Force 35 bracket

I have a 1991 Force 35hp outboard. It's electric start but does not have power trim/tilt. It's on a 14' dory. When I'm travelling by road I normally put a bar across to stop the motor from dropping. However, that last time I was taking it out of the water the trailer bumped up onto the jetty and the engine bounced on the bracket that keeps the engine up. The bolt that holds this bracket up has snapped off and went into the water, lost. Now I need to find a replacement but don't know where to look. The bolt is about 8mm in diamater. The head was about 17-20 mm hex but only about 2.5 - 3 mm thick (To allow clearance when the motor is lowered.)<br /><br />I think the bolt should also have some kind of a clearence sleeve, but not sure.<br /><br />Anyone know what this bracket or bolt is called, or where I might start looking?<br /><br />I've tried searching this forum but could not find similar problem.

Re: Force 35 bracket

Try looking here Swivel bracket <br /><br />Maybe item 35

Re: Force 35 bracket

#24 trailering tilt lock ?<br /><br /> http://www.mercruiserparts.com/Show...75/5.png&inbr=1348&bnbr=2&bdesc=SUPPORT+PLATE

Re: Force 35 bracket

Guys, Thanks for the quick response. Unfortunately it's neither of these. Ive trawled through that site and cannot find a match. I'll either do up a rough sketch, or take a photo of the bracket and post it later.

Re: Force 35 bracket

I beleive the bolt you're looking for is the same as on my 1987 engine. I've seen them at www.mcmaster.com You might not want to order internationaly, but at least you can identify the bolt and print a picture.

Re: Force 35 bracket

Thanks L.I. I've checked mcmaster but cannot find a match. Think it's best that I post a photo.