{"product_id":"uflex-kitob-08-8ft-hydraulic-steering-hose-set","title":"UFLEX USA KITOB-08 8ft Hydraulic Steering Hose Kit, Set of 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe UFLEX USA KITOB-08 is a matched pair of 8-foot hydraulic steering hoses for outboard helms running a 1500 PSI relief valve. Pre-crimped nickel-plated fittings, a black jacket, and bend restrictors on one end mean a clean install with no field crimping. Buy the set and you've got both steering runs covered in one box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're plumbing a hydraulic steering system on an outboard boat, the hoses matter as much as the helm and the cylinder. The UFLEX USA KITOB-08 is a matched set of two 8-foot hoses, crimped at the factory with nickel-plated fittings and finished in a black jacket. They're built for helms running a 1500 PSI relief valve, which covers the Uflex SilverSteer and MasterDrive helm families. Buy them as a pair and you've got both the port and starboard runs done in one box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pre-crimped fittings are the part that saves you the headache. You're not cutting hose to length and fighting field crimps at the dock. Each end comes finished from the factory, so the connection to the helm and the cylinder is clean and rated to hold pressure. One end of each hose carries a bend restrictor. That's the spring-style sleeve that keeps the hose from kinking where it makes a tight turn, usually right at the transom fitting where the line has to flex every time the engine tilts. Orient that restricted end toward the tightest bend on install and the hose stays happy for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit is straightforward but worth measuring. Eight feet handles most single-outboard center console and bay boat routing, helm to cylinder, with a little slack for the tilt arc. Before you order, run a string along the actual path the hose will follow, over the transom, around any obstructions, and add for the engine's full range of motion. Too short and you're buying again. Too long and you've got slack to manage. If you're rigging twin engines or a longer boat, you may need a longer set or an extension to balance the port and starboard runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Anyone replacing tired hoses on an existing hydraulic setup, or rigging a fresh system on a repower. The steering hose is one of those parts people forget about until it's weeping fluid down the transom. Matched, pre-crimped hoses like these take the guesswork out of that job and get you back on the water without a field-crimp tool or a trip to a hydraulics shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to confirm before you buy: the relief valve rating on your helm. These hoses and their fittings are matched to a 1500 PSI system. If your helm pump runs a different relief pressure, the tolerances won't line up the way they should, and you can end up with stiff steering or a connection that doesn't seal right. Check the helm spec sheet or the label on the pump. When in doubt, give us a call and we'll help you confirm before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickel plating on the fittings is there for a reason. Saltwater is hard on bare metal, and a corroded crimp is where seepage starts. The plating slows that down, but it's not a free pass, so give the crimps a look once a season and wipe down any weep before it turns into a soft spot. It's a two-minute check that keeps a steering system honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA couple of install notes from experience. Because this is a set of two, you'll want to bleed both sides evenly when you fill the system. Air pockets are the usual culprit behind spongy steering, and they're easier to chase out if you follow the helm maker's fill and bleed procedure instead of rushing it. Take your time on that first fill. And the CE and UKCA compliance is stamped on these for the folks who need it, though US boaters running standard helm ports won't notice any difference at the fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a straightforward outboard hydraulic steering job, the KITOB-08 is the honest choice. Factory-crimped, corrosion-resistant, and sized for the most common console runs. Get the length right, confirm your relief valve, and you're most of the way to steering that feels tight and stays that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatched set of two 8-foot hydraulic steering hoses, both port and starboard runs in one box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-crimped fittings from the factory, no field crimping or hydraulics shop needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNickel-plated fittings resist saltwater corrosion at the crimps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBend restrictor on one end of each hose prevents kinking at tight transom bends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRated for outboard helm systems running a 1500 PSI relief valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Uflex SilverSteer and MasterDrive helm families\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack jacket for a clean look behind the console and at the transom\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCE Certified and UKCA compliant\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 comes in the box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA matched set of two 8-foot hydraulic steering hoses, each pre-crimped with nickel-plated fittings and a bend restrictor on one end. That covers both the port and starboard runs for a single-station outboard hydraulic system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat helms are these hoses compatible with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThey're built for outboard helm systems running a 1500 PSI relief valve, which covers the Uflex SilverSteer and MasterDrive helm families. Confirm your helm's relief valve rating before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I have to crimp the fittings myself?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. Both ends of each hose come pre-crimped from the factory, so you just route the hose and thread the fittings to the helm and cylinder. No crimp tool, no trip to a hydraulics shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the bend restrictor for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's the spring-style sleeve on one end of each hose. It keeps the hose from kinking where it makes a tight turn, usually right at the transom where the line flexes as the engine tilts. Orient that end toward the tightest bend on install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill 8 feet be long enough for my boat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEight feet handles most single-outboard center console and bay boat routing from helm to cylinder. Measure the actual path with a string first, including the engine's full tilt arc. If it's tight, step up to a longer set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAre these okay for saltwater use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The nickel-plated fittings resist corrosion, which is the usual weak point on a saltwater boat. Give the crimps a quick look once a season and wipe down any seepage before it becomes a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use these on a twin-engine setup?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThey can work, but twin engines and longer boats often need a longer set or an extension to balance the port and starboard runs. Measure both sides before ordering so the runs come out even.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I avoid spongy steering after install?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBleed both hoses evenly when you fill the system. Air pockets are the usual cause of spongy steering, so follow the helm maker's fill and bleed procedure and take your time on the first fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does CE Certified and UKCA compliant mean here?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThose are European and UK market compliance marks stamped on the hoses. If you need them for a build in those markets they're covered. 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