{"product_id":"seachoice-steering-guard-50-28261","title":"Seachoice 28261 Steering Guard – Stainless Steel, Cable \u0026 Hydraulic Steering Systems","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeachoice 28261 Steering Guard – Stainless Steel, Cable \u0026amp; Hydraulic Steering Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Seachoice 28261 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the 7\/8\" thread version compatible with Honda, Mercury, Mariner, Johnson, Evinrude, Nissan, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Yamaha, and Force engines, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachoice-steering-guard-7-8-in-thread-for-honda-mercury-mariner-johnson-evinrude-nissan-suzuki-tohatsu-yamaha-and-force-50-28251\"\u003eSeachoice 28251 Steering Guard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLubricates, Cleans, and Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e — Protects the steering rod at the engine connection point from corrosion, contamination, and wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Excellent corrosion resistance for saltwater and freshwater use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtends Steering System Life\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed to significantly extend the service life of cable and hydraulic steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates Exposed Greasy Steering Rods\u003c\/strong\u003e — Seals the rod to keep it clean and protected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraightforward Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Designed for simple installation on existing steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28261 | SKU: 50-28261\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable steering systems on outboard-powered boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-mount hydraulic steering systems on outboard-powered boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify the thread size of this unit matches your engine’s steering rod thread before ordering — confirm compatibility with your specific engine make and model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the 7\/8\" thread version with confirmed engine compatibility list, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachoice-steering-guard-7-8-in-thread-for-honda-mercury-mariner-johnson-evinrude-nissan-suzuki-tohatsu-yamaha-and-force-50-28251\"\u003eSeachoice 28251 Steering Guard\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 28261 Steering Guard serves the same protective function as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachoice-steering-guard-7-8-in-thread-for-honda-mercury-mariner-johnson-evinrude-nissan-suzuki-tohatsu-yamaha-and-force-50-28251\"\u003e28251\u003c\/a\u003e — lubricating, cleaning, and sealing the steering rod at the engine to extend system life and eliminate exposed, corroding steering rods. It is particularly valuable on saltwater boats where exposed steering rods corrode quickly and cause stiff, binding steering. The 28261 is best installed on a new or recently serviced steering system rather than on a system with an already corroded or worn rod. \u003cstrong\u003eBefore ordering, confirm the thread size of this unit matches your engine’s steering rod thread\u003c\/strong\u003e — the product listing does not specify a thread size, and using the wrong size will result in an incompatible fit. If your engine is on the 28251 compatibility list (Honda, Mercury, Mariner, Johnson, Evinrude, Nissan, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Yamaha, or Force with 7\/8\" thread), the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachoice-steering-guard-7-8-in-thread-for-honda-mercury-mariner-johnson-evinrude-nissan-suzuki-tohatsu-yamaha-and-force-50-28251\"\u003e28251\u003c\/a\u003e is the confirmed-fit option.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250853543972,"sku":"50-28261","price":54.07,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/50-28251.jpg?v=1786511119","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/seachoice-steering-guard-50-28261","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}