1975 75 HP Model# 75543-B tilt tube replacement ?

[Jeffman3]

I have a 1975 75 HP l Model # 75543-b. I know the motor has good compression and spark. (I hired out that testing)

The steering cable is froze solid in the tilt tube! (when I say froze solid, I mean SOLID!) I'm thinking about cutting the cable, disconnecting the control cables, and pulling the motor. If I'm going that far, I want to replace the tilt tube. ( I doubt I could get it cleaned up to an acceptable level! even if I could get it out.) I have yet to find a parts list for this job. (I don't know what If any thing I need except the tilt tube. Do I need any bushings, sleeves, bearings, etc..., I can't even find a line diagram of how it goes together? Yes I need a good manual, and parts book, I know this. I have yet to find one that says it has the info I need. I am reaching out for a life line on my project. I just don't know where to go from here.

 

[F_R]

Parts book right here at iboats. http://www.iboats.com/Exhaust-Housi...654880--session_id.565520289--view_id.1552804

With luck, the tilt tube slides right out once you remove the nut(s) off the end. With not so much luck you may have to beat it out. In that case, expect to need new plastic bushings.

Actually, I've beaten the steering cable out when it seemed hopeless. I hate that job.

 

[Chinewalker]

Drop me a PM as I think I've got the tube you need...

 

[Jeffman3]

Chinewalker PM sent.

 

[flyingscott]

Did you take the nut off of the end of the tilt tube that holds the steering cable.

 

[Jeffman3]

Did you take the nut off of the end of the tilt tube that holds the steering cable.

I lessened it, and the tilt tube can be drifted out. I will pull the motor and see about doing it after I get the replacement parts.

 

[racerone]

Remove the tilt tube and steering cable from the motor.---Now grind and split the tilt tube.-----Install a replacement tube.----Using a hammer may mushroom the cable and may cause issues.