From: "Leland Robinson" <lwrobinson942@earthlink.net> >When I tried turning the >rudder with the hand tiller, it wouldn't turn. I presumed that in order to >use the hand tiller I will need to disconnect the hydraulic ram. Is that >true, or can I simply depressurize the hydraulic system? In other words, if -------------------- Choice one: have bypass valves installed. Allows the fluid to travel between both sides of the ram. Since I am seem to unable to do fuel plumbing work without creating a leak, someone more skilled then me should tell you how to install one without leaking! Two: Or you need a mechanical disconnect between the rudder and the ram. Nordhavn uses the valve approach, which is the easier ansd fast method, but costs more to install.