{"product_id":"front-mount-helm-216-up20fm","title":"Uflex UP20FM Front Mount Hydraulic Steering Helm – SeaStar Compatible, 3\/4\" Aluminum Shaft","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUflex UP20FM Front Mount Hydraulic Steering Helm – SeaStar Compatible, 3\/4\" Aluminum Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Uflex UP20FM is the entry-level front-mount hydraulic steering helm in the UP series — a direct drop-in replacement for SeaStar® helms at a more accessible price point than the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/front-mount-helm-216-up25fm\"\u003eUP25FM\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uflex-up28fm-front-mount-helm-216-up28fm\"\u003eUP28FM\u003c\/a\u003e. With a compact design, built-in lock valve, integral 1,000 PSI relief valve, and convenient front-of-dash fill, the UP20FM delivers reliable hydraulic steering performance for smaller outboard and sterndrive applications where the higher-output UP25 and UP28 series helms are more than required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with Teleflex\/SeaStar cylinders, hoses, and oil, the UP20FM integrates cleanly into existing SeaStar-compatible hydraulic steering systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUP20 Series — Entry-Level Output\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sized for smaller outboard and sterndrive applications; more cost-effective than UP25 or UP28 series helms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect SeaStar® Drop-In Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same mounting footprint; no additional dash modifications required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low-profile front-mount configuration for clean dash installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Lock Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — Provides positive rudder lock to hold steering position under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegral Relief Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — Over-pressure protection rated at 1,000 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" Tapered Aluminum Shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e — Accepts most standard marine steering wheels; note aluminum shaft vs. stainless steel on UP25FM and UP28FM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient Front-of-Dash Fill\u003c\/strong\u003e — Easy fluid access without removing the helm from the dash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasily Accessible Lock Valve and Shaft Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e — Simplified field servicing and seal replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Boss Fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with Uflex Kit OB, Kit OBSVS hose kits, and SeaStar hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelief Valve Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e UP20FM | SKU: 216-UP20FM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for SeaStar® front-mount hydraulic steering helms on smaller outboard and sterndrive applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic steering systems where UP25 or UP28 series output is more than required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Teleflex\/SeaStar cylinders, hoses, and hydraulic oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Uflex Kit OB and Kit OBSVS hose kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor higher-output front-mount applications, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/front-mount-helm-216-up25fm\"\u003eUflex UP25FM\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uflex-up28fm-front-mount-helm-216-up28fm\"\u003eUP28FM\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor tilt helm options, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/front-mount-tilt-helm-216-up25tx52\"\u003eUP25TX52\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/front-mount-tilt-helm-216-up28tx52\"\u003eUP28TX52\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e The UP20FM is the right helm for smaller outboard boats — typically in the 60–115 HP range — where a full UP25FM or UP28FM is more helm than the system needs and the lower price point of the UP20 series makes more sense. It retains the same SeaStar drop-in compatibility and front-of-dash fill convenience as the rest of the UP series, so it’s a straightforward replacement if you’re already running a SeaStar-compatible system on a smaller boat. One important distinction: the UP20FM uses an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than the stainless steel shaft found on the UP25FM and UP28FM — in saltwater environments, the aluminum shaft may require more attention to corrosion over time. If you’re replacing a helm and the original was a UP25FM or UP28FM, step up to match the original series rather than down to the UP20FM, as the output difference will result in more turns lock-to-lock. For high-performance applications, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/silversteer-front-mount-helm-pump-1-5-cubic-inch-216-up25fsvs\"\u003eUP25FSVS SilverSteer™ Helm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250852757540,"sku":"216-UP20FM","price":1032.09,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/216-UP25FM_39b2c636-45a6-4eed-afa0-d14fc25a011a.jpg?v=1786511108","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/front-mount-helm-216-up20fm","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}