Honda 2hp Bolts

[Dutchman]

When i was trying to sort out engine problems the other day i noticed 2 bolts that tighten a part (swivel case) that half fits round the stem were loose (on picture on stem under the control arm). So i tightened them up but then the stem would not swivel around, so slackenend them off.

Should these bolts be tight? Or just enough so stem can swivel?

 

[Seabob]

My Mariner 3.3 has a wing nut on one side so you can tighten it up to set the motor in a straight line. Think that’s use on little sailboats where steerage is from main rudder. Leave them slack on a tender where the motor provides steerage.

 

[Topwater]

My Yamaha 4 has the same set up as Seabob. Maybe you need to some loctite threadlock Dutch? Dealer will be able to tell you

 

[Beach]

When i was trying to sort out engine problems the other day i noticed 2 bolts that tighten a part (swivel case) that half fits round the stem were loose (on picture on stem under the control arm). So i tightened them up but then the stem would not swivel around, so slackenend them off.

Should these bolts be tight? Or just enough so stem can swivel?
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If you are unsure what to do with outboards and how to maintain them, I suggest you go on a charter boat for fishing etc. Other alternative is to buy a manual and learn how to look after it. What worries me is you are going out to sea without a clue. Sorry if truth hurts but we don't want to hear about another person lost at sea.

 

[Dutchman]

yes there is a wing nut to tighten up on the side to stop it going round, but these are the two bolts that hold the clamp around the shaft.

 

[Dutchman]

If you are unsure what to do with outboards and how to maintain them, I suggest you go on a charter boat for fishing etc. Other alternative is to buy a manual and learn how to look after it. What worries me is you are going out to sea without a clue. Sorry if truth hurts but we don't want to hear about another person lost at sea.

I do have the manual, but it does not mention those bolts, it does mention the thumb screw. That is why i asked the question.

I do look after it, but illness and covid over the last couple of years prevented me using it.

No need to worry, YES i do have a clue and that is why i have asked the question before i use it on the water.

I do not go OUT to sea in the dingy that this engine fits, i only use it within a tidal estuary (i know still could be a dangerous place).
I always wear a life jacket when on the water either on my dingy or any other members fishing boats and on a yacht.

Thanks for your concerns about my safety.

 

[Beach]

I do have the manual, but it does not mention those bolts, it does mention the thumb screw. That is why i asked the question.

I do look after it, but illness and covid over the last couple of years prevented me using it.

No need to worry, YES i do have a clue and that is why i have asked the question before i use it on the water.

I do not go OUT to sea in the dingy that this engine fits, i only use it within a tidal estuary (i know still could be a dangerous place).
I always wear a life jacket when on the water either on my dingy or any other members fishing boats and on a yacht.

Thanks for your concerns about my safety.

Pleased to hear it Dutch, enjoy and tight lines

 

[Ianpick]

My out board has a steering friction lever that loosens the stem for close slow maneuvering and tightens it for longer faster straight line driving.
That's probably what the wing nut is for.
I hope your running that with it in a barrel of water. Don't want to teach you how to suck egges but the engine must be peeing while running.

 

[Dutchman]

My out board has a steering friction lever that loosens the stem for close slow maneuvering and tightens it for longer faster straight line driving.
That's probably what the wing nut is for.
I hope your running that with it in a barrel of water. Don't want to teach you how to suck egges but the engine must be peeing while running.

No pee pipe, Its air cooled!