Using Seastar with Side Ram Steering

[tux974]

Get the non Pro 2.4 helm with vented cap like mentioned above. Be careful using the non vented cap in that system you have now!

[Da Bull]

Lots of great info here. My question may sound dumb but will a drag trim cylinder work in the side steer Possition? I just thought that since I have an extra one I would ask.

[Hydro2.5]

so I just had a imco side ram installed on my 22 activator with a pro helm 2.0 (1500) psi. PN HH5770-3 with the kevlar hoses and it gets very tight, it doesn't have a vented cap and I think that's what im going to install next. when I extend the ram out all the way its fine but when I go to turn right it starts to get very tight and I have to release the cap on top of the helm to release the pressure out. trying to figure out a way around this.

You should not use a pro helm with an unbalanced ram. As stated get a non pro and use a vented cap.

[tux974]

Just like to add, even though the 2.4 non pro helm will work there was a reason why the Capillano was developed. Especially for a high torque application....JMPO

[Jamescole]

Thanks Everyone, i went with a Non pro helm. and it works.

also for anyone considering, i talked to the manufacturer and Seastar offers a Splashwell and transom mounted unbalanced cylinder that they pair with the Non pro helm so they were very informative also with this application.

one thing they stressed was when you finished bleeding make sure the cylinder is in the retracted position, so that the helm was at its maximum fluid level and the cylinder was at its minimum. otherwise it would overflow through the vent.

[vnemous]

so I just had a imco side ram installed on my 22 activator with a pro helm 2.0 (1500) psi. PN HH5770-3 with the kevlar hoses and it gets very tight, it doesn't have a vented cap and I think that's what im going to install next. when I extend the ram out all the way its fine but when I go to turn right it starts to get very tight and I have to release the cap on top of the helm to release the pressure out. trying to figure out a way around this.

You have been lucky

[baja200merk]

The longer 11” rams drain the helm and suck air when fully extended without a reservoir.

[Steve G]

I'm using a 9" ram with the Capillano helm and the fluid level difference between hard left and hard right is minimal on the dipstick. Still within range.
The Capillano has a large reservoir and I'm betting will work with an 11" unbalanced also.

[Noah Burns]

Lots of great info here. My question may sound dumb but will a drag trim cylinder work in the side steer Possition? I just thought that since I have an extra one I would ask.

Isn't the drag ram the little short one? I don't think it would have the length to get the job done.

that said, put it in a box and send it to fort worth.

[jcoop421]

Does any have picture of there reservoir setup? i dont think theres enough fluid in my helm when i switched to the 2.4 helm

[Steve G]

The reservoir on the Capillano is the case itself. No external reservoir. Just a tube sticking out of the top with a vented cap and a dipstick attached to the cap.

[jcoop421]

im looking for an external res setup. if anyone can post some pics that would be great.

Thanks

[V-bottom]

Question:
What is the most noticeable difference to those who have replaced or driven a seastar front mount cylinder (without power assist) to a single side ram cylinder (non power assist) ** Single engine applications only **

[mercievb]

Has anyone tried the IMCO Standard Single Ram Power Steering System?

[TooStroked]

Finally got a chance to crawl under the dash of my Progression with single ram / wing plate Latham steering. Here's what I have: