Tilt trim issues

[reedkj]

2001 Evinrude 175 hp (model E175FSLSI) S/N G 04946935

Pistons are leaking... bought the new gasket and seal kit for $70 bucks got a quote for the labor at over $300, question is can I do this myself. Company I work for has a full time mechanic that can walk me through anything I cannot do mechanically myself but will it be worth the heartache?

Thanks in advance

[Bassmeister]

Usually the top cap wiper and seals will fix it, the assembly has to come off the rig to replace. If you've experience with hydraulics then you can save $$$ but other wise I would pay and have it done right.

[reedkj]

Our mechanic just rebuilt our 70TN P and H hydraulic crane so he has a little experience. What exactly do you mean the top cap wiper?

[ChampioNman]

The top cap of the trim pistons have a rubber "wiper" (seal) on them you need a spanner wrench or a special trim piston to remove them. It is all one piece.

[reedkj]

10-4 anything else?

[ChampioNman]

That should do it.