Volvo outdrive stuck to pivot housing

[tdc720]

I have a Volvo Penta DP-SM 1999. I have had the boat for 8 years. I take the outdrive off every year to grease u-joints and gimbal bearing. Last year I didn't. Now the outdrive is stuck to pivot housing. I decided to unbolt the pivot housing and cut the water tube hoping that I could tap the pivot housing off with a sledge and 2x4 while on an outdrive stand. It won't budge. I sprayed penetrating oil in the small opening at the top between the housing and outdrive hoping to loosen things up. I put the six mounting nuts back on far enough so I can hit studs without damaging the threads. No movement. I think it's stuck on the bearing carrier. Does anyone have a technique that I am missing. Input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Docksidemarineservices]

Reattach the pivots and use the trim pistons to push it out. You can use a piece of 2x4 between the drive and swim platform to keep it from tilting up.

 

[tdc720]

Sounds like that would work. You think the trim pistons are strong enough? It won't blows the seals?

 

[Docksidemarineservices]

The trim pistons are strong enough to lift the boat.

 

[tdc720]

Pure genius. You just saved me a lot of headache. Thanks so much.