Hydraulic Systems

Precision Control for High-Load Rigging

Hydraulics allow tremendous precision and control — and given the enormous loads in many rigging systems, have become a necessity for large racing sailboats.

Rigworks has the expertise to spec, install, and service your hydraulic systems, whether simple backstay adjusters or more complicated central pump units driving numerous onboard hydraulic devices.

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Certified Hydraulics Service Center
Years of experience repairing and maintaining hydraulic systems across all major brands. We have the tooling and expertise most shops don’t.
Special Tooling Required
Hydraulic hose fabrication, cylinder service, and fitting installation require experience and specialized equipment. These aren’t jobs for most boaters.

Hydraulic service from $190/hr  ·  Certified service center for all major brands Book Today

What We Service

Hydraulic Services

From boom vangs to central pump systems — we spec, install, and service the full range of marine hydraulic equipment.

Hydraulic Boom Vangs

Including position indicators. Vangs help control sail shape and, when designed right, can function as topping lifts. Hydraulics give you instant, precise, and powerful control over this high-load equipment.

Integral Backstay Adjusters

Hydraulic backstay adjusters are the industry standard for foolproof operation and minimal service. Get perfect tension with just a few strokes. We handle seal replacements as a certified service center.

Cylinders & Hose Fabrication

From small self-contained units to larger central pumps driving multiple devices — we fabricate and install hoses and fittings to the task, with the right tooling to do it properly.

Quick Release Valves & Panels

Keep your crew and rig safe with proper installation of quick release valves and control panels. New Cam Valve technology is easier to use and more durable at higher pressures. We help you choose and install correctly.

Central Pump Systems

Spec and install central hydraulic pump units driving multiple onboard devices. We design systems that are reliable, serviceable, and suited to your boat’s layout and usage.

System Diagnostics & Repair

Leaking seals, pressure loss, sluggish response — we diagnose and repair hydraulic problems across all systems and brands with the experience to do it efficiently.

Brands We Service

We service hydraulic systems from all major marine manufacturers. If it’s on your boat, we know it.

Sailtec
Harken
Navtec
Reckmann
Ener-Pac
Power Team
Fleet-Hydrol
Cariboni

Need hydraulic service or installation?

We bill at $190/hr plus materials and work efficiently to get your boat back on the water fast.

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