1978 Mercury 140 HP

[russk1]

I removed my engine for repair and upon re-installing a hydraulic hose lines for the trim, it went in crooked and will not hold a seal. Any suggestions on how to repair it?

 

[SpinnerBait_Nut]

Re: 1978 Mercury 140 HP

Welcome to iboats Russk, let's get this to the forum for you.
Merc/Mariner Outboard forum.

 

[Chris1956]

Re: 1978 Mercury 140 HP

Russ, If you stripped the hose threads on a T/T cylinder, you may need to get a new cylinder housing. An OB Junk yard is the best place, followed by e-BAY. Same goes for the valve body. You may be able to tap it to the next size and a reducer to match the hose.

 

[Clams Canino]

Re: 1978 Mercury 140 HP

If you're real lucky you can put it back in straight with some teflon tape and it'lll hold. IF you're lucky.

Do you feel lucky? Well, do ya?

-W