Factory steering or modified?

Denko

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While installing my auto-pilot I disconnected one of my lines, and when reinstalled looked to be leaking. I figured I would just replace the compression nut and sleeve, but the nut seems to be an AN -6 size compression, which I can't find locally. I don't want to order it sight unseen. So now I'm thinking just replace the hose, and am wondering if this set-up is from the factory or no. I thought the use of a ~14" hose would ensure correct port/starboard connection, but Seastar fittings are standard 3/8" compression. So is this a Grady install, or cobbled together by a previous owner?
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v8boatbuilder

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The copper is factory Grady. Not sure about the rubber hose though, looks custom. Newer Grady's just use pre-made SeaStar hoses, which is the right way to do it.