Parts Needed For Garmin Checkvalve Install

[LMRanger]

While motoring in my RT25SC the steering in manual and AutoPilot wanders all over the place.
I believe from what I've read I need to install the Garmin Check Valve Kit.
I have all of the listed part numbers, but do I need the two new hoses shown in the photo that go from the pump to the check valve body???
If so what is the part number and description of those hoses??

Tired of manual correction,

Ralph
RT25SC
Puffin
LMRanger

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City: La Mesa
State/Province: CA
Ranger/Cutwater Model: R-25 SC
Vessel Name: Puffin

 

[Stardust]

Figure out where you go to mount it measure the hoses you need go to a hydraulic shop. You should be able to get all the fittings and they will make the hoses for you.

 

[Marnis]

Hi Ralph,

I have a 2018 RT31CB. I had been having the steering issues many other Ranger Tug owners have had over the years. I had topped up and bled the air out of the hydraulic steering system several times over the years. Most of the time I use my autopilot and have no steering issues. When steering in manual mode I would have to constantly correct and the steering would never lock out in either direction. I made the mistake of not pursuing the problem while still under warranty. Finally last Spring 2023 I got contact information at Garmin and laid out my case for a free valve kit since there was a history of issues among many Ranger owners. After providing the requested information, Garmin sent me the check valve assembly at no charge. I paid my local dealer to install the check valve and provide the additional hoses. The job still cost me labor and some incidentale hoses and couplers but I did not have to pay for the check valve kit. This is the contact information that I used. Good luck.

Michael Villaverde
Marine Service and Warranty Administrator
Garmin International
1200 E. 151st Street
Olathe, KS 66062
Phone: 913-440-7493
marinewarranty@Garmin.com