{"product_id":"front-mount-hydraulic-steering-cylinder-seal-kit-for-seastar-hc5345-hs5157","title":"Front Mount Hydraulic Steering Cylinder Seal Kit for SeaStar HC5345 HS5157","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Mount Hydraulic Steering Cylinder Seal Kit for SeaStar HC5345 HS5157\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis front mount hydraulic steering cylinder seal kit services SeaStar HC5345 and HS5157 cylinders, replacing worn seals to stop leaks and restore firm, responsive steering on boats fitted with these units.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hydraulic steering cylinder seal kit is a rebuild set for the front mount SeaStar HC5345 and HS5157 cylinders. It renews the internal seals that hold hydraulic pressure and keep fluid from bypassing, so steering stays tight and predictable. It is intended for boat owners and mechanics servicing SeaStar hydraulic steering systems at home or in the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal set sized for the SeaStar HC5345 and HS5157 cylinder bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResistant to hydraulic steering fluid and marine moisture exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents fluid leaks and loss of steering pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores firm, responsive helm feel after seal wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit includes the seals needed for a cylinder rebuild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor SeaStar HC5345 front mount hydraulic steering cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor SeaStar HS5157 front mount hydraulic steering cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor boats equipped with SeaStar front mount hydraulic steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebuilding a leaking hydraulic steering cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine maintenance on marine hydraulic steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing steering on outboard and sterndrive boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShop and dock-side service for SeaStar steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHC5345, HS5157\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic Steering Cylinder Seal Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I know if my cylinder needs a seal kit? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common signs are fluid weeping around the cylinder, a spongy or drifting helm, and loss of steering pressure. If you see any of these on a SeaStar HC5345 or HS5157, a seal kit is the usual fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is any special tooling required for the rebuild? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic hand tools and a clean work area are typically enough, but take care with seal orientation and avoid nicking the new seals. Bleeding the system after reassembly restores full steering response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50556976595030,"sku":"ZZ3P01297","price":37.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_5bf9ce69-3489-4ada-8176-eb155bc7ab8e.jpg?v=1790960308","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/front-mount-hydraulic-steering-cylinder-seal-kit-for-seastar-hc5345-hs5157","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}