nut under pillow block

[rcupp]

1989 Johnson 200 GT what do i have to remove to get to large nut under pillow block at the bottom of swivel bracket. thanks for all information.

 

[alcan]

Re: nut under pillow block

Hi rcupp<br /> The manual states "Remove the steering shaft lock nut". "DISCARD THE NUT". Sounds easy enough, ya? Apparently this rascal is a staked nut. Installation states " Install the lower mount bracket and a new locking nut with its unstaked side facing the mount bracket. aline the bracket with the steering arm and tourque to 130-150 ft.lbs." With that kind of torque and maybe a little corrosion this could be a challenge. This info is from an OEM manual by the way. They are using a large breaker bar and socket. An impact gun may be easier. I hope this helps.

 

[rcupp]

Re: nut under pillow block

i need to know whatn has to come off to get at the nut

 

[alcan]

Re: nut under pillow block

Hi Rcupp<br /> Bud, you going to have to be way more detailed in what your asking. Where are you at in this project? What are you trying to repair? Ya gotta write us a picture of the situation, we can't see much from this end.

 

[93bronco]

Re: nut under pillow block

i dont know if you should remove that nut until you have removed all the weight.<br />to service the bracket the book says-<br />1> remove powerhead<br />2> remove gearcase<br />3> remove exhaust housing<br />4> remove boats steering system as required.<br />i would also remove the tilt and trim so its not damaged.

 

[rcupp]

Re: nut under pillow block

the motor shakes bad i thought the motor mounts were bad but was told the nut on bottom backs off and acts the way i described.go to www.boaterssupply.com and click johnson then 1989then midsection and th diagram is there the nut is 13 part

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: nut under pillow block

Rcupp..... The engine shakes bad due to the splines being stripped at either the lower m/mt bracket or the steering shaft (or both). And of course the large nut that you're refering to is what retains those items.<br /><br />To remove and replace the nut, you must remove the upper and lower motor mount bolts, then back the entire engine away from the swivel bracket assy.

 

[rcupp]

Re: nut under pillow block

does the lower unit have to come off also do you have to lift motor with a crane or how?

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: nut under pillow block

Rcupp.... Yes, the lower unit must be removed first as the shift rod runs right up through the steering shaft. And unless you have a couple friends who are awfully strong, yep, you'll need a hoist of some kind to lift that engine up and out of the swivel bracket.