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Old 05-07-2018 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Jcurtis2932
I have not check the power steering fluid yet but do you think that would cause the out drive to move 4-8 inches to the right while on the trailer
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What I was finding was running about 35-40 I would start to bring the drive up and all on a sudden the boat would make a hard right turn this also happened when I was coming off plane the boat made a hard right turn. Is there such thing as to much trim at that speed ?
You don't seriously think this is OK do you? As Tinkerer said You have a SERIOUS problem if your boat does this!
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Old 05-08-2018 | 03:54 AM
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No I definitely agree that there is an issue just trying to narrow the problem down
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Old 05-08-2018 | 05:48 AM
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J Curtis, A Velocity is a great boat and usually a safe boat. However you have a potentially dangerous problem. Bad things, in a performance boat, can happen very quickly.
You need a good marina to take a look at it and advise you One that is familiar with performance boats would be best.

Where about are you located? Hopefully some can direct you to a knowledgeable trusted shop.

Welcome to the Velocity family.

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Old 05-08-2018 | 07:54 AM
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"I do all of my boating on the upper Chesapeake bay "

There is a performance shop in that area, I cannot remember the name but the owner is Dave. Nice guy to deal with. Maybe somebody can help you out with the name of his shop.
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Old 05-09-2018 | 05:57 PM
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many people have said it sounds like the gimble ring if it turns out to be that I think I will just throw a whole new transom assembly on any put one on and how involved way it?
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Old 05-09-2018 | 06:05 PM
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The hard part is removing and installing the motor due to weight. Other then that its fairly easy. Remove inner plate, outer assembly, clean outer, install in reverse. Torque nuts to 23 ft lbs
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Old 05-09-2018 | 06:08 PM
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I do plan I doing it my self but anyone have any idea a ball park price if a marine mechanic did it for me?
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Old 05-09-2018 | 06:37 PM
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4-5K for parts and labor to replace a transom assy
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Old 05-09-2018 | 07:24 PM
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If the budget allows it would be a good time to add external hydraulic steering. Boat will handle better and it will tighten up the steering at speed. Will make a big difference when you start adding more power.
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Old 05-09-2018 | 07:28 PM
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Yes external hydro steering is definitely coming in the near of future do u think one ram would do on a 260 with a stock 496 ?
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