bad seal between transom and tilt-trim motor on sea=drive

[hp123]

I finally put my boat in the water, and water was leaking around the tilt/trim motor. Is it possible to replace a gasket without removing the entire sea-drive?

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: bad seal between transom and tilt-trim motor on sea=drive

hp123<br /><br />Can you give us some more info?When I first read (my problem here) I thought sail drive and passed it by.OMC had a seadrive,but I don't think that's what you have.Do you have a stern drive?<br /><br />DHP

 

[hp123]

Re: bad seal between transom and tilt-trim motor on sea=drive

hi there! Yup, its a "sea-drive" with a 1.6L v4 hanging off the end. I found a posting on tilt/trim that might be helpful, but am afraid of tinkering with the hydraulic rams. I've extended the motor in the full up position, and blocked it. Can I disconnect the four bolts that hold the engine hydraulic cylinder? If so, I could then remove the tilt/trim unit and re-align it, and possibly fit a new gasket or use a sealant and snug it tight. Sound right?

 

[Solittle]

Re: bad seal between transom and tilt-trim motor on sea=drive

hp - You need the OMC shop & parts manual to mess with those SeaDrives. They may still be available. I have a pair of 1987s.<br /><br /> http://www.theoutboardwizard.bizhosting.com/parts_service_and_owners_manuals.html

 

[Bob in Calif.]

Re: bad seal between transom and tilt-trim motor on sea=drive

HP123.......<br /><br />I have several years of factory Sea Drive manuals I don't need, that are new or at least excellent condition. What year/model do you have?<br /><br />...Bob in Calif...

 

[hp123]

Re: bad seal between transom and tilt-trim motor on sea=drive

Hi Guys! I have a manual, but it has very vague descriptions. It is a 1985 1.6 Litre OMC.