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Well after suffering with cable steering for a few weeks (recently bought the boat) I went ahead and ordered a full hydraulic system to the helm. The parts arrrived from Zeigler yesterday and I finished the install tonight, about 6 hours total which included cutting all the lines to length and putting the fittings on. I think it could be done in 5 hours except the new helm didn't cover the hole in the dash from the original tilt helm so it was mod time...:)..I had some carbon fiber flat stock that we use for some of the custom bikes and cars we build that actually matched the switch plate so a little cutting and sanding and I had a new trim plate..here are some pics

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Looks good TZ,

Now you need the maching carbon fiber dash panels.

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I am going to need to do the same thing. On a 22 velocity with an arneson drive, should I use power steering or just manual hydraulic.

John

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The 22 will benefit even greater from a full hydraulic setup. I've installed quite a few on Velocities. A hydraulic assist is only a quick fix for a worn gimbal and compromised cable. Running an Arneson you will want the response that the full hyd. system will give you given the leverage on a smaller hull. Sorry to sound like Bob Teague but I've been there.

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Turnerrd
We make alot of carbon parts here at my shop so I'm going to make the rest of the dash etc. to match. Nice thing is it's real carbon.
As for the Hydraulic on a 22 I would definately do it. The feeling and control is like night and day

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I agree.. went to full hyd this spring.. wow.. what a diff.

tzrider,
if you want to make another set of carbon parts for my dash I would be more then happy to donate some $$$$

let me know if you are interested

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You have no choice with an Arneson. You must use a full hydraulic power steering system. A p.s. pump on your engine must produce the pressure required to feed the helm unit and back to the Arneson steering cylinders.

A manual, or Capilano style helm will not work.

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John
Sure I'd love to make a dash for ya..i can do it in standard carbon or with blue or red carbon. I also have some yellow material as well. I'd need to see your dash layout if it's different from mine..We can make anything you might want, below is a picture of the intake I made for my Cobra and one for a lightning

Paul

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Paul,
Here is a pic of the dash.. Basically, I would like to replace the 2 that I have, plus, do 2 more.
One for the right side, where the Depth gauge is. I will be removing that gauge, and placing a 3 trim indicator there. so.. I just need a panel, no holes.

the 2nd piece, I am thinking right next to the switches. I would like to place 3 or 4 gauges next to the switches..

Could you match the black that I have? Do you need to redo the 2??

Let me know.. Would love to get this done.

John

P.S. Boat colors are Yellow and Purple

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John
Because the panels you have now are "carbon look" I would need to make all new ones. If possible I would like to have your originals so I can make exact duplicates for you.

Paul
p.s feel free to call me at the shop..954-917-9200

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Paul,

Can you do labeling on the panels for switches etc.? Thanks.

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Yes i can label the panels for switches...I put the labels under the clear so they look great

Paul

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TZ, where's your shop at? I'm interested in some Fiber panels for my A/O

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Since your in Loggers run just take 441 south to copans road. Make a left then an immediate right on 55th, we're the fourth building on the left

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i would be interested in some blue ones and i have a white guage panal off my boat now and and side panel if that would help and mine are like yours

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John i see you are in Charlotte where do you boat i boat on wylie and norman

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Mike
I believe the guage panels are all the same size but I'd like a few to see if the mounting holes are the same. Until I determine that I'll need to make replacements for your using your originals as templates.

Paul

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Nice steering Paul! :D

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Thanks Fred
I know this great Place called Trick Marine you can get the same steering for yourself. The people are friendly and the service is top notch

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Paul i switched mine from the white to the factory carbon fiber and all holes lined up except i had to add two holes for the carbon fiber but i do have these if they will help i can send them to you i have not put the carbon fiber side panel on yet so i have one white dash panel (white) off and one side panel(carbon fiber) off thanks Mike

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Mike
Thats fine, you can send me what you have..feel free to call me at 954-917-9200
Paul
The shop adress is

Razors Edge Performance
1925 Mears Parkway
Margate, Fl. 33063

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Mike,
We are docked at Kings Point Marina on Lake Norman. Been there for about 6 years now.

What about yourself?

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i keep mine on the trailer but do go to both lakes did you do the fun run we had on lake norman that velocity help with

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Mike,
I did not get to the fun run this year.. Did it 2 years ago.. what a blast. We just had a new 540 put in the boat, and I had some down time that weekend.. She is running good now. Just in time for the winter. haha..
Going out this weekend? I am sure I will be out on Sat, if not both days

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Looking for gray carbon fiber flatstock. I need two panels.

top panel= 34"x9"
bottom = 34" x 10.25"

Can you help me? I really like you look in your boat.


Thanks,

Steve Hixson

Tried to PM you, but your box is full

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Steve
I assume when you say grey carbon you mean natural carbon fiber, black and grey weave? If so that is no problem just let me know the material thickness you'd like

Paul

ttt

here it is thruhull hope this helps

I sent paul a pm, I will let you know if it works out. Thanks again.