1976 Johnson 55 power tilt problems! HELP!

andyroo54

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Hi,<br />A coupple of friends and i bought this boat and the infamous engine s years ago, and although ive been its only mechanic it still runs beautifully.<br />BUT the tilt motor stopped working and we sent it away to get fixed, but now that its back, apparently the actual hydrolics have "seized up" . Apparently it hasnt been greased for ages, and has stuck fast. I dont know exactly whats wrong, but if anyone has had the same problem , or knows how to fix it, PLEASE HELP ME!!
 

andyroo54

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Re: 1976 Johnson 55 power tilt problems! HELP!

Also, the tilt pump was away for around 4 months, in which time the engine was in an upright position, i dont know if this helps, but i thought it may be important.One more thing, the boat, before we bought it, was in a paddock for two years, and it was fine when we used it, so why after 4 months did it stuff up?
 
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