Tilt lock for 1979 4hp Evinrude (4904)?

[bogamilsan]

I'm new to boating and this is my first outboard. I'm not sure if this motor is supposed to have a tilt lock -- ie. a way to lock the engine in place when launching so it doesn't scrape the bottom.

Does anyone know if it's capable of doing so?

Here is a pic of the motor: http://www.smalloutboards.com/images/e479/boat-Evinrude-4-hp-Outboard.jpg

Thanks in advance!

PS. Any tips to operate it are welcome!

 

[Don Hansen]

The motor is held up by friction. To adjust the amount of friction look at the mounting bracket between the 2 mounting screws. It's somewhat hidden but you should see a large hex head screw. Adjust it in or out so the motor tilts with the force you want.

DLH

 

[nwcove]

just tighten the nut on the bolt that goes through the hinge point. dont over do it tho.

 

[Don Hansen]

Sorry about the mix up. The correct adjustment for the tilt friction is a nut on the right side of the mounting bracket.

DLH