Sea Star Hydraulic Steering Bleeding and Refilling

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[@TonyHines83]

guy seems like he knows what he is doing but the use of the wrong tools on each end is just a great way to destroy the equipment you are working on.

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

I agree it was a lapse of judgement at the time, we’re all human

[@TonyHines83]

@@fishingwithaustin8258 True dat! I'm sorry if I came off wrong. I just spent my morning replacing the bleed ports on mine because they were so buggered up I couldn't get the bleed hose to seal. Keep up what you're doing this is good information.

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

@@TonyHines83 I’m not mad because I totally agree with you. Hopefully you get them flushed out and back to working order soon!

[@jamesrobbins26]

I followed your instructions and I didnt get tge same results. I worked on it fir over an hour but still had air in the system. I did midify your idea and bked at the bleed ports . That seemed to help.

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

Check for anything loose, another alternative to me bleeding through the rear; was tightening both rear fittings and leaving the console cap open, turning the wheel all the way one way, pouring fluid in, going all the way back the other way, wait a few seconds and let the bubbles come out, and do that until it is topped off to your liking and put the cap back on quickly.

[@mort3770]

I'm thinking you probably should have purged the old fluid before putting in new? (Not that you would have known that before you added the new fluid) The color of the fluid on the second rotation looks bad. Rust or some other contamination that would damage the pump? Other than that, pretty straight forward.

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

Yeah should’ve drained it. Next time!

[@lylekessler2330]

Hey coast guard buoy tender in the background!!

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

That’s right!

[@Eluderatnight]

If you have poor/no steering check for failed fitting.

[@hennys9314]

Simple to the point 🤙🏾

[@buckdownrains9278]

when youre done, i gess u close the bleed ports and remove that hose..but how do u disconnect the bottle and hose without oil spilling all over!!??

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

Tilt the bottle back down normal and unscrew the hose with a rag and plug the hole as soon as you can

[@shaneclanton1859]

Thank you for this video. I have to do this. What is the purpose of loosening the fittings?

[@somedude0808]

Loosening the fittings allows the hydraulic fluid to circulate, if you leave all the bleeder screws closed the air cannot come out so you will still have hydraulic fluid with a big air bubbles trapped in the system. Look at bleeding brakes and that should explain it.

[@superstarr-hs4tn]

Thank you for the video

[@rogerhigham3973]

How do seal the tube to the oil container? The oil just leaked out. I couldn't tighten it. Did use a cheap hose and connector? Thank for the video.

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

I had to either tape around the end or wrap a towel around to seal it up, quick fix

[@jasononeal3310]

Did you crack the back fittings back open once you hooked up the hose to both bleeder valves?

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

Yes!

[@andrewpolasek5524]

Great video, can you use this method for the initial fill and bleed on a new system?

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

Yes!

[@hectorzuniga1163]

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[@hectorzuniga1163]

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[@IWillNotArgueWithMorons]

Hello so I found my way here, because when I turn the engine under higher speeds, it feels like it’s slipping. Slip, catch, slip catch….feels like it might not turn. Could that be from air in the lines? If not, any ideas? Totally on vacation and have a limited time to be here using the family boat…so sort of pressed to not put a serious damper on a once/twice a year vacation. Thanks for the video and help either way!

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

If you’re on vacation your best time for your money is a mechanic who can quickly diagnose that for you. Check your fittings make sure they’re all tight, I’m dealing with the same issue

[@IWillNotArgueWithMorons]

Fishing With Austin Thanks for the quick reply!! Sadly, in a place with one small Marine shop and mechanic option. Not sure when they can help. Often 2-3 weeks. We may be out of luck. Going to call them shortly and see what they say. Cheers!

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

I would loosen the cap on your helm until you hear a hiss and quickly tighten, if that doesn’t solve it then one of your seals is going bad on your actual steering pistons in the back, go to the back by your motor and see if you can identify and leaks by the seals where the bar goes in and out of the cylinder. Also check if your bar has any knicks on it as that will destroy your seals and cause leaks and air bubbles to slip in, can end up being dangerous and want you safe.

[@IWillNotArgueWithMorons]

Fishing With Austin Thanks! Lucked into finding a guy to come out. Seals need to be replaced but that’s it. For now, removed air from lines and filled with fluid. All good for our trip, will have sealed done after we head home. Really appreciate you getting back to me. We lucked out and are back in business for the trip🤙🏻🙏🏻🎣

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

@@IWillNotArgueWithMorons very happy to hear stay safe out there and have fun!

[@rickfreeda5845]

Get ur self some wrenches good video though

[@barrykemper1348]

I’m

[@Buford2735]

Learn to make a video when the wind isn’t blowing,

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

Can you teach me?

[@soo4woo554]

We got a Karen in the comments 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@fishingwithaustin8258]

The wind honesty isn’t that bad lol