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I have the engine hanging on a hoist without the transom mounting bracket. The pivot action is very stiff. Since I am just learning boat engine terminology I think it is the "swivel bracket" that is not moving as freely as it should.
What is the correct procedure for disassembly? I have an...
Just got my first fishing boat and upon inspection of the engine i noticed almost all the hose connections were secured with tywraps/zipties on the 89' 50 hp Evinrude.
I don't have a problem w/ tywraps persay but is there use on a boat engine really recommended?
