{"product_id":"front-mount-helm-216-up25fm","title":"Uflex UP25FM Front Mount Hydraulic Steering Helm – SeaStar Compatible, 3\/4\" Tapered Shaft","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUflex UP25FM Front Mount Hydraulic Steering Helm – SeaStar Compatible, 3\/4\" Tapered Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Uflex UP25FM is a front-mount hydraulic steering helm engineered as a direct drop-in replacement for SeaStar® helms — same mounting footprint, same shaft, same hose compatibility. With a compact design, built-in lock valve for positive rudder lock, and an integral relief valve for over-pressure protection, the UP25FM delivers reliable, precise hydraulic steering for outboard and sterndrive applications without requiring system-wide replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe UP25FM is compatible with Teleflex\/SeaStar cylinders, hoses, and oil, and works with Uflex Kit OB and Kit OBSVS hose kits — making it a straightforward upgrade or replacement for existing SeaStar hydraulic steering systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\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\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 UP25FM | SKU: 216-UP25FM\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutboard and sterndrive hydraulic steering systems using SeaStar-compatible cylinders and hoses\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\u003ePairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sterndrive-steering-cylinder-216-uc132obs\"\u003eUflex UC132OBS Sterndrive Cylinder\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sterndrive-steering-cylinder-216-uc133iob\"\u003eUC133IOB Sterndrive Cylinder\u003c\/a\u003e for sterndrive applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uflex-uc95obf1-hyco-hydraulic-cylinder-w-straight-arm-216-uc95obf1\"\u003eUflex UC95OBF1 Hyco Cylinder\u003c\/a\u003e for rear-mount outboard applications under 175 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e The UP25FM is the right helm when you need to replace a failed SeaStar front-mount helm without replacing your entire hydraulic steering system. The direct drop-in compatibility means you keep your existing cylinders, hoses, and oil — only the helm changes. The front-of-dash fill is a practical advantage over older helm designs that require helm removal for fluid service. The built-in lock valve is standard on this helm and provides positive rudder lock, which is important for boats that sit at anchor or in current where you want the steering to hold position without drifting. If you’re building a complete hydraulic steering system from scratch rather than replacing a helm, consider one of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uflex-protech21-protech-hydraulic-tilt-steering-system-for-johnson-evinrude-yamaha-suzuki-hoses-sold-separately-216-protech21\"\u003eUflex PROTECH complete system kits\u003c\/a\u003e which bundle the helm, cylinder, and oil together. For tilt helm configurations, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uflex-protech21t-protech-hydraulic-tilt-steering-system-for-johnson-evinrude-yamaha-suzuki-w-tilt-helm-hoses-sold-separately-216-protech21t\"\u003ePROTECH21T\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250851840036,"sku":"216-UP25FM","price":1186.39,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/216-UP25FM_fddff2f7-9b29-4eaa-946d-284b060d59b3.jpg?v=1786511098","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/front-mount-helm-216-up25fm","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}