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Is there any downside to putting in a tilt helm and all internal hydraulics before putting on a single or dual ram? I would go dual, but because of cost I will probably piece the system together and would like to start with the internals....
Please let me know.

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Until you install the external stuff, you can't install the internal helm. Well, maybe, the new helm I got to connect to my hydraulic helm wasn't compatible with my stock cable helm. I would just bite the bullet and get a FULL system. The tilt helm units add quite a bit to the price of the system. I don't think they are necessary. On my 24, the wheel is at a good angle.

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Along the same lines:

Which systems are the easiest to bleed?

I'm going to bleed my Mayfair single ram in a week or so and I've heard they aren't very easy to bleed.

Can I add on to a maiyfair to twin ram?
I'm thinking of swapping in twins?
Thanks
Evan

I didn't think this was pirating the thread since it is somewhat pertinant to the subject.

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I'm just finding it hard to find threads on the info I am looking for. I would like to hear what all of you are running, how you like it, and what you would have done differently.

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I thought the add on systems used the stock pump. Stock pump - to helm - to ram (? or stock unit). Can it be done reconnecting the helm to the stock unit.

If not I will add a single ram setup first.

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Zeiger, IMCO, Mayfair: is one better than the other for our application when it comes to a single ram add on kit?

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You Use The Stock Pump,,, The power Hydraulic Helm,,, the stock cooler,,, to a filter///// to the back////// if you have a cyl you can get another as long as you have the proper plate on the drive to hook it up///// if not you can buy the right one to hook up two cyls on drive

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Dave M,
In your picture, what is your throttle mounted to? Mine is flat against the helm, I would like to angle them some.

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Full Hydraulic is of course the best.
If you don't have the $$ to redo from helm back, I would suggest a twin piston "Add On" system. Then add the hydraulic helm down the road.
My boat has Imco...

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There is a wedge between the contols and the dash. It is made out of starboard. It was like that when I got the boat. I was actually thinking of getting the throttle pod for my controls and then putting a switch panel where the controls are now.