slpit tilt/trim cylinder

[stubblejumper]

I went out to trim up my 75hp Mercury 4 stroke engine after installing the batteries,and the engine only lifted a short ways before stopping.Hydraulic oil was pouring onto the ground,and I noticed a long split in the tilt cylinder.The boat has not been used since last fall and it worked fine then.The trim worked after the last use.Any ideas as to the cause?

 

[stubblejumper]

Re: slpit tilt/trim cylinder

I spoke with my dealer this morning,and apparently this is not all that uncommon.He suspects a defect with the cylinder casting,and he assures me that it is covered by warranty.