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sea star hydro steering unresponsive

leadhead715

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have 2001 logic with seastar hh5271 helm steering. When boat sits steering is unresponsive until I turn wheel back and forth a few times then normal. Air in system? Need to rebuild piston? Open to ideas. Yamaha 150 txrz ox66 motor.
 
Could be lots of things....and not knowing the history doesn't help.....

I'd start with a complete inspection....leaks, loose fittings, damaged tubes, etc.....if there is nothing found, verify the fluid level and condition....topping it off may be sufficient but suggests a leak that is small but been around a while....may need a complete drain, flush, and refill.

I've never seen a helm unit that needed major work....they appear rather robust....the cylinders stand up pretty well as long as they are properly sized and well maintained....
 
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