Transmission Fitting Cotter Pins
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2005 9:39 am
A heads up. Two weeks ago we lost control of the port transmission on MV/34-51 due to an improperly intalled cotter pin which holds the barrel bolt which connects the transmission shifitng lever to the transmission control cable. The pin was installed with both wings folded in the same direction and over time the pin worked out, allowing the bolt to wiggle free, and then no control. Fortunately happened at a slow speed.
Checked the other engine this past weekend and found the same situation. Tried bending the wing and the pin fell apart in my hand.
Upshot--we probably ought to make a habit of checking that little cotter pin. Replacements are available to West Marine for about 25 cents (stainless steel).
Checked the other engine this past weekend and found the same situation. Tried bending the wing and the pin fell apart in my hand.
Upshot--we probably ought to make a habit of checking that little cotter pin. Replacements are available to West Marine for about 25 cents (stainless steel).