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    OMC 800 Tilt - Need help!

    I'll have to see if I can reach the motor from inside. When I replaced it, I had the transom seal off. I didn't pull the shaft out, just the worm gear. But could it be possible the thrust washers could be worn out, causing the hammer blow coupling to drag? The outdrive does go up and down...
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    OMC 800 Tilt - Need help!

    I cleaned and greased the trunnions. The drive lifts easily by hand. I believe the switch is ok, because the motor and gears spin freely without the drive attached. The thermal overload can be an issue. I've noticed if I try repeatedly, it stops trying to turn. I'm wondering if maybe my new...
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    OMC 800 Tilt - Need help!

    I'm trying to revive a boat with a 1985 OMC 800. Before it was put away, about 12 years ago, I had trouble with the tilt. Almost certain it was the motor. Sitting for so long didn't help with the other components. So here is what I have done so far.....replaced the motor with a Sierra brand...
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