The trim cylinder on my 120 hp started leaking suddenly and when i took it apart to reseal, I discovered a gouge on the shaft. The shaft will not reseal and must be replaced. The gouge was caused by failure of a steel plate located over the point where the shaft presses on the moveable member of the mount. I recommend an inspection if you have a Force with tilt and trim. To inspect raise the motor all the way up and look underneath where the piston contacts the moveable element. If it is damaged, replace it now. a new cylinder is going to cost me a bundle---if I can find one.
