I'm new to this but have done some research so will try to give enough information.<br /><br />I just purchased an older pontoon with a 25hp Mariner. The original owner added a mechanism to allow the motor to be tilted. I believe it is a hydraulic lift.<br /><br />Info on the lift control:<br />Dole Fluid Power Product<br />Arrow Machine Manufacturing<br />Model S-P500<br /><br />I have searched & can find no info on either company name.<br /><br />To lower the motor, you loosen a screw-type cap. To lift the motor, you tighten the screw-type cap & pump a handle. It worked very nicely at first. It still lowers fine, but when I try to lift the motor, it only lifts part way & then I no longer feel resistance when I pump the handle.<br /><br />Although the fluid appeared to be pretty full, I was told to add some car brake fluid. This had not no affect--still only tilts up part way.<br /><br />I didn't post in the boat motor forum as this is not an electronic system. Hope I'm doing this correctly.<br /><br />I really would like to get a manual, but can't find a source. Hope someone might be able to help.
