Dometic Side Mount Hydraulic Steering Ordering Guide for Outboard Engines

The Dometic SeaStar side mount series is an alternative to front mount cylinders.  These cylinders are unbalanced with 4.8/5.7 turns lock to lock (1.7 helm).  They are suitable for installation in shallow splashwells.

Applications
• All engines with threaded tilt (steering) tubes complying with ABYC P17/ABYC P21/NMEA/BIA standards for mechanical steering.
• Cylinder attaches to the engine tilt tube as per ABYC/NMEA/BIA standard.
• Single and multiple outboard engine installations.
• Total power to 600HP in twin counter rotating application.
• Typical applications include center console fishboats and cruisers.
• Ease of installation.

How to select a side mount outboard steering system
1. From the order guide on page 3-27 select the system configuration based on:
 a) the number of engines, and
 b) the total power of engine(s) to be installed.
2. From the order guide select the cylinder(s) & tie bar kits required.
3. From the order guide select the appropriate helms and accessory hardware for each steering station.
4. From the order guide select the fitting and hose kits required for the installation.
5. Confirm that there is sufficient space available in the splashwell and dash areas for the steering components.
3.7 SeaStar side mount series Part # HC5370-3

NOTICE! For Outboard engine use only.

WARNING! Not for use with SeaStar PRO helm pumps.

NOTICE! Not recommended for use in installations where;
a) chopper, cleaver, or surface piercing propellers are used,
b) the engine is highly elevated on the transom,
c) engine trim tabs have been removed,
d) the boat speed exceeds 75mph (120km/h), or
e) the power exceeds maximum Coast Guard or M.O.T. recommendations for the boat.

Engine / Cylinder Configuration Description Qty Model  Sku #

Single Engine / Single Cylinder

Applications up to 300 HP max.
Number of turns 4.8/5.7

Cylinder
Helm
Hose kit
Steering fluid
1
1
1
3
Side mount
SeaStar*
Outboard hose
SeaStar fluid (qt)
HC5370-3
HH5271-3
HO51XX
HA5430
For extra steering stations add:
Helm
Fitting kit
Hose kit
Steering fluid
1
1
1
1
SeaStar*
Add a station
Outboard hose
SeaStar fluid (qt)
HH5271-3
HF6007
HO51XX
HA5430

Dual Engine / Single Cylinder
- Non-counter-rotating applications up to 300 HP max;
- Counter-rotating applications up to 600 HP max;

Number of turns 4.8/5.7

Cylinder
Tie bar kit
Helm
Hose kit
Steering fluid
1
1
1
1
3
Side mount
Tie bar only
SeaStar*
Outboard hose
SeaStar fluid (qt)
HC5370-3
HO5009
HH5271-3
HO51XX
HA5430
For extra steering stations add:
Helm
Fitting kit
Hose kit
Steering fluid
1
1
1
1
SeaStar*
Add a station
Outboard hose
SeaStar fluid (qt)
HH5271-3
HF6007
HO51XX
HA5430

Dual Engine / Dual Cylinder
- Non-counter-rotating applications up to 600 HP max;
- All counter-rotating applications;

Number of turns 7.5

Cylinder
Tie bar kit
Helm
Hose kit
Hose kit
Hose kit
Fitting kit
Steering fluid
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
Side mount
Tie bar only
SeaStar*
Outboard hose
Outboard hose
Outboard hose
Tee fittings
SeaStar fluid (qt)
HC5370-3
HO5009
HH5271-3
HO51XX
HO51XX
HO51XX
HF5530
HA5430
For extra steering stations add:
Helm
Fitting kit
Hose kit
Steering fluid
1
1
1
1
SeaStar*
Add a station
Outboard hose
SeaStar fluid (qt)
HH5272-3
HF6007
HO51XX
HA5430
Optional Equipment Back Plate Kit
20° wedge
Autopilot Fitting Kit:
- Tilt Helm-SeaStar 1.7
- Rear Mount Helm - SeaStar 1.7
- Tilt Helm - SeaStar 2.4
- Rear Mount Helm - SeaStar 2.4
Power Assist Steering
  For standard helms
For standard helms
For all helms





HA5418
HA5419
HF6007
HH6541-3
HH5261-3
HH6542-3
HH5262-3
PA1200-1

 

NOTES:
- These recommendations apply to factory stock outboards only. Modified installations may require a higher capacity steering system. If in doubt, contact Dometic technical service for assistance.
- Cylinder volume / helm displacement = # of turns.
- For dual engines, use Dometic or engine manufacturer's tie bar.

For all Dometic outboard systems use following options A or B:
A: Outboard hose - order standard lengths (cannot be cut to length). Sku # HO51XX  or HO57XX, where last two digits (XX) represents length in feet.
B: Copper tube - 3/8-inch diameter copper tube and hose kit # HF5508

WARNING Do not use Dometic Seastar PRO helms with the unbalanced side mount cylinder. Doing so may cause the steering wheel to lock up, leading to possible loss of steering which can cause property damage and/or personal injury.

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