A little spring cleaning and oil/lower unit changes went down last weekend, and during the process I tried to turn the helm to port a bit, and *pop* suddenly I'm free-wheeling. Can turn the motor to starboard, but port just spins.

Push hard on the motor to port and no joy. Pull the helm pump and disconnect, motor glides to port (and hydraulic fluid shows at the helm).

Now I have the helm in hand, and am wondering if I can rebuild it or if I must replace it. Most folks talk about rebuilds when a seal goes, can I rebuild the pump itself (or pay someone to do this?)? Or just plunk down $400 for a new pump?

Thoughts appreciated!
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