[CA] [CA11] Help choosing A/P please

[Captain Starbucks]

Hi Chuck,

I need help choosing a new autopilot system. I'd like to keep my current pump if possible.

BOAT:
Weight -10,000 lb loaded
Power-Single straight shaft diesel
Volts-12 VDC
Steering Ram - 7.2 cu in Seastar
Currently installed pump -Raymarine Protor 1A 800CC
Currently installed A/P - S1000 with S100 remote
Currently installed MFD - e127

I operate in the Pacific Northwest in the ocean. I need a system that won't panic every time the water gets rough.

Thank you,

Rob

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Welcome to the Raymarine Forum Starbucks,

The specified pump, which is part of the S1000 autopilot system, would not have been recommended for a vessel of this size and a steering ram of this capacity. A Type 1 Hydraulic Pump would have been recommended for this application. The Type 1 Hydraulic Pump is included within the T70330 EV-150 Hydraulic and would be applicable if the vessel features a 12VDC power distribution system.