Hi there- I have a 85 Bayliner with AQ125A, 270 and after doing some repairs on the engine (installed) I'm now following the remaining issues..I'd like to get at the water intake hose fitting and replace it, since it is sucking air (confirmed).
I started the process of removing the top assembly of the outdrive, etc. After removing the two 8mm allen bolts holding the helmet pin on, I have struggled to figure out how to remove the pin. I have the Clymer manual, the 270 manual, 125a, etc. and it says there are two 'rods' to help remove it. Took a couple of smaller allen wrenches to those side holes and tried wiggling, penetrating oil, banging a bit to loosen, etc. Should this pin easily lift out? I can't see how I can take the top part of the drive off without removing this beast. I've attached a pic showing exactly where I'm at (I like pics).
Many thanks for ideas if anyone's got 'em. I am stumped.
[I almost had to post 'how do I take out a siezed drain plug on my outdrive' but several bangs with a hammer and punch on the bolt knocked it loose...so I'm not afraid to bang things!!]
Cheers,
Mark
I started the process of removing the top assembly of the outdrive, etc. After removing the two 8mm allen bolts holding the helmet pin on, I have struggled to figure out how to remove the pin. I have the Clymer manual, the 270 manual, 125a, etc. and it says there are two 'rods' to help remove it. Took a couple of smaller allen wrenches to those side holes and tried wiggling, penetrating oil, banging a bit to loosen, etc. Should this pin easily lift out? I can't see how I can take the top part of the drive off without removing this beast. I've attached a pic showing exactly where I'm at (I like pics).
Many thanks for ideas if anyone's got 'em. I am stumped.
[I almost had to post 'how do I take out a siezed drain plug on my outdrive' but several bangs with a hammer and punch on the bolt knocked it loose...so I'm not afraid to bang things!!]
Cheers,
Mark