Alpha 1 Trim problems

rwilkers

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:confused: Outboard trim works very sluggishly and trailer function does not work at all. Controls appear to be working properly, motor is running, fluid is clear and topped up . My assumption is that the hydraulic pump, the valves or the trim cylinders are the issue. Never worked on this system before, any suggestions on what to check first?
 

JB

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Re: Alpha 1 Trim problems

Alpha 1 is not an outboard, Rick. It is an Outdrive.<br /><br />Moving this to Mercruiser I/O forum.
 

rwilkers

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Re: Alpha 1 Trim problems

I can certainly do that but I am curious, I assumed the solenoids function is to take a low current switch signal, energize the solenoid (switch) to power the pump. The pump appears to be running, at least I hear the noise from it and there is a small amount of movement on the trim rams, just VERY slow.
 
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