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    Continued issues with stiff powersteering

    Hello, I have a 1988 alpha one gen one with stiff steering when pump is running. I've been trying tobaddreas this on and off for a few years no with no success. I'm taking the boat to the Ozarks next week so it's time to try again. My symptoms: If I disconnect the PS pump and drain it then I...
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    Sever power steering engine load and operation question

    Hello all. I've been fighting a power steering issue forever. Decided to tackle it this month be rebuilding my actuator (which I believe I did correctly) but it still doesnt work right. Moving the lever in any direction does nothing. If I loosen or tighten the adjustment nut it will extend or...
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    Power steering actuator issues

    I've been having steering issues and just now finding time to address them. I have an 88 Chaparral 198 and the original actuator didn't seem to actuate. Just rough steering. I ended up purchasing a new used actuator and before completely installing the unit I decided to hook up the hydraulic...
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    Chaparral radio box door replacement

    I’ve almost finished restoring a 1988 198xl and I’m down to fixing all the “little things”. One of the biggest issues is the hinges for my.... I guess I’ll call it the glove box? (It’s the flip up plexiglass door that has the radio in it and a lock on it). Anyway they are broken and I can’t...
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    Alpha one case split but not free

    First post here. Forgive me if already asked but I couldnt find my situation. I'm a little frustrated. I have an 87 alpha one gen 1 that I'm trying to replace the sea pump and I have removed ALL 6 bolts. The case split in the back but will not budge in the front at all. I've tried forward gear...
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