I need to know diameter, thread and length of the socket head cap screw that holds the lower unit on under the anode. I'm guessing I won't find it at home depot.
I need to know diameter, thread and length of the socket head cap screw that holds the lower unit on under the anode. I'm guessing I won't find it at home depot.
I think the head size is different than standard. I ordered mine from Don. Not that expensive and is the right bolt.
I'm not worried about cost, just not sure if the Marina's will be open on the holiday. I changed the water pump, lower unit fluid, did some rewiring, bought a new starter battery and this bolt is the only thing holding me back.I saw the anode was missing and bought a new one, came with a new bolt, wish I had looked closer before I pulled the lower unit. I want to get it wet tomorrow, but I'll wait if I can't get the right part. Hopefully they'll be open and I can get the part in the morning.
Order the bolt for Don......I have ran mine without that bolt......You will be fine!!!
Jason
<table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by 1outlaw »</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">Order the bolt for Don......I have ran mine without that bolt......You will be fine!!!</td></tr></table>
Run it. Not having the anode for a few trips, won't hurt anything. There are 3 different anode locations. Missing one is not big deal.
Bob, Matt is missing the bolt "under" the anoid that is the 5th fastner to hold up the lower unit..
Ahhhh. Sorry my mistake. I would not run without that one.
Matt, do you still need the info?
The bolt is M12 X 35mm, 1.75P. It's not special. Other than the fact that you can't fit the socket for it's hex head equivalent in the hole to tighten it up. The SHCS in that length isn't a Home Depot buy, 40mm is easier to find. The Marina had the washer, but I had to get the bolt somewhere else, it's grade 8.8 so no worries. It was a pain in the ass to find it, but it's all tightened up now.
Glad to hear you got it fixed.
Sometimes it would be nice if engine/boat/car manufacturers used standard off-the-shelf hardware. I don't know how many times I have had to go buy something special.
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