1998 8 hp Tilt Lock

Rudles

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I've searched the forum here and plowed through many posts, most have had to do with reverse lock problems. None addressed my problem. I have a 1998 8 hp Merc and the tilt lock doesn't work. When I try to tilt the motor for trailering I put the tilt lock in lock position but as soon as I start to let the motor back down it clicks right past the lock as if the lock is worn. I have tried numerous searches for parts online and all I can find are parts for the swivel bracket, NO parts OR category for the transom mounting bracket. Since the tilt lock is attached to the mounting bracket I am assuming it would be shown as parts of that assembly.
 

Mi duckdown

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Re: 1998 8 hp Tilt Lock

Clean the complete mechanism with brake and see if that works. sometimes they get gummed up.
 

nicknight

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Re: 1998 8 hp Tilt Lock

I do not know about 8HP but my 40HP tiller has another bracket that is like a half lock....keeps motor from going down but not up.
My manual also says not to use the tilt lock while trailering.
I use mine but the downforce is taken by the transom saver.
 

Rudles

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Re: 1998 8 hp Tilt Lock

Thanx folks! I took it apart (it was very worn) and went to my local Mercury dealer (not expecting them to have such an obscure part in stock) Lo and behold they DID actually have 1 in stock. All fixed! Have a great day!
 
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