Seastar Helm Pump leak advice

[Explorer682]

I have a Seastar Classic Tilt Helm Pump that is weeping Hydraulic Fluid.Question: Are they worth rebuilding or replace the pump, and where is the best place to source parts ( I’m in Victoria). Anyone have experience with this topic I would greatly appreciate it !

 

[trophywife]

buy another helm pump, buy a rebuild kit and rebuild your old one. helms forever.

 

[Captain PartyMarty]

Have you checked your fitting connections. I had a leaking helm and turned out that one of the fittings was loose.

 

[trophywife]

Have you checked your fitting connections. I had a leaking helm and turned out that one of the fittings was loose.

this can happen too from repeated hot weather and no room or vent for thermal expansion.

 

[Derby]

I usuallly change the top seal out yearly..

 

[Reel Time]

Yup mine was leaking and just did a full bleed, try and remove any air and then see if it stops.. if not then replace seals

 

[Explorer682]

Have you checked your fitting connections. I had a leaking helm and turned out that one of the fittings was loose.

It’s not the fittings or the vent/ fill , it’s the joint in the casing . It’s taken some effort to actually find the location where it is weeping. Now do I attempt to take it apart and replace the gasket or replace the unit , according to their website the pump has an aprox 10yr lifespan and this unit is approaching 14 yrs