Add on hydraulic steering with mismach parts?
06-02-2022 | 09:13 PM
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Cylinder have to be as close to center-line of the pivot pin as possible. If not when raising or lowering the drive you will build pressure and blow the end cap off the cylinder. Don't ask me how I know...
06-03-2022 | 09:18 AM
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The rams should be halfway extended when the drive is straight. Ideally you would want everything to be on the same plane as the hinge pins. You just need to make sure there is nothing binding in the steering when trimming the drive up or down or turning side to side. Here some pics on my Pantera. It was not all on the same plane as the hinge pins, but there was no binding. I think the only way you will figure out the best place for the mounts is to mock it all up.
06-03-2022 | 09:32 AM
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I really do not like that mounting set-up. It looks like the studs could be sheared off without a lot of effort. I’d look for a set of Latham back-cap wing plates.
These were for sale at the end of April. Maybe they’re still available?
LATHAM BRAVO WING Plates
I know you’re across the pond and all, but maybe worth the trouble.
These were for sale at the end of April. Maybe they’re still available?
LATHAM BRAVO WING Plates
I know you’re across the pond and all, but maybe worth the trouble.
06-03-2022 | 11:04 AM
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I really do not like that mounting set-up. It looks like the studs could be sheared off without a lot of effort. I’d look for a set of Latham back-cap wing plates.
These were for sale at the end of April. Maybe they’re still available?
LATHAM BRAVO WING Plates
I know you’re across the pond and all, but maybe worth the trouble.
These were for sale at the end of April. Maybe they’re still available?
LATHAM BRAVO WING Plates
I know you’re across the pond and all, but maybe worth the trouble.
01-08-2023 | 09:47 AM
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Found a back cap style bracket, wich will put the cylinder attaching point inline with the hinge pins. There is only 3 bolts in stock bravo back cover, this new cover with bracket has 5 bolt holes. I quess i need to thrill and tap another two hole to my drive.
Can someone identify these rams? i bought these as Marine Machine, but MM confirmed these are not their cylinders.
Can someone identify these rams? i bought these as Marine Machine, but MM confirmed these are not their cylinders.
01-08-2023 | 05:59 PM
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