Merc Power T/T very hard to find!?!?

[MountainManMyke]

Hey guys, I have a 1978 Merc 80hp. I am looking for power trim for this motor and it's really tough. I have seen many different styles for late 70's early 80's motors and I know I need the unit that has the pump seperated and it is usually mounted inside the boat. My question is, what is that style of unit called so I can search for a used one on Ebay and also how many different kinds and sizes are there that are of this style of power t/t?

Thanks guys

 

[Flossyb20]

Re: Merc Power T/T very hard to find!?!?

Before you do all the searching, you should consider a T/T from a later engine - I just replaced the stlye trim you're looking for with an integral trim from a 1984 80hp. The two things you'll need to do are to make sure you get the swivel mount (bolts to the mid-section and transom) and you'll have to wire up a switch and get the solenoids. Being that you don't have a system at all, this would be the way to go, as these systems are alot more common and easier to find. If you're interested in doing this, shoot me a PM and I'll send some pics of how I did it.