1980's 75HP Chrysler outboard lifts out of water in reverse.

[ShaneB23]

Hello all,

I just bought a 1980's Peterborough Bowrider with a 75HP Chrysler outboard motor. It runs fantastically. However, I am trailering the boat and am quite unfamiliar with manual tilt/trim motors. When I put the motor back down when I'm in the water and put the stainless steel pin in one of the holes to keep the motor from going all the way down, it will hold it up no problem. However, when I go into reverse the engine tried to fly up out of the water.

Is there a way to lock it for when it's in reverse or did I just rev a little too high? If I keep my throttle low in reverse will I be fine? Sorry I'm new to this!

 

[flyingscott]

Look for a manual lock on the motor. Usually a lever on the side of it.

 

[ShaneB23]

Look for a manual lock on the motor. Usually a lever on the side of it.

Are you talking about the tilt lock that I use when the motor is fully raised for trailering to stop it from falling?

 

[flyingscott]

That lock usually works 2 ways. When it's down put the lever back in the lock position and see if that locks it down. If not try putting the lever the other way and see if it locks.

 

[ShaneB23]

Okay I will try that as soon as I'm home from work. Thank you very much!