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I am trying to mount the trim unit for a 1979 evinrude 85hp. Do I need to loosen and remove the stern brackets in order to mount the unit between them, is there a trick or an easier way?
I have an 85 hp evinrude that I have been having issues with the power trim. I purchased a new motor but when I hooked it up the trim still does not work. The electric motor works fine but it connects to a hyraulic oil pump, correct? I tried to spin the pump manually with a screwdriver but it is...
I just purchased a motor for the trim assembly on my 1979 Ranger bass boat. The assembly was not on the boat when I purchased it two weeks ago. When I install it, will there be an obvious spot to connect the three wires from the motor?
Please forgive my lack of knowledge, I just purchased my first boat. I purchased a '79 Ranger bass boat with an 85 hp Evinrude outboard and I am looking to change the lower end gear lube.
I had a friend go to the local marine store a purchase gear lube for me and when he returned, they were...
