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um one thing the motor is missing the tilt trim section.

Yeah... I noticed that at the time of purchase and negotiated down $300 for it. What I didn't know was that I can buy the part for $1,049.00!!! Haven't decided what to do about the engine yet. I'll get a mechanics opinion.

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Originally Posted by awthacker (Post 164189)

I don't know if it will work, but this fella lives up the road from me.

Tilt and Trim Unit - $400 (Wilmington Island)

Date: 2010-10-09, 10:39AM EDT
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I have a tilt and trim unit I have taken from my 140 Evinrude. I'm asking $400 or best offer. It is in good working order. You can call me at 912 660 2500.

Chris

Location: Wilmington Island
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That might be a good opportunity to get a used one, but I'm not sure what I'll do yet. I need a professional opinion on whether my motor is reliable, or if I should just re-power.

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Originally Posted by awthacker (Post 164046)

I think I should probably also take the engine in for an inspection & probable rebuild... or does anyone recommend doing this myself? I did check compression and the cylinders were consistent at 75 lbs, but I haven't researched the OEM specs for it yet.

If you are at all thinking about doing it yourself, I would recommend jumping right in. You said in a later post you were considering of repowering as an option. If that's true, you don't have much to lose other than some time and the cost of a manual. Forget the Clymer or Seloc, get a real one. I found a factory manual for mine, cost $75.

Its really not that hard a skill to learn, although there are those that just do not seem to have any aptitude for mechanical work.

As for compression, 75psi seems a little low, but it still might be enough to fire. Having the same psi reading on each cylinder is more important than an absolute number. But if the compression is too low, the gas/air mix won't ignite. search for the thread "awakening a sleeping outboard" over at iboats.com,

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Originally Posted by peiserma (Post 164316)

As for compression, 75psi seems a little low, but it still might be enough to fire. Having the same psi reading on each cylinder is more important than an absolute number.

Very true..but also keep in mind that this engine has been sitting for a while... It's likely that the rings are stuck in place from sitting.. To do a proper compression test start the engine and let it run for a while..
Let it come up to operating temp.. Then pull the compression test. It will give you a more accurate reading.

Additionally, If it were me I'd get a portable tank, fill it with fresh gas and oil and a double shot of Seafoam and run the engine with that gas for a while (15 mins or so) In a lot of cases the Seafoam will cut through the gunk and free up the rings.

DO NOT REV THE ENGINE while on earmuffs.. Idle speed only please..

Anyone think this is worth picking up. The guy says its from a 150 hp (mines 185).

http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/boa/2007210267.html

hey im selling my power tilt,i bought it a while ago for a motor,but i sold it and never put this unit on.it is what u see.the only side thats hooked up is the tilt,so it does work and its in good shape.if this works for you please let me know 904-210-6181

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