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Hi spankybear,
Yes sir. The boom will swivel 360. I agree that the picture gives the impression that wires travel through... On the page with part numbers - it references Figure 497. I just assumed it to be correct.
I can only assume that "wires through" isn't possible because in training...
spankybear,
TM-9-2320-272-24P-2 image of what I called the "rotation manifold". TM calls it a "Hydraulic Swivel Assembly" Picture below...
I haven't removed mine since with no spare - the truck would be dead in the water. It passes fluid with no leaks. Just not 24v power. Could be Ground...
spankybear, I believe coachgeo is most likely correct.
Repairs with whole unit replacement are a lot like these slushbox transmissions... Not taking anything away from those who served - but there simply isn't anything LESS COMPLICATED than a manual transmission. No sensors, no air powered...