Re: merc 100
Archives are full of info. I know that I have discussed it several times.
I am not currently familiar with the lower unit on your year model engine, but with a lot of engines, the bolts/nuts/screws that allow the lower unit to be removed are pretty obvious except one which is a hex socket and is located beneath the trim tab......you have to remove the trim tab and look up in the hole to see it.
HTH
Mark