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Old 12-19-2015, 01:01 PM   #15
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City: ketchikan, Alaska
Vessel Name: 'SLO'~BELLE
Vessel Model: 1978 Marben-27' Flybridge Trawler(extended to 30 feet) Pilothouse Pocket Cruiser[
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Originally Posted by Jay N View Post
Hi Al.

I've had a couple of boats with hydraulic steering. Both of them had a check valve (one in the steering pump, one a separate assembly half way to the stern). As others have indicated, the wheel will continue to slowly creep around if you hold the wheel hard over. If it keeps on going easily, it could be air, a fouled check valve, or just plain wear over time. It's worthwhile to get this checked out. Hope to see you next summer. Jay
Thanks Jay- That answers one mystery- There is no indication of external weeping or leaks. Further on is another response I will note-
Looking forward to your North bound voyage should it develop. Fuel prices should reflect an incentive by Summer.
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