Tru-course steering removal from 1976 OMC Stringer

[76Raven200]

So, Yesterday I funeralized the hull that my log-in came from. Goodbye to 1800 lbs of saturated foam and delaminated hull.

I'm have removed the motor and i/o drive and want to disconnect / salvage the tru-course steering.

Here is my question: How do I remove the shaft from the drive that has the gear on it? Part No. 17 depicted below. Do I have to completely remove the out drive from the block? If so, is the rectangular portion of the housing filled with oil?

Thanks for the feedback!
JPM

#14, there on each side, remove the 2 bolts, remove caps ,carefully slide drive back and away from the ball gears and safely support the drive from falling .

 

[rs2k]

Re: Tru-course steering removal from 1976 OMC Stringer

I'm not sure, I've never had to work on that side of a stringer.

Here's a book that should give you the answer though.

http://www.4shared.com/file/102988421/c4f26d54/OMC_64-86.html


Try searching for tru-course.

 

[76Raven200]

Re: Tru-course steering removal from 1976 OMC Stringer

rs2K:
Thanks! I'll have to read up on this!
Most appreciated.

Another question:
How difficult should it be to remove the intermediate housing from the bell housing adapter? After taking the nuts off the studs, it doesn't slide off freely. Should I apply force? Use a cold chisel to break the gasket seal?

Best Regards,
JPM

 

[76Raven200]

Re: Tru-course steering removal from 1976 OMC Stringer

Disregard the removal question. A four pound leather mallet provided enough encouragement to disconnect the drive. Came off pretty easily, considering it was the first time since it was assembled in '76.

Now to refurbish the engine and get the 1:1 velvet drive (or equivalent) installed!

Woo Hoo!
JPM

 

[WizeOne]

Re: Tru-course steering removal from 1976 OMC Stringer

I hope you did not waste the Tru-Course cable assy. It's worth a few bucks on ebay.

 

[76Raven200]

Re: Tru-course steering removal from 1976 OMC Stringer

"Don't throw that away! We may need it some day."

Tru-course is in the inventory of parts to keep. I'm wondering if, when I build my plywood inboard boat, if I can use the Tru-course to steer the rudder? I have a little cyphering to do to figure that out. Thinking that parallel shafts and a proper gear ration and I'm in business. Might have to consult my mechanical engineering friends since I'm a civil.

Thoughts or comments?

As for the stern drive... I have a good friend named Craig.