steve77, I think you've decided on the simple fix (e.g., replacing the hydraulics with mechanical or fixed rigging). However, if you're still interested in repairing what you have, the closest
service location to
La Paz is Rigworks (
San Diego Rigging Specialists | Rigworks Sailing Systems | Marine Shop) located on Shelter Island (2540 Shelter Island Drive, Suite E,
San Diego, CA 92106; tel. 619-223-3788) in
San Diego. They replaced the standing
rigging on my Cal39 prior to cruising the
west coast of Mexico in 2008. They're friendly, energetic, professional and do good
work. If you were interested in getting the rams repaired you could make arrangements through Club Cruceros at Marina de La Paz to get the
hardware transported to San Diego, repaired and shipped back. It might require several weeks and more than a few pesos for the
rebuild, but it can be done reasonably easily. You should be able to get a repair quote, either by
phone or e-mail, prior to taking further action. Good luck, whatever you ultimately decide to do.