1974 50 HP Won't Tilt

[Brer B.]

Searched the forum, but couldn't find the answer.

"New" old Johnson motor. Tilt Lock lever will move the claws away from the Thrust Rod, but the motor will not move. Is there something else locking it up inside that I can't see or is it frozen up somewhere?

Thanks,
Brer B.

 

[Camo Joe]

Re: 1974 50 HP Won't Tilt

Is it power tilt/trim?

Make sure its in neutral............

It could be frozen up if it has set for a long time.........if none of the above spay it with lube for a few days...........

 

[Brer B.]

Re: 1974 50 HP Won't Tilt

It's totally manual, not a power tilt. Motor probably hasn't been lifted in at least four years.

Brer B.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 1974 50 HP Won't Tilt

rust, dried up grease. spray PB Blaster on the joints.

 

[bthompson]

Re: 1974 50 HP Won't Tilt

On my 65, I have to start lifting while moving the tilt lever to the "run" position. I know I have something just slightly bent, but haven't gotten to it, yet.

 

[Brer B.]

Re: 1974 50 HP Won't Tilt

Problem Solved !!

Several doses of PB Blaster + Time + A bit of strong arming got it working again.

Thanks for the help,
Brer B.