Description
Genuine Pretech SteerFlex accessories, fittings and service parts for outboard hydraulic steering. Everything you need to install, extend, service or repair a SteerFlex system: stainless steel hose fittings and adaptors, bulkhead strain reliefs, seal kits for the KH helm pumps and KC cylinders, tie rods for twin outboards, and the tiller hardware that connects the cylinder to the engine. All parts are 9/16″-24 UNEF port compatible and suit the KH18 to KH40 helms and KC115, KC175 and KC350 cylinders sold by Boatgear.
Fittings & adaptors
| Boatgear code | Pretech code | Part | Specification / suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| STFEC | EC | Elbow, 90° | Stainless steel elbow for connecting hose to helms and cylinders with 9/16″-24 UNEF ports |
| STFEBD | EC (dual) | Elbow, dual station | Stainless steel elbow set for plumbing a second helm on dual-station boats, 9/16″-24 UNEF |
| STFTF | TF | Tee fitting | Stainless steel 9/16″-24 UNEF tee, all ports; joins multiple hoses (dual station / autopilot) |
| STFSAH | SAH | Male adaptor | 9/16″-24 UNEF male both sides; joins two hoses end to end |
| STFSHF | SHF | Straight ORB fitting | 1/2″-20 UNF O-ring boss x 9/16″-24 UNEF; adapts ORB ports to SteerFlex hose |
| STFRC | RC | Reusable hose fitting | Field-fit end for 5/16″ thermoplastic hose (RH hose kits); no crimping tool required |
| STFFRN | FRN | Ferrule & hose nut | Replacement 9/16″-24 UNEF ferrule and nut for reusable hose fittings |
| STFVP | VP | Vented plug | Vented filler plug, suits all Pretech KH helm pumps |
Hose & bulkhead strain relief
| Boatgear code | Pretech code | Part | Specification / suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| STSH-50 | H-XX | Hydraulic hose, per metre | 5/16″ R7 thermoplastic hose, 70 bar / 1000 psi working pressure, single synthetic braid, polyurethane cover, -40°C to +100°C |
| STFHT-SB | HT-SB | Bulkhead strain relief, plastic | Through-bulkhead fitting that supports the hose where it passes through a panel |
| STFHT-RB | HT-RB | Bulkhead strain relief, rubber | Flexible rubber boot for the cylinder end of the hose run |
Seal kits & service
| Boatgear code | Pretech code | Part | Specification / suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| STFSKH | SKH | Helm seal kit | Suits KH18, KH18M, KH20, KH22, KH25, KH33 and KH40 helm pumps |
| STFSKH-115 | SKH-115 | Cylinder seal kit | Suits KC115 front-mount outboard cylinder |
| STFSKH-175 | SKH-175 | Cylinder seal kit | Suits KC175 front-mount outboard cylinder |
| STFSKH-350 | SKH-350 | Cylinder seal kit | Suits KC350 front-mount outboard cylinder |
| STFFK | FK | Oil filling / bleeder kit | Fill tube and cap for topping up the helm while purging air from the system |
| STFHOB | KO | Hydraulic steering fluid | Pretech hydraulic steering oil for all SteerFlex helms and cylinders |
Cylinder & twin-outboard hardware
| Boatgear code | Pretech code | Part | Specification / suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| STFKCTPN-115N | KCTPN (115N/175N) | Tiller plate assembly | New-style tiller plate for KC115 and KC175 cylinders |
| STSFECS | ECS | Tiller bolt assembly (engine connector stud) | Stainless stud, nuts and washers connecting the cylinder to the engine tiller arm; suits KC115, KC175, KC350 and KC350P |
| STSFTR1 | TR1 | Tie rod assembly | Adjustable 660 to 914 mm, M12 x 1.25 ends; links twin outboards steered by one cylinder (KC115 / KC175 / KC350). Corrosion-resistant for fresh and salt water |
Not sure which part you need? Choose the Part Type first, then the Option. For complete helm, cylinder and hose kits see the SteerFlex hydraulic steering kits. Boatgear is the New Zealand distributor for Pretech and stocks the full range in Auckland for fast dealer supply.
