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My 1997 mercruiser trim is stuck in the up position. Left it up for a couple of weeks and then it wouldn't go down. The motor runs when I press the down switch and I verified that the solenoid was engaging. I have stood on the lower unit when the down switch was pressed and it still didn't...
It appears my main seal is leaking. I have oil that drips down behind the large flange at the back of the engine when the engine is run. After a couple of hours of running, I am getting about a shot glass full of oil in the bilge. I understand that the repair would include pulling the engine...
The carpeting on my boat is worn through and needs replacing. I live in Tampa, FL and want to use something other than carpet. What is the best option that will stand up to salt water and the sun and won't be too hot. The old carpet was directly over fiberglass.
Replaced the manifold and gasket and still have the problem. Didn't see any cracks. Wondering if it could be the gasket below the cylinder head assembly.
