Ok, I am pulling my hair out on this.
1983 Formula 23f 233 LS Mercruiser 260 with PRE-Alpha one serial # 5901870
I found this post and it seems to be the same problem I am having.
Possible part #52 issue.
BUT all of the links are broken, and I can't seem to figure out where this magic washer...
I am stuck with this project and looking for advice.
1983 Formula Thunderbird 23ft with the Mercruiser 260 and PRE-Alpha One drive. It is the one with fins on the top sides and a lifting hook on the top cap.
The back story is a few years ago I was at Jackson lake with the family, the 9 year old...