Seastar helm replace or rebuild

[Mostar16]

My 81 CHB 34 needs attention given to the upper helm. 20+ turns lock to lock just doesn't seem safe.

Is this something a rebuild kit would fix, or do I need to replace the helm unit?

If I can put in a rebuild kit, how do I find the right one, as I cannot find a model number - just the Seastar I tag on it. I attached photos of the backside if that helps.

maurice

 

[Comodave]

Welcome aboard. You might contact boatsteer.com and ask their advice.

 

[rochepoint]

At 20+ turns lock to lock have you checked that it is full of fluid and not pumping air.......

 

[Mostar16]

Yes, system is full of fluid and bled.

 

[Keysdisease]

If it's original equipment it's 40+ years old. While that helm may be repairable, perhaps its time for a new one.
The current crop of Sea Star helms are available in several volumes, that depending on the diameter of your steering cylinder will give you options for turns L to L. Consider that these are manual hydraulic systems, and that the fewer turns the more effort to turn the wheel, so choose wisely.
A new helm will play nicely with your lower station, no worries

 

[Osprey69]

As far as I can tell from the pics it is a hydraulic pump. Take it out and have it rebuilt. If they cannot they will tell you.