Outboard will not turn

[pcbguy]

I have a 1975 Johnson 40hp model # 40EL-75C that will not turn. Its the motor itself that will not turn. I am not sure what the part is called but it's where the engine would normally pivot when you turn the steering wheel. When I put the new cable on and had to straighten the engine is when I realized there was an issue there. It took a LOT of muscle to just get it to move a few inches. When I looked up the parts there didn't appear to be any bearings. I also couldn't find but 1 grease fitting on the bottom. I tilted the motor and looked everywhere on the top portion to see if I could grease it there but nothing. Can anyone tell me how to get my engine turning again?

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Outboard will not turn

You probably have an accumulation of crud in the steering mount. You are going to need to take it all apart and clean it out. I will bet that grease has not been coming out both the top and bottom of the steering when the single grease fitting is greased.

 

[gabe4560]

Re: Outboard will not turn

Hi, first get at any auto parts PB Blaster, then spray plenty to the moving parts and let the chemical do the work for at least 1/2 hour, then try to move it it should be more easy to move, then spray it again and do the cycle 2 or 3 times it should do the work, if not the nasty part take it all apart and clean it out.

 

[pcbguy]

Re: Outboard will not turn

Thanks for the help guys!