Hydraulic steering basics help

[ted655]

Amazing how something that sits goes to hell isn't it?
Got the generator going, now my hyd. steering is "free wheeling", the wheel spins like a roulette wheel. System must be void of all oil.
There is a little bolt on the housing (pump?), just behind the wheel. I assume this is a fill fitting as there is no tank anywhere.
Here is what I'm thinking; Pour 20# non detergent into the fitting while turning the wheel 1 direction. With the fittings loosened at the cylinder on the transom. When all air is pushed out & oil starts to ooze out, then tighten that fitting & repeat, turning wheel in opposite direction while adding oil to fill that line, same as the first one.
OK procedure? Thanks, Ted

 

[Bondo]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

Ayuh,...........

Sounds like a Good way to get Started...........

 

[whywhyzed]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

then fix the leak.... it wasn't just the "sitting" time, it was the "sitting and leaking" time

 

[Outsider]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

OK procedure?

I think you'd be much better served by taking your problem to someone who has a clue concerning something as important as steering. At a minimum, contact the manufacturer concerning proper fluid recommendations, and don't be surprized if 20# motor oil is not be on the list ...

 

[ted655]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

OK procedure?

I think you'd be much better served by taking your problem to someone who has a clue concerning something as important as steering. At a minimum, contact the manufacturer concerning proper fluid recommendations, and don't be surprized if 20# motor oil is not be on the list ...

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Ah, would if I could. Not possible in this case. "Morse" is no longer. Also, I'm not in a marina or area where there are lots of typical help is available.
Nope, it's just me & good advice from those familiar with hyd. steering. reread my signature, I'm in the swamp.

 

[Outsider]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

Teleflex bought Morse, and they have a good customer service. Assuming there are telephones in the swamp, of course .....

 

[Bondo]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

Ayuh,.......

Most Hyd. Oils are about a 10W,......

If in doubt,......
Use ATF.........

 

[ted655]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

Teleflex bought Morse, and they have a good customer service. Assuming there are telephones in the swamp, of course .....

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Just drums!

 

[ddennis]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

Where IS Butte La Rose? I am originally from Monroe, La.... Never heard of Butte...

 

[ted655]

Re: Hydraulic steering basics help

Atchafalaya Basin. Henderson swamp. 1/2 way between Baton Rouge & Lafayette & 6 mi. S of I10