Tilt and trim......and pin?

[larky]

Greetings. I have recently acquired a 1984 70hp. This is my first outboard with power tilt and trim. I'm not sure how exactly to use the tilt,trim pin. which hole should I have the pin in? I'm guessing I should put it in a hole that would allow me to trim the motor too low. My thought is that I should be able to adjust it on both sides of the "sweet spot". Any advice is appreciated, thanks

 

[racerone]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

Put the pin in the hole closest to the transom and leave it there.

 

[larky]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

Ok, I might be over thinking this, but why the other holes then?

 

[boobie]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

For different applications but when you have T/T put it in the lower hole.

 

[achris]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

Ok, I might be over thinking this, but why the other holes then?

For models without PTT... (Power Trim & Tilt)...

 

[larky]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

Thanks guys. It was a simple question, but I wanted to make sure I wouldnt damage the trim cylinder.

 

[racerone]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

Is your unit power trim and tilt ?------A tilt only unit was available as well.----Is the hydraulic package mounted externally ?

 

[larky]

Re: Tilt and trim......and pin?

No, it's the whole power tilt and trim "factory" unit. Thanks for clarifying though. I am excited to Be able to tune this thing while on plane. And also while at the ramp it won't be like pulling a dead cow up out of the water, like my last outboard.