SeaStar SS15117 NFB Rack Steering Kit, Single Cable, 17 Feet, Back Mount

The SeaStar SS15117 is a No Feedback (NFB) rack and pinion steering kit built for single-station boats powered by a single non-power-assisted outboard engine up to a V-6. NFB rack steering is designed to eliminate feedback at the helm, meaning the wheel does not kick back or fight the operator's hand, which gives a cleaner, more predictable steering feel through the full range of motion. This back mount rack system uses a single-cable design and delivers a precise 4 turns lock-to-lock, so the boat responds consistently whether making small course corrections or full-lock turns.

The kit is built around a long rack and pinion steering mechanism rather than a rotary (diecast helm housing) design, and it is engineered as a complete, ready-to-install system. It includes the steering cable, helm, a 90 degree bezel, and the mounting hardware needed to complete the installation, so no separate helm or cable purchase is required. The helm accepts a standard 3/4 inch round tapered steering wheel shaft and is rated for steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter, covering the most common wheel sizes used on single-station boats. With a 17 foot cable length, the SS15117 is sized for boats where the helm-to-engine run requires that distance. Because it is an NFB rack system, it is intended for non-power-assisted outboard applications; it is not intended for use with power-assisted engines.

Specifications

• Brand: SeaStar
• Manufacturer Part Number: SS15117
• Product Type: NFB (No Feedback) Rack Steering Kit
• Mounting Style: Back Mount Rack
• Cable Configuration: Single Cable
• Cable Length: 17 feet
• Steering Feel: 4 turns lock-to-lock
• Steering Wheel Shaft: 3/4 inch round tapered
• Maximum Steering Wheel Diameter: 16 inches
• Included Components: Steering cable, helm, 90 degree bezel, mounting hardware
• Weight: 16.35 pounds
• UPC: 731957092199

Fitment

• Single-station boats with a single non-power-assisted outboard engine up to a V-6
• Not for use with power-assisted engines

Frequently Asked Questions

What boats is the SeaStar SS15117 designed for? The SS15117 NFB rack steering kit is designed for single-station boats with a single non-power-assisted outboard engine up to a V-6.

How long is the steering cable on the SS15117? The SeaStar SS15117 uses a 17 foot single steering cable.

What does NFB mean on this SeaStar steering kit? NFB stands for No Feedback, meaning the SS15117 rack steering system is designed so the wheel does not kick back or fight the operator's hand during operation.

Can the SS15117 be used with a power-assisted engine? No, the SS15117 is an NFB rack steering kit and cannot be used if the engine is power-assisted.

What steering wheel shaft size does the SS15117 use? The SeaStar SS15117 accepts a standard 3/4 inch round tapered steering wheel shaft.

What is the maximum steering wheel diameter for this kit? The SS15117 NFB rack accepts steering wheels up to 16 inches in diameter.

What is included in the SS15117 kit? The kit includes the steering cable, helm, a 90 degree bezel, and the mounting hardware needed for installation.

How many turns lock-to-lock does the SS15117 have? The SeaStar SS15117 delivers 4 turns from lock-to-lock.

Is the SS15117 a single-cable or dual-cable steering system? The SS15117 is a single-cable back mount rack steering system.

How much does the SeaStar SS15117 steering kit weigh? The SS15117 weighs 16.35 pounds.

Is the SS15117 rack and pinion or rotary steering? The SS15117 is a rack and pinion steering system, which uses a long rack behind the dash rather than the rounded diecast helm housing used in rotary steering systems.

Is the SS15117 suitable for a boat with a V-8 outboard? No, the SS15117 is intended for a single non-power-assisted outboard engine up to a V-6.