Zeiger steering issues
08-06-2019 | 07:08 AM
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Zeiger steering issues
So....father in law borrowed the boat, got it back and noticed some paint on the lower unit had been worn off like the drive was in the sand. Went out to use the boat thr next day and the steering was not right, constantly steering right. I had a hose that I knew was on its last leg so I replaced it and bleed the system, still isn't right. I can grab the drive and push it to the port side, I can't to the starboard. Is it possible there is more air?? I'm thinking the ram may need a rebuild, I'm hoping I can find a rebuild kit and just bring it to a local hydraulic shop and have it rebuilt. Summer in Vermont is way to short to be messing around! Thanks
08-06-2019 | 12:29 PM
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08-06-2019 | 04:20 PM
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The drive only will move in 1 direction, and I have bled multiple times, there is no air coming out. I called Paul Everett today, super helpful, explained the symptoms and he thinks a rebuild will correct my issue. I elected to just get the rebuild kit and have a local hydraulic shop rebuild it. If I had more time to kill I definitely would have sent it to the factory for rebuild, price was very reasonable.
08-06-2019 | 04:35 PM
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08-06-2019 | 05:17 PM
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Paul the owner is a very nice guy and always willing to help. I actually know him personally. Ill be running into him soon and he is working on a lot of outboard stuff so possible might get a voice mail. .
08-07-2019 | 07:58 AM
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