270 out drive tilt problem

[lifelesslived17]

im wondering how to adjust the locking mechanism, mine wont unlock and jumping into the water to beach or load the boat is quite embarrasing!

 

[RicardoMarine]

Consider yourself lucky.... most complain about the drive NOT staying locked down while reversing!

You must first have all parts working as they should.
This includes the push rod SEQ #43 and thrust sleeve SEQ #44 below.
As the Lift Out unit "Vice Rod" pressure plate contacts the thrust sleeve, the latch will automatically release, and the drive becomes ready for tilting by the Lift Out unit!

 

[sandkicker]

See:

http://home.comcast.net/~rfierro/pwpimages/CheckAdj.JPG

Use your browser to enlarge for better reading...

 

[lifelesslived17]

thanks guys, ill see to it that i get everything adjusted this week. hopefully by then my carb issues are taken care of as well.