Yamaha T9.9 electric tilt motor cover corrosion

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Yamaha T9.9 electric tilt motor cover corrosion

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Has anyone run into the need to change the cover of the electric tilt motor on the T9.9? The Yamaha site shows it as a $467.30 part, when the entire assembly is only $410. I called Fair Winds Marina and they confirmed it. I am hoping they were just reading the same site I was and there is really a less expensive alternative.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!

Eric
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Re: Yamaha T9.9 electric tilt motor cover corrosion

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Have you had any luck getting the cover only? Could an after market cover be molded?

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No luck yet. Still looking... I'll let you know what I find.
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Re: Yamaha T9.9 electric tilt motor cover corrosion

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My sympathies Eric they all do it. All my Yamahas and Honda lift motor housing rusted. I was able to inhibit further damage with CRC’s Marine Heavy Duty Corrosion Inhibitor. When applied it creates a heavy thick wax film that blocks water to any surface. The coating is dark amber in color and sticky so it’s not pretty but the fish don’t mind. I use it on new equipment and mini propane tanks for the boat grill too (you know how they rust up fast). Practical Sailor rated the best. Ray
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