Uflex USA Catalog

SELECTINGASTEERING SYSTEM RACKTECH Rack and Pinion steering systems are generally found on boats where space between the drivers knees and the steering helm is limited. Racks were particularly common in the early 70’s on ski boats where the freeboard of the boats were very small. Today’s boats generally have enough space to fit a rotary helm, making the rack systems less popular as OEM installed option. Rack and Pinion systems have the similar design issues as conventional rotary helms. Accordingly, all the steering loads are transmitted to one contact point and there is uneven wear in the system. ACCUTECH For boats that do have space constraints, Uflex offers the Racktech steering package that consists of a helm, bezel and steering cable. The ZeroTorque version of the Uflex rack and pinion is the Accutech, which features a spring clutch to allow for smooth transition in and out of the ZeroTorque mode. Both systems come with the M86 Rack Cable which has an armor wrapped stranded wire core for high efficiency and smooth steering. If you have a boat that has the space, it is recommended to take advantage of the Planetary Gear Designed rotary helms to reduce feedback and to improve longevity of the helm. Hydraulics are more and more popular on mid to high horsepower outboard applications. The increased application of hydraulics has a lot to do with the increase in horsepower over the years, and the added torque that is inherent with 4 stroke outboards compared to 2 strokes. The high output torque of the 4 strokes has changed the propellers resulting in higher torque loads on the steering systems. Hydraulic systems are very efficient in dealing with all torque conditions and often provide for fingertip steering effort. GOTECH™ The most affordable hydraulic steering option in the market, the GoTech™, is the perfect solution for low horsepower up to 115 hp, high torque four stroke outboards. Featuring a mid-mount composite helm and anodized aluminum front mount cylinder the GoTech™ offers smooth and easy steering with 4.5 turns lock to lock. It is an ideal system for pontoon boats, rigid hulled inflatables, walleye boats and any other application where mechanical steering is the not adequate for steering loads of today’s outboards. Conventional Rotary / Rack and Pinion Overlay HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEMS Outboard systems are generally broken down into three systems; one for applications below 115 hp, one for applications below 150 hp and different systems for above 150 hp. Uflex offers a simple application guide to assist in selecting the appropriate model cylinder according the make and model of your engine at www.uflexusa.com. The Uflex helms are compatible with competing helms, hoses, cylinders and oil, so you can easily install a Uflex component regardless of what item you need to replace. HYCO Uflex offers the Hyco package which has a clever mounting system that allows you to install a front mount outboard cylinder without having to remove the engine. With the split tilt tube design of the Uflex Hyco, you can simply cut the old mechanical steering cable, insert the two tilt tube pieces independently and pin them to complete the hydraulic cylinder installation. The cylinder is suspended in front of the engine and oil directed from the hydraulic helm moves the engine correspondent to the direction of the steering wheel. Suitable up to 150 hp installatons. 19