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  1. #1
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    Merc vibration when trimmed all the way in?????

    I have a 2017 Merc 250 Pro XS. When the motor is trimmed in all the way on hole shot or when running there is a noticeable vibration felt thru the steering wheel. If I trim out just a hair it goes away. Never had this issue on my prior boats with same motor. It is a different brand boat though. Any ideas?

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    #2
    Mine does the same.

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    #3
    Your trimmed down to the "stop" if you just bump it up once the vibration goes away. Nothing wrong with your motor.
    Phillip "Wade" Norris
    2015 Ranger Z520C
    250 Merc Optimax Pro XS (S# 2B113454)
    25P Fury - 4 blade all holes open


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    #4
    It’s just the motor trim tabs making direct contact with the motor bracket/ trim rods while trimmed all the way in... transferring the motor vibration into your boat. Every boat does it.