Power trim limit switch wires

[micktu]

The wires leading to the limit switch on my outdrive have rotted on one side at the switch. Is it ok to splice the wires in order to repair? If it matters the outdrive is a Bravo III.

 

[gcboat]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

Sure you can. Just make sure you use the same gauge wire - and if possible solder the connections followed with a waterproof or heat shrink tube. Make sure you put the tube on first.
Welcome to iboats.

 

[micktu]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

Thank you. I seem to have another problem. Where the wires broke off are butt up against the limit switch. I have no wire to connect new wires to. Is there a way for me to dissassemble the switch to install new wires?

 

[Frankiea87]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

hey im in same situation.. i looked at the link http://www.mercstuff.com/trima.htm and on number 8 and number 1... it shows only one bolt... on my 1987 mercruiser alpha one.. i have two bolts.. i can only get to one bolt with a socket and the upper bolt seems impossible w/out removing gimble housing i believe its called? any tips?

 

[smokeonthewater]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

they are VERY hard to get to and they often twist off.... take your time and good luck

 

[Frankiea87]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

socket is too small to get to the top bolt and i tried a bent open/closed wrench and just cant catch it ... any other ideas? need nose vise grips is my next option..

 

[smokeonthewater]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

I used an open end wrench

 

[Bondo]

Re: Power trim limit switch wires

April 22nd, 2009, 08:27 PM

Ayuh,... Frankie, don't hy-jack an Old thread about something similar to your problem, post a New thread about Your problem...

You need to do that in the I/O forum...
You also need to pull the gimbel housing to Fix your problem...