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It is a 2001 model.
The full ID tag on the clamp bracket reads:
Model: Yamaha 50GETO (62F block, Long shaft)
Year: 2001
Serial Number: 504715
The link I provided to the PDF file contains photos and the engine's identification plate.
In the photos, you can see the marks from driving a screwdriver in and tapping it with a hammer to separate the bracket and prevent any friction between it and the wooden backing plate it rests on... In addition to clearing out all the sealant from the entire area, at least as far as I could reach.
Thanks for the feedback!
Regarding sliding the Trim & Tilt unit out without removing the clamp bracket: on my specific Yamaha 50GETO model (62F block), it is physically impossible to extract the PTT unit with both clamp brackets in place. The body of the electric motor and the hydraulic...
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I am writing to the forum to seek guidance from anyone with experience in disassembling the Power Trim & Tilt (PTT) assembly on 3-cylinder, 2-stroke Yamaha outboard motors (models 50/60/70 HP, 62F / 6H3 block), specifically on a Yamaha 50GETO, model 62F, long shaft (L), serial...
