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I'm upgrading my electronics on my 2005 Formula 40PC, 496 MerCruiser Engines, VDrive (ZF transmissions) to the Axiom 12RV MFD

Would like to upgrade my boat with a Raymarine autopilot system, but do not know if I require a rudder reference sensor.

My steering system is as follows:
STEER CYLINDER BA1757TM HC5319 SeaStar Solutions

The pump selector suggests a Type 2 and ACU400.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Welcome to the Raymarine Forum mglodowski,

A rudder reference transducer is supplied with each ACU-200 and ACU-400. The system will not require that a rudder reference transducer be installed to support operation. However, should performance be found to be unsatisfactory or if operating a slow / trolling speeds, then it is strongly recommended that the included rudder reference transducer be installed.
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