Seachoice 28251 Steering Guard – Stainless Steel, 7/8" Thread, Cable & Hydraulic Steering
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Seachoice 28251 Steering Guard – Stainless Steel, 7/8" Thread, Cable & Hydraulic Steering
The Seachoice 28251 Steering Guard is a stainless steel protective fitting designed to install on cable and side-mount hydraulic steering systems. It lubricates, cleans, and seals the steering rod at the engine connection point — protecting the rod from corrosion, contamination, and wear that shortens the life of cable and hydraulic steering systems. The stainless steel construction provides excellent corrosion resistance in saltwater environments, and the 7/8" thread fits a wide range of popular outboard engine brands.
Key Features
- Lubricates, Cleans, and Seals — Protects the steering rod at the engine connection point from corrosion, contamination, and wear
- Stainless Steel Construction — Excellent corrosion resistance for saltwater and freshwater use
- 7/8" Thread — Fits a wide range of popular outboard engines
- Extends Steering System Life — Designed to significantly extend the service life of cable and hydraulic steering systems
- Eliminates Exposed Greasy Steering Rods — Seals the rod to keep it clean and protected
- Straightforward Installation — Designed for simple installation on existing steering systems
- Part Number: 28251 | SKU: 50-28251
Compatible Applications
- Cable steering systems on outboard-powered boats
- Side-mount hydraulic steering systems on outboard-powered boats
- Honda outboard engines with 7/8" steering rod thread
- Mercury and Mariner outboard engines with 7/8" steering rod thread
- Johnson and Evinrude outboard engines with 7/8" steering rod thread
- Nissan, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Yamaha, and Force outboard engines with 7/8" steering rod thread
- Verify your engine’s steering rod thread is 7/8" before ordering — not all outboard engines use this thread size
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: The 28251 Steering Guard is the right product when you want to protect and extend the life of your cable or side-mount hydraulic steering system — particularly on boats that operate in saltwater, where exposed steering rods corrode quickly and cause stiff, binding steering over time. The guard seals the rod at the engine connection point, keeping salt, water, and contamination away from the rod surface and the steering system internals. It’s a proactive maintenance item best installed on a new or recently serviced steering system rather than on a system that already has a corroded or worn rod — the guard protects a clean rod but won’t restore a damaged one. Confirm your engine’s steering rod thread is 7/8" before ordering, as this is the most common size but not universal across all outboard brands and models.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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If you are not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 30 days of delivery. All returns must receive pre-approval prior to being sent back. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
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Item must be in new, unused condition
Product must be in its original packaging
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