Choosing replacement marine steering controls means deciding how much cable you need, whether you want a helm that turns quickly, and what should come in the box. These two rotary systems take opposite approaches to that trade-off. The Teleflex Seastar SS13716 is a 16-foot Seastar QC rotary kit. The Nexa-Gear SS13714 is a 14-foot kit that bundles a steering wheel and hardware. Here is how to pick between them.
Quick verdict
Pick the Teleflex Seastar SS13716 if a 16-foot cable and 3-turn steering response are your top priorities. Pick the Nexa-Gear SS13714 if you want a lower listed price and a kit that includes a 12.5-inch steering wheel. The decision comes down to how much cable run your boat needs and whether the wheel-and-hardware bundle is more useful than the longer cable.
At a glance
| Product | Listed Price | Cable | Included in the Box | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teleflex Seastar SS13716 | USD 170.99 | 16 ft | Helm, 90-degree bezel, cable, hardware | Boats that need a 16-foot cable run and 3-turn response |
| Nexa-Gear SS13714 | USD 95.99 | 14 ft | Steering wheel, helm, cable, bezel, hardware | Outboard and marine setups that can use a 14-foot cable and want a wheel included |
Where the Teleflex Seastar SS13716 wins
- Provides a 16-foot cable, so it suits longer steering runs.
- Offers 3-turn steering response with a patented no-tools cable connection at the helm.
- Seastar/Teleflex rotary QC kit with part number SS13716.
Where the Nexa-Gear SS13714 wins
- Lists at $95.99, $75 less than the Seastar kit.
- Includes a 12.5-inch steering wheel, swivel helm, 90-degree bezel, and hardware.
- Uses a 3/4-inch tapered shaft and is listed as a direct replacement for outboard, marine, and boat systems.
Teleflex Seastar Boat Steering System SS13716
The SS13716 is the longer, costlier option at $170.99. This QC rotary kit comes with a 3/4-inch standard tapered keyway helm, a 90-degree bezel, a 16-foot cable, and hardware. The helm offers the quick response of 3-turn steering, and the cable connects at the helm with a patented no-tools connection. It accepts wheels up to 16 inches in diameter and is intended for single-station, single-cable use. Choose it when your boat's steering path needs the extra 2 feet of cable and you want the faster helm response. The main limitation is the higher price: $170.99, which is $75 more than the Nexa-Gear kit, so you're paying for the longer cable and the Seastar helm behavior.
Nexa-Gear 14 Feet Boat Rotary Steering System SS13714
The Nexa-Gear kit takes a different route: it lists at $95.99 and includes a 12.5-inch steering wheel along with the steering hardware. In the box are a 14-foot steering cable, a standard 3/4-inch tapered shaft, a swivel helm, a 90-degree bezel kit, and mounting hardware. The kit uses high-quality alloy material to resist corrosion and rust, with a rust-proof, wear-resistant rotary rudder and a flat steering design for more robust control. The trade-off is cable length: 14 feet rather than 16, so measure your boat's steering run before buying. If 14 feet is enough, this package gives you a complete steering system for $75 less than the Seastar.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Teleflex Seastar SS13716 when you need a 16-foot cable and want the QC rotary helm's 3-turn response, especially if your boat's steering path is long. Choose the Nexa-Gear SS13714 when a 14-foot cable works for your setup and you'd rather have the included steering wheel and hardware for the lower $95.99 list price. Both are new rotary steering systems; your boat's cable run and your preference for a complete kit versus a longer cable should settle the choice.
