Gordy M
New member
Hi all, apologies if this question is going in the wrong place but I didn't spot a newbie section, also am not sure if my boat is consider classic or not, but I think she is fairly classic
She is a 25 foot motor sailor (Marina 75).
My question is in regards to topping up the steering hydraulic oil, I have never done this, and unfortunately the man I purchased the boat from died, so I can't go back that way for direction.
The steering from the wheel has become very sloppy, and I have noticed slight leaks near the hydraulic switch (from tiller to wheel) and also a slight leak on what I suspect is the bleeding nipple on the back of the chamber in the middle of the wheel.
Also the previous owner left 2 containers of hydraulic steering oil on board, which suggests to me he topped it up regularly.
So my question is, do I just top up, or do I have to bleed the system, and if so how?
Any help would be fantastic (please).
Gord
Waimanu
Southampton Town Quay
She is a 25 foot motor sailor (Marina 75).
My question is in regards to topping up the steering hydraulic oil, I have never done this, and unfortunately the man I purchased the boat from died, so I can't go back that way for direction.
The steering from the wheel has become very sloppy, and I have noticed slight leaks near the hydraulic switch (from tiller to wheel) and also a slight leak on what I suspect is the bleeding nipple on the back of the chamber in the middle of the wheel.
Also the previous owner left 2 containers of hydraulic steering oil on board, which suggests to me he topped it up regularly.
So my question is, do I just top up, or do I have to bleed the system, and if so how?
Any help would be fantastic (please).
Gord
Waimanu
Southampton Town Quay