Ouch. Cutting corners......and then the hook happens.

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2 hours ago, fishinwrench said:

Wrench tip:.   If you run hydraulic steering..... always run the motor back and forth (lock to lock) before you take off, especially on cool mornings.   And if the steering wheel doesn't lock tight in both directions don't leave the ramp until you top off the fluid.

Good advice. 
Mike