Power steering pump surge

[fishjumped]

I am new to Power steering boats I do not like the feel of the steering how it is starts out hard move thwe wheel then it frees up and back to firm especially at low speeds. any remarks about this and is it normal? I have a Bayliner 1994 2059 model V6 SE116 outdrive open bow the wheel just seems erratic while underway .. any wwise imput would be appreciated.. thanks Scott

 

[mkast]

Re: Power steering pump surge

Have you checked fluid level and condition?
Belt condition and deflection?

 

[Fishermark]

Re: Power steering pump surge

You might also make sure the steering cable is not in a bind. I would even suggest disconnecting the steering cable from the tiller arm and see if the outdrive turns easily by hand.

 

[cr2k]

Re: Power steering pump surge

What you are describing is not normal. You have an issue somewhere in your system. Does your drive have a trim tab? If so take it off and try it. Most power steering setups do not use a trim tab.

 

[Don S]

Re: Power steering pump surge

Sounds to me like the steering cable is binding in the tube it goes into on the power steering cylinder. Corrosion builds up and bind the system. Takes pressure to overcome the binding, frees up and binds again.

 

[fishjumped]

Re: Power steering pump surge

I have no problem while going at high speed OK I am listening .. how do I diagnose this issue? remove the cable and try to move the outdrive? how free should it be? and yes I checked there is No trim tab..... problem is evedent at low speeds it is the beginning part when the wheel is harder to turn then suddenly power steering when 1/4 wheel turn happens.

Sounds to me like the steering cable is binding in the tube it goes into on the power steering cylinder. Corrosion builds up and bind the system. Takes pressure to overcome the binding, frees up and binds again.

 

[Don S]

Re: Power steering pump surge

To start with, turn the wheel to starboard, all the way. Then disconnect clevis pin B. Now turn the wheel port and starboard. It should move easily with no binding both directions. Does it, is it the same or different?