Help removing trim cylinders

[rbrewer]

I have a 1992 Volvo penta DP outdrive with leaking hydraulic trim cylinders. I cannot remove the pins that hold the cylinders on the transom shield. I have tried the special tool that you fill with grease and hit with a hammer with no luck. I'm trying to do this without removing the engine or drive. Any suggestions? Volvo does not sell a rebuilding kit for these cylinders but other people say that it can be done by matching up the parts at a hydraulic shop. If this is true can I disassemble cylinders without removing the half that is attached to the transom plate?

 

[Don S]

Re: Help removing trim cylinders

Did you remove the lock bolts that hold the pin in? (Inside the boat)

When they get corroded in there, I normally have to pull the engine and transom shield out so you can use heat (oxy/act torch) and a slide hammer to get them loose.