ksanders
Moderator Emeritus
Here is the question...
Has anybody here ever suffered, or heard of a complete failure of a hyunatic steering system that did not result from a fluid loss???
Even if you have had a fluid loss and failure It would be interesting to hear about it.
The reason I ask is that as part of replacing my autopilot pump, i am in a position to install isolation valves, not just for the pump, but for the helm stations as well. I could even install a second autopilot pump, and even connect it to a 12V switch creating a electric operated steering station.
Anything I do to increase the complexity of the system also introduces risk of leaks though.
I have never experienced or even heard about a Hyunatic steering system failure though, so perhaps I’m over thinking this and should just install the new pump and enjoy my boat.
So... Please do tell about Hyunatic steering failures you have experienced, so we can determine how often they occur, and if isolation valves alone could be used to restore functionality.
Has anybody here ever suffered, or heard of a complete failure of a hyunatic steering system that did not result from a fluid loss???
Even if you have had a fluid loss and failure It would be interesting to hear about it.
The reason I ask is that as part of replacing my autopilot pump, i am in a position to install isolation valves, not just for the pump, but for the helm stations as well. I could even install a second autopilot pump, and even connect it to a 12V switch creating a electric operated steering station.
Anything I do to increase the complexity of the system also introduces risk of leaks though.
I have never experienced or even heard about a Hyunatic steering system failure though, so perhaps I’m over thinking this and should just install the new pump and enjoy my boat.
So... Please do tell about Hyunatic steering failures you have experienced, so we can determine how often they occur, and if isolation valves alone could be used to restore functionality.