{"product_id":"uflex-kitob-07-7ft-hydraulic-steering-hose-set-of-2","title":"UFLEX USA KITOB-07 Hydraulic Steering Hose Kit, 7 ft Set of 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe UFLEX KITOB-07 is a matched set of two 7-foot hydraulic steering hoses, built for helms with 1500 PSI relief valves. Nickel-plated fittings come pre-crimped on one end with bend restrictors already in place, so you skip the bench crimping and get a clean, factory-made run to your cylinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUFLEX built the KITOB-07 for boaters running hydraulic steering who want a clean, pre-made hose run without cutting and crimping their own fittings. You get two flexible black hoses, each 7 feet long, with nickel-plated fittings already crimped on one end and bend restrictors right where the hose leaves the fitting. That restrictor is the part people underestimate. It keeps the hose from kinking at the tightest point of the bend, which is exactly where a field-cut hose tends to fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are made for helms with 1500 PSI relief valves. UFLEX recommends them for the SilverSteer and MasterDrive helm lines specifically. So before you order, check the relief valve rating on your helm. If you've got a 1000 PSI helm, these aren't the right hoses, and mismatching pressure ratings on a steering system isn't something you want to guess at. A relief valve that opens at the wrong pressure can leave you with sloppy steering or a slow leak that shows up at the worst possible time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven feet is a common length for a single-station outboard where the helm and the cylinder aren't far apart. Think a center console in the low-to-mid 20s, or a smaller bay boat. Before you commit to 7 feet, run a piece of string along the actual path the hose will follow, around bulkheads, through the rigging tube, up to the helm. Hydraulic hose doesn't like sharp corners, so the real routed length is always longer than the straight-line measurement. If you're tight, size up. UFLEX makes this same hose in longer lengths for bigger boats and dual-station setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pre-crimped end is a real time saver, but it does ask you to pay attention during install. The fitting only lands on one end, so plan which end goes to the helm and which gets terminated at the cylinder. Get the bend restrictor seated and aligned before you tighten everything down, because the hose can twist on you if you fight the fitting after the fact. Once it's routed, secure it every so often with cushioned clamps and keep it off any sharp fiberglass edges. The black jacket is UV resistant for exposed runs, but no hose loves rubbing on a raw glass edge, so add a bit of split loom anywhere it crosses one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the hoses are connected, you've still got to fill and bleed the system. That's true of any hydraulic steering job, not just this one. Air likes to hide near the fittings and bend restrictors, so don't be surprised if you need a few extra bleeding cycles to get the wheel feeling solid. Take your time here. A properly bled system is firm and predictable lock to lock, and that's the whole point of running hydraulic in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to be clear on: this is a set of hoses, not a complete steering kit. You're getting the two 7-foot lines and their fittings. The helm, the cylinder, the fluid, and any tee fittings for a dual-station setup are all separate. If you're building a system from scratch, plan those pieces out together so everything matches on pressure rating and thread. If you're replacing tired hoses on an existing UFLEX system, this is the straightforward like-for-like swap, assuming your original run was 7 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Owners doing their own rigging on a single-station hydraulic outboard boat, and shops that want a clean factory-crimped hose instead of building one on the bench. These hoses are also CE Certified and UKCA Compliant, so they meet the European marine standards on top of being built for the North American market. It's the kind of part you install once and forget about, which is exactly how a steering hose should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo 7-foot flexible hydraulic steering hoses, sold as a matched set of 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNickel-plated fittings pre-crimped on one end, ready to connect at the helm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBend restrictors on the fitting end stop kinking at the tightest part of the run\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack UV-resistant jacket holds up to exposed engine-well and bilge routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSized for helms with 1500 PSI relief valves, including UFLEX SilverSteer and MasterDrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne field-terminated end lets you finish the run to your exact length at the cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e7-foot length suits single-station outboard boats in the low-to-mid 20-foot range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCE Certified and UKCA Compliant to European marine standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized UFLEX USA reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat helms are these hoses compatible with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThey're made for hydraulic helms with 1500 PSI relief valves. UFLEX recommends them for the SilverSteer and MasterDrive helm lines. Check the relief valve rating on your helm before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long are the hoses and how many come in the set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou get two hoses, each 7 feet long. That's a common size for a single-station outboard where the helm and cylinder are fairly close together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAre the fittings already installed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Each hose has a nickel-plated fitting pre-crimped on one end, with a bend restrictor in place. The opposite end is terminated during install at the cylinder side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use these on a helm with a 1000 PSI relief valve?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. These are built specifically for 1500 PSI relief valve helms. Mixing pressure ratings on a steering system can lead to sloppy steering or leaks, so match the hose to the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I pick the right length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRun a string along the actual path the hose will follow, around bulkheads and through the rigging tube. Routed length is always longer than a straight-line measurement, so if 7 feet is tight, step up to a longer hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need to bleed the system after installing them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Any hydraulic steering job needs filling and bleeding. Air tends to collect near the fittings and bend restrictors, so plan on a few bleeding cycles to get the wheel feeling firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan these hoses run in exposed areas?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe black jacket is UV resistant, so exposed runs are fine. Keep the hose off sharp fiberglass edges and add split loom where it crosses one to avoid chafe over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a complete steering kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo, it's the two hoses and their fittings only. The helm, cylinder, fluid, and any dual-station tee fittings are separate parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAre these hoses certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. 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