Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Engine tilt release screw (1995 Johnson Oceanruner / 1987 Outrage 18)

Posted by srej on 07/06/15 - 10:32 AM
#1

This weekend I had to use the manual tilt release screw to lower my engine. (1995 Johnson Oceanpro)
I had a very hard time turning the screw (screwdrive+vice grips)
I stripped it slightly and I would like to replace the screw with a new one.
Does anyone have any experience replacing the screw.
Can I just take it out without draining the fluid?

Thanks
srej

Posted by Phil T on 07/07/15 - 12:15 PM
#2

The screw is a valve bypass. I doubt is is just a screw.

Check a OEM shop (service) manual.