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    john
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    I have a job that the owner of a older 38 Bertram wants the lower steering lines/hoses replaced. Its a capilano steering system. I guess now its seastar solutions. There specs say copper or 1000 psi equivalent hydraulic hose. Copper is going to be tough as its a old boat and ots just not that easy to run the lines with bends. Looking for ideas on the hydraulic hose to use. Stainless jic in some areas like the rudder most likely. Very pricey though. Thank you in advance.

    John

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    Tony Athens
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    Vessel Name: Local Banks
    Engines: QSB 6.7 550 HP
    Location: Oxnard, CA
    Country: USA

    IMO, it’s for outboard engines in very light duty service….Zero heat or chafe resistance. You want a synthetic textile braided hose rated for at least 1000 PSI WP if hose makes up the main runs..

    Tony

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    donald roth
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    Vessel Name: Paumalu
    Engines: Cummins 6BT 180 hp
    Location: where the fish are!
    Country: United States

    Thanks, Tony
    What’s your take on the hard nylon tubing?
    As I mentioned above, I’ve been using it for a while with no problems, is there something I should know?
    Thanks

    #28468

    Tony Athens
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    Vessel Name: Local Banks
    Engines: QSB 6.7 550 HP
    Location: Oxnard, CA
    Country: USA

    Steering hose

    This is what your want & all we use in 90%+ of all applications:

    http://ph.parker.com/us/17573/en/marine-steering-fast-response-hose-msh

    Parker Marine steering hose.. Use the 3/8″ size ( MSH6) and SAE #6 flare fitting for all..

    Tony

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    donald roth
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    Vessel Name: Paumalu
    Engines: Cummins 6BT 180 hp
    Location: where the fish are!
    Country: United States

    I’ve used hard nylon line without problems.
    It’s fairly stiff,especially in larger sizes, but still easier to run than copper, and it doesn’t corrode.
    While you’re at it, drain the entire system and flush it with some clean diesel before refilling.
    I think there’s a helpful article here in Tony’s Tips.

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