Whats the best way to raise my outboard? Wanting to raise two holes, but what is the safest way? 1997 merc 2.5
Whats the best way to raise my outboard? Wanting to raise two holes, but what is the safest way? 1997 merc 2.5
Lifting ring and a hoist is the safest, fastest way. You can buy a ring for around $40 - $50 from a Merc dealer (such as European Marine!). You could have the job done in seriously 10 - 15 minutes.
If you don't have access to a hoist, I would probably just take it into a dealer. Mine was only going to charge me $50 to change the mounting hole position, but wanted $400-$500 to install a hydraulic jackplate, so I bought the lifting ring and did it myself.
Willie
Do not attempt this on your own UNLESS you have the following:
-Appropriate engine hoist
-904551 Lifting Ring
If you have these items, and basic hand-tools, it's a relatively simple process.
Just remember to seal the bolt shanks at the transom.... and apply sealant between the engine/transom or the engine/jackplate as appropriate.
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Thanks, I knew they made something for lifting just couldn't think of what it was called. I have all the other stuff needed. Don't need to seal bolts as has a set back plate. Thanks again guys.
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