60hp Evinrude 1983 - How Do You Tilt?

[Klink]

My neighbor has a 1983 60hp Evinrude E60ELCTB, the model has no power trim & tilt. If I'm on the ground or a sandbar, I can tilt it up , however from the boat I don't see any way anyone could tilt this engine out, it is heavy, although that I could still handle, however, I would need someone to hold me down, a counterweight, so I could lift it up. There has got to be a better way. It is well lubricated and moves smoothly. Any suggestions besides buy a used power trim & tilt?

 

[fdrgator]

These have been around for about 40 years. Now made by Dotline. Call marineengine to see if they have them. If not, they are available on line. Google them

 

[Klink]

That Dotline model says can handle up to a 75hp. The Garelick/EEz-In versions, they have a curved (for modern engines with a curve top cowling)and a straight model like the Dotline) say maximum 40hp. The Dotline does look sturdier and spreads the weight over a bigger base.

We'll see if it can handle a 60hp.

Thanks!

 

[Klink]

Found some other reviews online on the Dotline where people are using it for 85hp, and for 125hp Merc, so my neighbors 60hp should be easy.

 

[johnnygjr]

Used one on a 65 merc 45 years ago worked great before power t/t was readily avaiable