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Old 10-06-2006 | 09:38 AM
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Default Looking for opinions on Hydraulic steering set ups.

I need something for a 99 Scarab Twin Eng. Bravo set up, But what kind? Is one better than the other, or in some cases are you just paying more for a brand name? Is this something I could find used on e-bay? Or are used ones junk and I should just save my money and buy new.

Any help would be appreciated.

I did find this set in the OSO classifieds - Any good? asking price is 3.5K (Ok price?)

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Old 10-06-2006 | 11:19 AM
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We can set you up with WPM steering, with all the lines you'll need for around that price, new. The tie bar in that pic looks to be for a full staggar set up too. Most of the kits use the same helm, rams are rams. Marine Machine makes a nice set-up just the same.
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Old 10-06-2006 | 11:37 AM
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We can set you up with WPM steering, with all the lines you'll need for around that price, new. The tie bar in that pic looks to be for a full staggar set up too. Most of the kits use the same helm, rams are rams. Marine Machine makes a nice set-up just the same.

Who's "We" ? Do you have a number I can call you at. I'm trying to save as much as possible seeing as I'm going to need an extra 7-10K for motor work before the first race.
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Old 10-06-2006 | 11:39 AM
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Ok... I checked your profile and found your site. Anyone I should as for when I call?
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Old 10-06-2006 | 12:06 PM
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That price sounds about right. I bought mine new for my 29. I bought mine from IMCO. I'm sure there a few opinions on whats better, but the design is all about the same.

Good luck with whatever you get. Damn,,,they are expensive, but its worth the safety factor!
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Old 10-06-2006 | 12:25 PM
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I bought mine from WPM they custom made all the hoses to my measurements, works well. (single drive dual rams + char-lynn helm) http://www.wpmracing.com/catalog.htm
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Old 10-06-2006 | 03:29 PM
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Try IMCO also...I have their Stern Drive Advantage system and so far its held up in fit and finish better than Latham.
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Old 10-06-2006 | 03:34 PM
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Another vote for Imco, solid product, no hassles.
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Old 10-06-2006 | 03:36 PM
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Default Re: Looking for opinions on Hydraulic steering set ups.

I emailed WPM about a full system for a 22 Donzi with a TRS drive. Here was the quote.

Full hyd. sys.
2 Rams $2000.00
1 wingplate $400.00
1 hyd. helm $700.00
1 filter $100.00
1 Hose set $350/450

total approx= $3500.00

anything further, please call 951-371-8247

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Old 10-06-2006 | 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 2 Trick Rick
Ok... I checked your profile and found your site. Anyone I should as for when I call?

Sorry, been out in the shop.

Call any time;

Finn 925.952.4240
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