Steering accessories and spare parts refer to all those components and spare parts related to the steering system of a boat or vessel. The steering system is the set of mechanisms that allow the direction of the boat to be controlled , typically via the rudder.

Here is an overview of the most common accessories and spare parts for steering systems:

🔧 Main Steering Components

1. Mechanical steering – With flexible or rigid cables connecting the steering wheel (or tiller) to the rudder.
2. Hydraulic steering – Uses a fluid circuit to transmit motion.
3. Electronic/fly-by-wire steering – Advanced system, often found on modern boats.

Common Accessories and Spare Parts

• Steering wheels / helms (stainless steel, wood, plastic)
• Control bars (for smaller boats)
• Hydraulic pumps (for hydraulic steering systems)
• Hydraulic cylinders (for rudder movement)
• Steering cables (with sheath for mechanical systems)
• Pulleys and transmissions (for motion transmission)
• Complete steering kits (steering wheel + cables + steering box)
• Joints and swivels
• Supports and fixing brackets
• Rudder position indicators
• Hydraulic oil and compensation tanks
• Remote controls for electronic systems

🛠️ Maintenance and Replacement

1. Regularly check cables for wear or excessive play
2. Hydraulic oil replacement and system bleeding
3. Checking the cylinder gaskets and seals
4. Lubrication of pulleys and joints