89 evinrude trim

[Bill Collector]

The trim on my engine will go up VERY VERY SLOW and down at an OK pace. I've never messed with a trim motor before and I know this one is new. Previous owner replaced it. What's my first move addressing this? I checked the pump out and can't figure out where the fill and bleed screws are. Also, do I fill it with the engine up or down?<br /><br />Going to buy the manual today.

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: 89 evinrude trim

What is the horsepower?

 

[Bill Collector]

Re: 89 evinrude trim

40 horse.<br /><br />Thanks

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: 89 evinrude trim

Many times that type problem is due simply to loose connections, tight but dirty connections, or cables that might be corroded internally.<br /><br />In any case, all of the above, when engaging the electric tilt motor, would result in the cable/wiring at some point to become quite hot, and it gets hotter closer to the loose, dirty, or faulty portion of the cable.<br /><br />Carefully feel the wiring at various points to see if this might be the problem. Let us know what you find.