uh o, my thingamajig is loose :(

[evinice66]

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[sschefer]

Re: uh o, my thingamajig is loose

It appears, by the picture, it's the lower mount. If its just the cover that's loose that can be tightened but if the mount or mount bolt is broken that must be replaced before use.

The trim/tilt ram leaking is an issue that should be dealt with by a qualifed hydraulic repair shop or just replaced. Eventually you will run out of fluid and the engine will not stay in position properly.

My suspicion is that someone hit something hard, but who knows.

 

[ufm82]

Re: uh o, my thingamajig is loose

Is it a 2.5L? If so it's one of the tougher Mercs on the market- been around a long time. Run it like you stole it. LOL

 

[Doernuth]

Re: uh o, my thingamajig is loose

Tighten with the doohickey, check with a whatsit, fix the hydro leak and keep on boating.

 

[evinice66]

Re: uh o, my thingamajig is loose

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[evinice66]

Re: uh o, my thingamajig is loose

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[sschefer]

Re: uh o, my thingamajig is loose

on the bottoom part that is circled there is 2 bolts that come out on either side, but the part on top that fits into it seems like it needs a bearing in there?it just wiggles back and forth the whole lower unit. i dont see anything that i can tighten.

i cant seem to find any model/serial numbers anywhere. i have no idea what kind of motor this is other than a v6 2stroke carburated motor. can someone direct me to them?

thanks for the replys!

The serial number is on the right side of the transom bracket. If it is a 2000 200hp motor it's a good one. I'd order a owners manual that explains how to flush these Salty's.

Usually, a Saltwater motor has about half (or less) the longevity of a fresh water motor. Once corrosion sets in it doesn't necessarily mean that the engine will fall apart but if you have a problem that corrosion can make it very difficult to work on. Many times motors are permanently broken trying to fix them.

On the upside, a Salty that's only been run in fresh water will be able to withstand a lot more abuse by the elements.