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SOS Merc. Alpha Drive
Hi all,
I fixed my drive problem and wanted to let you know how I handled it. I removed the pistons and took them apart. I found that the upper part of the piston was dry most likely because I stored it over the winter in the up position. I removed the old oil and sprayed it well with a lubricant. That did not solve the whole problem. The main thing was to free the piston. After bending two pipe clamps trying to budge it, I used my boat lift and a 4x4 to press it. Changed the seals and am back in business. The pistons are more or less self bleeding but I had to run the boat and depress the down switch to really get it working right. Thank to all who offered help. George "William Nitz" wrote in message om... Probably not air, but a bad relay switch. But to get it down all you need is a 3/8 wrench and a bowl. Place bowl under connection, loosen and push down on outdrive. bowl will catch fluid and retighten.....then to shop. If you have a stern trim switch, look there........e "George Adamovich" wrote in message et... Hello all, Need help getting started. My Merc Alpha drive is in the up position and can't get it down. Drive motor runs. I suspect air in the lines but don't know the procedure to bleed them. Any help appreciated. George |
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