Reusing Outdrive Attachment Nuts

[rkilpa]

How many times can the 6 nuts be reused when removing and reinstalling the SX outdrive? My manual says they should not be reused but I can't find replacements, and I've been reusing mine since new. ​Should I be concerned? What source should I be using to find replacements? Thank you.

 

[Fun Times]

If the plastic material of the nylock nut is worn out and the nut seems rather easy to install with very little effort then replacing the nuts should be considered....Being an 1997, and if the drive is removed often then yes you should consider buying new ones from Volvo soon.

Item number 77 Volvo part number 3853329,
http://www.volvopentastore.com/Uppe...*****.144068381--store_id.366--view_id.779320

Here's your complete parts list for you,
http://www.volvopentastore.com/Tran...on_id.144068381--store_id.366--view_id.779314

http://www.iboats.com/Boat-Parts-Ac...9--searched.1--**********.986006566?q=3853329

How's the trim pin bushings and grommets holding up? Item numbers 76 & 78, 3853423 3853424
http://www.iboats.com/Boat-Parts-Ac...3--searched.1--**********.986006566?q=3853423
http://www.iboats.com/Boat-Parts-Ac...4--searched.1--session_id.986006566?q=3853424

 

[rkilpa]

Wow! Thank you for taking the time to reply with the links and everything. Very, very helpful.

 

[jerryjerry05]

IF???? the nut come off easily.
Use a spot of silicone or ​Loktite.
Not a fix just a way to stop them from backing off.