I am trying to remove the lower section on my 1988 Mercruiser Alpha 2.5L (1988 Thunder Craft regency 162 restoration). This particular model appears to have only 4 total bolts holding the lower to the upper section. One under the trim tab zinc, one on the very forward end center, and one on each side forward. I had expected to find 2 bolts on each side based on my repair manual and what I have reviewed on YouTube, but I can't find any others than the 4 I found. In any event, the two sections won't separate. I have "massaged" the lower section with a block of wood and hammer as much as I dare, but nothing is moving. I am afraid I am missing a bolt somewhere but I sure can't find it. Any advice on how to proceed will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Richard.
Thanks,
Richard.