Gimbal Ring Bolt stripped - Suggestions ?

[rcflyboyjr]

Attempting to rebuild gimbal but ran into this tough allen. Tried easy outs but rusted sold. Suggestions on removal. Do i have to drill and retap ? Can i use metal saw to cut upper shaft to get ring and housing out? Bellows bearing and all the bushings need replaced. Entire assembly has a ton of play. Im ok with getting a rebuilt assembly but that one allen retainer bolt seems to be holding me back. Any suggestions on how to proceed.

This is on a 1975 Webcraft 888 Sterndrive

 

[alldodge]

Seeing silicone around the transom assembly I would suggest pulling the motor and removing the entire assembly.

Need to apply some heat to it, but not enough to melt the aluminum

 

[chs marine service]

yes, you can go in there with the sawzall and cut the steering shaft, you may need a hardened blade. be carefull not to damege the gimbal or the ring when the blade is going too and fro