helms, and the X70 SVS (now X83-SVS) is for SilverSteer 1500 PSI SVS helms. Match the mechanism type to your helm type.
Is the new UFLEX tilt helm compatible with my old cylinder and hoses?
Yes. The updated UP-series tilt helms keep the same displacement and fittings as the parts they replace, so they work with your existing UFLEX cylinder, hose kit, and hydraulic fluid. If you are unsure, send us your cylinder model and we'll confirm the match.
How do I choose the right UFLEX tilt helm displacement?
Displacement (measured in cubic inches per revolution) sets your turns lock-to-lock for a given cylinder. Keep the same displacement as your old helm — 1.2, 1.5, 1.7, 2.0, 2.4, or 2.7 cu in. — unless you are redesigning the whole system.
What does SVS mean on a UFLEX helm pump?
SVS refers to UFLEX's SilverSteer high-performance line, rated to 1500 PSI for larger and higher-torque outboards. SVS helms must be paired with SVS cylinders and the X83-SVS tilt mechanism.
