Installing Vevor Hydraulic Steering Kit in a Outboard Boat - DIY Guide
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- Join us for an exciting DIY adventure as we upgrade our 1994 Bayliner bowrider boat with the Vevor Hydraulic Steering Kit! In this step-by-step video guide, we'll take you through the process of installing this high-quality hydraulic steering system, transforming the handling and maneuverability of our beloved boat.
From unpacking the components to mounting the helm pump and connecting the hydraulic lines, we'll provide detailed instructions and expert tips to ensure a smooth and successful installation. Witness the transformation as we enhance the responsiveness and precision of our boat's steering, making every outing on the water safer and more enjoyable.
Whether you're a seasoned boating enthusiast or a DIY enthusiast looking to tackle your next project, this video offers valuable insights and inspiration for upgrading your boat with hydraulic steering. Follow along as we navigate through the installation process, troubleshooting any challenges along the way to ensure a professional-quality result.
Don't miss out on this exciting DIY adventure - join us as we take our boating experience to the next level with the Vevor Hydraulic Steering Kit in our 1994 Bayliner bowrider boat!
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Video Link for how to bleed the hydraulic steering system:
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I got one of them hydraulic 150hp steering last year for a Honda 200hp motor it's been great so far ... You will see on the steering rack it's rated to 300hp the hem is rated 150hp bleeding takes a long time if you go by the directions , quick and easy way is to put two bleed hose on each end of the rack going into a clear recovery bottle so you can see the air coming out and oil , then fill up the hem spinning the wheel at the same time in both directions until no air comes out of the rack then tighten the bleeding ends ,, steering should be working , also I just used auto trans oil witch is hydraulic fluid anyway and cheaper and can buy from anywhere.. hope my bleeding tip is understandable
Hey @robokiss7822, thanks for the tip. It's great tonhear that your system is still working after a year. I agree about what fluid you used! I just installed the same unit onto my buddies pontoon boat with a 90hp merc. He's happy with it as well. We did what you said in the bleeding process. It's easier when theres 2 ppl doing it! Lol. Also, thanks for watching and leaving a comment.
That backing plate is cadmium plated steel.
I like how you swapped the bleeder on the one side, it makes for better hose alignment.
I think I’m going to put the 150 kit on my new G3 1860 w/90 hp.
Cadmium, does it rust? I just kind of wanted to see SS for that backing plate.
I like to try to set thingings up so that they last as long as they can. I go by "Plan and plan again, then execute." I've seen ppl try and rotate the T peace and then snap it right at the threads! I just wanted to show that you could swap the connection without damaging anything.
Just double-check the tilt tube inner diameter of your motor and that it will work with the kit you want. From what I remember there was 3 kids, a small medium and large. I thought mine was gonna be the small kit. But after reviewing the Inner diameter of the tilt tube, it ended up being the medium kit, which is the one that I got, so just pay attention to that.
Thanks again for watching the video and leaving a comment and your questions.
You make it look easy!! Thanks for sharing. What is you thoughts about the Vevor Steering system?
Hey, I'll be releasing a video of my thoughts. stay tuned for that one.
Just bought this kit for my boat. You said you would leave a link to the video you watched for bleeding the system and I don't see that in the description anywhere. It looks pretty straight forward but, could you provide the link to that video please?
Hey @thevoluteerfisherman8575, Thanks for the reminder. Here's a link to the video I watched:
ua-cam.com/video/CwolF1vIXGA/v-deo.html
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.
Thanks for sharing! Curious to get your impressions on the system in the water. Any issues? Satisfied with the quality and operation?
Hey @mra4107 thanks for dropping by and leaving you question. We're in the middle of filming the video of our thoughts. But I can say that as of right I'm really happy with this product and it is performing how it's advertised. Definitely making boating through the marina and rivers and anywhere that you have to constantly turn the wheel much easier. Our cable system was really bad, so we had to fight to turn the boat. No issues as of yet, which is great,
I'll get into a more in-depth review and my thoughts on this product. Stay tuned for the next video.
Thinking of buying this kit. There is great significant price between the Vevor brand and seastar. Just wonder8ng about the quality and performance. I have a 175hp Suzuki.. please let 7s know about the performance and any leaks!!!
Hey @cesarguzman5713 I did a follow up video with my thoughts on this steering system.
ua-cam.com/video/5qoTWc9VlkQ/v-deo.html
Check it out....
I am in the process of installing a similar system - it looks exactly the same as yours and may be a re-branded OEM. My question is about setting the steering wheel - how do you adjust the steering wheel so that it is correctly oriented with the engine? e.g., when travelling straight ahead, the wheel should be oriented where the spokes are basically at about 9, 3 and 6 - mine are a bit off. any help would be appreciated.
Thanks for your question @GeneFleming-c8x. There are so many "rebranded" systems, but for the most part they are based on the idea. Note: you might need 2 people for this.
So to recenter your wheel, what I was told was to:
- First center the motor, take note on which way and how much your wheel is off.
- Turn the wheel the opposite way of the off set until you can not turn the wheel anymore.
- Open the bleeder screw for the side that you turned your wheel towards.
- Turn the wheel of the amount of the off set.
- Close the bleeder screw.
E.g... If the wheel if a quarter turn to the left off, them turn the wheel to the right all the way. open the bleeder screw and turn the wheel to the right a quarter turn. close the bleeder screw.
That is what I did and for the most part it worked. But the wheel doesn't center all the time when I driving. My OCD starts going crazy as my wheel isn't straight. So I think I am going to buy one of those boating wheels that has no reference to being straight! You see them more on sail, and large fishing boats. They have something like 6 spokes!
I am not sure if there is a way to have the wheel straight. This is the best solution that I have. If you do find a better solution, please let me know.
Stay safe out there.
@@416Expedition Thank you for the information, I will give it a try and report back. Just to clarify....in your example where the wheel is a quarter turn to the left off. You turn the wheel all the way to the right then open the bleeder. Do you continue turning the wheel to the right an additional quarter turn with the bleeder open (and not turn the wheel back to the left with the bleeder open)?
I know what you mean about the OCD thing, makes me crazy.
So you can't just unscrew the steering wheel lift it up and install it so that it's centered? Is just a little off when the splines align on the steering shaft?
How much time did it take to swap out the steering system?
Hey @NuthaRedneck , Thank you for your question and for watching the video. It took me about 4 hrs! The hardest part of the whole thing was removing the old steering cable system. There wasn't enough space between the motor and the haul to remove the main Stainless Steele rode that goes into the tilt tube. So I had to make a choice either remove the motor or cut the rod!
I did a steering swap for my friend pontoon boat. That went so much quicker, 2 hours.
So I've noticed that some reviews that are bad are from people that used Teflon tape to seal the threads. I don't think with hydraulic systems Teflon should be used with the size orifices in the helm and pump. If any Teflon gets in there it will cause issues. Just curious if you've had any issues since you've installed the system?
Hey @mychaelmitchell4632, thanks for the question. I have not had any issues so fare with the joints or the system. No leaks. When I spoke to the hydraulic guys, they said that it shouldn't hurt it. So that's why I went with it. There's also a rubber "O" ring that seals the joints. I just wanted the tape there to keep water from getting into the threads.
Is the seastar fluid not capable of working with vevor
From what I have gathered it seams so, but I couldn't justify spending $100 CAD a quart. The price had me turning away very quickly so I didn't do to much research on this product.
@@416Expedition that's crazy expensive. It's about 30/qt US
@@mychaelmitchell4632 That's like $40/qt CAD, if is was like that, then I good with that! We're getting shafted up here!!!!😢😢
I'm assuming you used ATF fluid?
Lol did you figure that out by the colour?
Are you able to shorten the hoses?
Hey @clarkmiles9233. Yes you are able to shorten the hose to the size you need. This kit cam with 20ft hoses and I didn't need the full length. The hose only hold the hydraulic fluid, the pump is what pushes the fluid to the "ram", the "ram" is what pushes the motor left or right. What I did before cutting the lines was I turned turn the motor all the way to the right as this would extend the lines giving me the full length of line that I need to know, then adding some extra line so that I can pull the pump out from the dash so that I have length to service the system.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@416Expedition awesome. Ordered the 300HP kit and it was cheaper to get 20ft hoses than 14ft hoses. Going on my 278 DC stratos with a 150hp. Hoping it works out.
@@clarkmiles9233 dang!! let me know how it goes. Hope it works out too.
@@clarkmiles9233i think I’m ordering the same kit on ebay and was looking for this exact info!
@@luisgaldamez8686 I love mine. Works great