OMC Cobra Trim Tilt Cylinder & Hydraulic Line Diagnosis

[@globaltraders1338]

Quick question, I was trying to lower the stern and forgot to remove the trim and tilt lock covers....so of course was going down....its working fine but can you damage anything if your lowering the stern for about 10 seconds of those locks were in place...seemed fine, but also surprised it didn't bend the hydraulic cylinders or damage the pump

[@big001]

Hi do you have some ideas , how make faster aq280 1.61/1 Volvo Penta

[@MrJelojose]

Thank for the info , i release the hydraulic lines on the same exact unit how do you fill it. Is it the red plug in the image that you’re showing?

[@michaelromer2016]

It's the red plug, whatever you do, don't over fill it. The unit will explode and I've seen it happen. Keep the reservoir level.

[@jameshardiek4419]

and p.s. thanks for all the very valuable info.

[@michaelromer2016]

Glad you like the videos!

[@parkermenlove5451]

Hi Michael, you mention a video at 3:08 on how to properly fill the cylinders. Do you have a link to that video? Thanks!

[@dirkloyder1258]

What is the correct hydraulic fluid to put into that pump I have the same one can you please tell me thank you so much??!!

[@michaelromer2016]

I use automatic transmission fluid.

[@jacquelinecaligiuri2104]

Do you have a video on how to replace an OMC Cobra trim tilt hydraulic line engine side?

[@michaelromer2016]

I don’t, but I can film that for you. Please hit that subscribe button to get notified. I’ll shoot the video this week.

[@jacquelinecaligiuri2104]

Michael Romer thank you!

[@ricktelezinski6352]

Will this cause the outdrive to be stuck in the down position ?

[@michaelromer2016]

Absolutely!

[@odelahoya1]

What oil is inside the pump would that be where the hydraulic oil goes

[@michaelromer2016]

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[@odelahoya1]

Michael Romer thanks how much does it need

[@jameshardiek4419]

Hey could I get a link to the previous videos you reference here, I have subscribed but cannot find the trim rebuild series

[@michaelromer2016]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXaymX-sopmFms0

[@michaelromer2016]

If you can still find the trim pump repair kit, use that link I sent you. I haven't checked if they started making the rebuild kits again, but just in case they still haven't--buy one of these instead: www.sterndrive.info/id445.html

[@KmKeehbauch89]

Hi Michael, thanks for the info! Unfortunately all my fluid leaked out after I didn't have the correct nuts for the hydraulic lines. I have the stern drive all the way up and supported. Is there a specific method to add the hydraulic fluid(different tilt angle)? Or just add fluid through the red cap? Also, how to ensure no air in the lines? Thanks!

[@mrzif0013]

mike, how do you feel about swaping a 5.0 volvo/pent out of my 96' 4winns 238 vista for an outboard. i got caught by the early freeze and the core plugs popped out!

[@michaelromer2016]

Oh no! What did you end up doing? I'm not a fan of an outboard swap.

[@timweber9417]

How does this help me if I want to fix a problem with my tilt/trim and get to the lake tomorrow? But I do know how to effectively use straps to hold up an outdrive now. Oh wait I already knew that!!! If I were you I would take Diagnosis out of the title and just call it how to suspend your outdrive for a week with a couple of 1/4" fittings!

[@ericneering6357]

You can hold your outdrive up it doesn’t weigh that much you just grab it by the end and hold onto it and then take your ratchet strap off and you should be able to hold it and then let it go

[@nickbutenko7204]

“Wear protective shoes” 9:35

[@johnlawson1389]

Stupid newbie question?? Where is the trim tilt fluid reservoir? I have the same pump as your boat.

[@sony9675]

here is a link to my thread for help. you can see photo and description here. any help to fix this leaking tilt/trim line? forums.iboats.com/forum/engine-repair-and-maintenance/omc-i-o-inboard-engines-outdrives/10726699-trim-tilt-line-leak-repair-help

[@michaelromer2016]

Yep, looks like you cross threaded that one--ouch