SeaStar SSC13420 20 Foot Backmount Rack Single Steering Cable - Replaces 1996-Current The Rack Systems

The SeaStar SSC13420 is a 20-foot rack and pinion steering cable built for Back Mount Rack steering systems on single-station boats. It is designed as the direct replacement for 1996-Current SeaStar Solutions/original Teleflex "The Rack" (Back Mount) steering cable with a black cable cover, as installed by the original boat manufacturer.

The cable uses a tightly controlled core-to-conduit fit to deliver precise, consistent steering feel. Its outer jacket is constructed of HDPE (high density polyethylene), a material chosen for its abrasion resistance and high resistance to water penetration, while the cable output ends are made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long-term reliability. The SSC13420 is designed, manufactured, and assembled in the USA and is tested for marine environmental conditions, meeting or exceeding NMMA, ISO, IMCI, and ABYC steering standards.

This cable is intended for single-station use only and is compatible with SH5210P, SH5230P (NFB), SH91610P, and SH91630P (NFB) helms, and is also supplied as the steering cable in SeaStar Complete Back Mount Rack System Kits SS141 and SS151. It will not replace 1984-1996 SeaStar Solutions/original Teleflex "The Rack" (Rack & Pinion) steering cable; that earlier system requires the SSC124XX direct replacement cable instead. Before ordering, verify this is the correct cable length for your application, as steering cables of this type are special-order and non-returnable.

Specifications

• Brand: SeaStar
• Manufacturer Part Number: SSC13420
• Item Type: 20' Backmount Rack Single Cable
• Cable Length: 20 feet
• Steering System Type: Rack and Pinion, Back Mount
• Station Configuration: Single Station
• Output End Material: Stainless Steel
• Outer Jacket Material: HDPE (high density polyethylene)
• Color: Black
• Item Dimensions: 6 x 20 x 28 inches
• Weight: 10.93 pounds
• Mounting Type: U-Bolt
• Compatible Helms: SH5210P, SH5230P (NFB), SH91610P, SH91630P (NFB)
• Compliance Standards: Meets or exceeds NMMA, ISO, IMCI, and ABYC standards
• Country of Origin: Made, designed, and assembled in the USA
• Warranty: Two-year recreational user warranty against manufacturer defects

Fitment

• SeaStar Solutions/Teleflex Back Mount Rack Steering System, 1996-Current (black cable cover)
• Helms: SH5210P, SH5230P (NFB), SH91610P, SH91630P (NFB)
• Steering cable used in SeaStar Complete Back Mount Rack System Kits SS141 and SS151

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SeaStar SSC13420 steering cable used for? The SSC13420 is a 20-foot rack and pinion steering cable for SeaStar Back Mount Rack steering systems, used to connect the helm to the outboard or sterndrive steering ram on single-station boats.

Will the SSC13420 fit a 1985 boat with a SeaStar rack and pinion system? No. The SSC13420 replaces 1996-Current Back Mount Rack steering cables with a black cable cover. A 1985 system is an older "The Rack" model (1984-2001), typically identified by a black or gray rack housing, and it needs the SSC124XX direct replacement cable rather than the SSC13420; replacing the helm, cable, and bezel with a current "The Rack" kit is also an option.

What helms is the SSC13420 compatible with? This cable is compatible with SH5210P, SH5230P (NFB), SH91610P, and SH91630P (NFB) helms, and it is also the steering cable supplied in SeaStar Complete Back Mount Rack System Kits SS141 and SS151.

How long is the SSC13420 cable? The SSC13420 measures 20 feet in length, sized for Back Mount Rack single-station steering setups.

What is the SSC13420's outer jacket made of? The outer jacket is constructed of HDPE (high density polyethylene), which is abrasion resistant and provides high resistance to water penetration; the cable output ends are stainless steel for corrosion resistance.

Can the SSC13420 be used for dual-station steering? No, the SSC13420 is designed for single-station use only.

What standards does the SSC13420 meet? This steering cable meets or exceeds NMMA, ISO, IMCI, and ABYC marine steering standards.

Does the SSC13420 come with a link arm to connect to my outboard? No, a link arm is not included with the SSC13420. Link arms vary by engine brand and model, so that part should be obtained from the outboard engine manufacturer.

What is included when I order the SSC13420? The SSC13420 ships as a single component: one 20-foot Backmount Rack Single Cable.

Is the SSC13420 made in the USA? Yes, the SSC13420 is made, designed, and assembled in the USA and is environmentally tested for marine applications.

What warranty comes with the SSC13420? The SSC13420 is backed by a two-year recreational user warranty against manufacturer defects.

How does the SSC13420 differ from the SSC154XX cable? The SSC13420 is the standard Back Mount Rack steering cable, while the SSC154XX XTREME Rack and Pinion cable is offered as an upgrade option over the standard SSC134XX series cable.