OMC Outdrive removal instructions?

[johnbo]

Hi,

I've ordered a service manual for my buddies 1991 OMC Cobra, but it will take a couple of days to arrive. I'd really like to get started on the removal process. Can someone point me at an article or a message or a website that describes the process?

I've pulled my Volvo/OMC SX drive using my V/P service manuals. I'll have a copy of the applicable Seloc manual (not my favorite), but I'd like to know a bit more.

The bit that I'm the most worried about is the handling of the shift linkage. On my Volvo, this was no problem. But, I know that the OMC is somewhat more complex or at least has a couple of gotcha's.

I tried searching, but as others have noted, some tuning of the search system will be needed...

Thanks in advance,

johnbo

 

[lrlima]

Re: OMC Outdrive removal instructions?

For my Cobra (1993) I just put it in nuetral, removed the trim rams, and then removed the six bolts holding the drive. If you have help (or a strong back), it should be pretty straight forward. The shift linkage did not get in the way when removing.

 

[johnbo]

Re: OMC Outdrive removal instructions?

Hi Irlima,

Thanks for the pointer. This doesn't sound too bad.

Later,

johnbo

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: OMC Outdrive removal instructions?

the linkage isn`t the problem. accidently dropping the drive on to the linkage causes the brass sleeve on the cable to break.the shift slide/arm should not be able to move up ,down, or sideways.pull the drive straight back untill the linkage is clear.

 

[johnbo]

Re: OMC Outdrive removal instructions?

Hi Bt Doctur,

Thanks for the help. Sounds like a painful learning experience. I used the same 2x4 contraption to slide the outdrive off that I used for my Volvo SX. The main reason was so that I could do it by myself.

Thanks for the warning.

johnbo