See full version: Intermittent Trim issue - late 80s Mercury 115
On the 3rd, I Charged the battery and tried the trim and only got clicks when tried in each direction. Went and bled the system and it trimmed and tilted fine in both directions. Starter and test ran the motor and everything was fine with it beyond burning through a little of last year's fuel.
Went back to it earlier today on my lunch break. Double checked all my fuses and bullet connectors. Tried the trim and it worked fine in both directions, several times. Tried it again when I got home from work and the down trim engaged once briefly, otherwise just clicking in each direction. here
I have no idea how old the trim motor is or if it has ever been changed. My gut instinct is that it's now time to replace/rebuild the trim motor. Suggestions to try before going that route?
Came back on the morning of the 4th to check everything again and give it a quick touch up cleaning. Motor is still fine. Trim was now not operating, only clicking when engaged in either direction. I moved the pin on the outboard mount and went and had a pleasurable ride that afternoon just without operable trim.
Trim Cylinder Hose for Mercruiser and Pleasurecraft Length: 14" 1/8" Fittings Drive Applications: 120, 140 1970-1973 (Serial No. 2791957-3780849) 120, 140 1974-1982 (Serial No.
Sierra 18-2107 Power Trim Hose Sierra replacement power trim hose for MC-I drives w/ in-line engines (s/n 2763442-6225576) Hose Length: 21" Fitting Size: 1/8" Interchangeable.
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This is a longer replacement trim pump connector hose kit for use when you want to relocate your outdrive trim pump and the stock hoses come up short. They are made from stainless braided line with a clear rubber protector for easy cleaning and longevity of the hose.
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T hat motor's 7 years old.
P art is no longer available.
W e lose $ on service!
EPA made me do it!
P arts at central warehouse, you'll get them next month.
W e don't make parts for those.
W e only do warranty work.
O ur techs only fix late models.
N o clue what's wrong! So we'll work time & material. more
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