Need recommendation on fixing tilt trim. Blew a seal this morning.
Need recommendation on fixing tilt trim. Blew a seal this morning.
2010 BassCat Cougar
2010 Mercury 250 ProXS
Minn Kota 36V/112
Lowrance HDS 12's
Hydrowave
Blew what seal? Tilt or trim? I would talk to Charles at mare for his recommendation. But most times now they want you to buy an entire unit at $1500. I tried a hydraulic shop and wound up with a bunch of problems. If I had it to doit over I would send it to Florida.
Roger Jenks Jr
2021 Bass Cat Lynx
250 Pro xs 4S Serial # 3B010758
Notice this morning oil sheen behind the boat. Can not tilt motor all the way under. Should be able to replace the o-ring?
Last edited by BassKat1; 02-29-2020 at 07:11 PM. Reason: Add
2010 BassCat Cougar
2010 Mercury 250 ProXS
Minn Kota 36V/112
Lowrance HDS 12's
Hydrowave
Never heard of one that will not go all the way down. But no mercury mechanics will rebuild a cylinder from what I have experienced. If you need something quick I would recommend buying the oem seals necessary for both trim cylinders and have a local shop they to repair it. If you have time I would send it to Florida to be repaired with warranty.
Roger Jenks Jr
2021 Bass Cat Lynx
250 Pro xs 4S Serial # 3B010758
Call Robbie at Propellor dynamics, thought I heard they have a merc. and Yamaha tech now.
Guess I should have been more specific. It’s not the main shaft cylinder but the cylinder with the 2 small shafts is leaking. Guess it’s just the seals
2010 BassCat Cougar
2010 Mercury 250 ProXS
Minn Kota 36V/112
Lowrance HDS 12's
Hydrowave
Piston rod seals. I have to replace mine on my Yamaha. I got the tool and seals . Just need to set time to do it.
Called Robbie, take her there tomorrow.
2010 BassCat Cougar
2010 Mercury 250 ProXS
Minn Kota 36V/112
Lowrance HDS 12's
Hydrowave
I'm glad to hear you are able to get it done.