Recently became the owner of a classic ol' 1977 Marlin 201. The 302 Ford with OMC electric shift outdrive I'm told is a bit of an handful to maintain, but after sitting for about 3 years, a fresh tank of fuel, and a carb rebuild, the engine purs and shifts smooth. Now for the question.
It has the older selectrim system on the stringer drive that works when the boat is at idle. But when the throttle is applied hard to jump up on plane, the Engine lifts to bow down position extending the trim pistons fully. Is this supposed to happen? Grady White wasn't sure. Obviously, the boat is able to run with the engine in this position by design. I just wouldn't think it would change position without input from the operator.
I considered the fluid level in the hydraulic pump and will top it of next day off. Anyone have any knowledge of this system and know if this will change the trim operation?
It has the older selectrim system on the stringer drive that works when the boat is at idle. But when the throttle is applied hard to jump up on plane, the Engine lifts to bow down position extending the trim pistons fully. Is this supposed to happen? Grady White wasn't sure. Obviously, the boat is able to run with the engine in this position by design. I just wouldn't think it would change position without input from the operator.
I considered the fluid level in the hydraulic pump and will top it of next day off. Anyone have any knowledge of this system and know if this will change the trim operation?