Re: [OMC-Boats] Stringer Tilt solution

I've followed this thread with interest and think BC's observations
and comments hit the nail squarely on the head.

As a community we should welcome anyone with 30+ years experience
working on OMC sterndrives and hang in there until we see where this
project goes. Regardless of the nature of the original inquiry
I do confess to some degree of doubt but will eagerly await the
outcome. My take is the original OEM Prestolite ETK-4102 (still
available from BRP/OMC) is far superior to the Chinese knock offs and
worth the extra cost (far more than $100).
Given a little TLC and proper electro-mechanical maintenance, the OMC
power Tilt will provide years of use and protection and underwater
(forward) blows. It is a prone to mis-use and misunderstanding. Is
there a market for a patented modification? Maybe.

As I've studies in detail all the OMC Boat owners galley photos that
Phil has posted (and urge everyone to do the same) I think there are
only a couple of owners who have converted to 400-800 Series (78-85)
Stringers that featured Hydro-mechanical shifting. But these are also
called stringers and shared a very similar design philosophy with very
similar ball-gear and the "floating" intermediate housing and similar
upper gearcase designs as well as the electric word-gear tilt motor.

To Answer BC question, I breakdown the OMC Stringers into the
following groups:

A) 1962 -1968 Original small diameter, removable, "bullet " gear case
as used on V4 outboards and V4 I/O's 80, 88, 90 and a very few 110 hp
Chevy-4's

B) 1964 -1967-1/2 Large diameter, integral gear case, with aux oil
pump, original 14.25 dia props, and 4-bolt top cover.

C) 1967-1/2 - 1971-1/2 Large diameter, integral case, no aux oil
pump, will take 14.00 dia props, 5-bolt top cover

D) 1971-1/2 - 1974 Similar to above with minor changes to
intermediate housing

E) 1974 - 1977 Down-firing underwater exhaust introduced (last of the
electric shift stringers)

F) 1978 - 1985 400/800 Series with thru-prop exhaust, gear case design
adapted from outboards, featured Hydro-mechanical shifting)

So let's all be patient and see where this goes.

BTW, I didn't get much of a response on the Single-lever (Johnson/OMC
and OMC Binnacle-mount) shifter switch group buy? I may go ahead and
make the investment myself, but I'd like to know how much interest
there is? BRP's price is 0vcer $440 and I'm looking at under $200
each. Again, any interest from this group?

Lee

On Aug 26, 2009, at 9:44 PM, BC Howk wrote:

> BreAnne,
>
> While I appreciate that you are innovating a solution for the tilt
> system and am myself curious about it.....I think I'm a little bit
> with Andy on this one, not insulted at all, but curious what your
> point is.
>
> If you are trying to see if people here will BUY your system? here
> are a couple of questions for you.
>
> You stated that the solution is for the 400 and 800 outdrives,
> correct? So for the group, how many of you have a 400 or 800
> outdrive? Maybe Lee could help me out here, but I don't think OMC
> started using 400's till the mid 70's and therefore NOBODY with a
> Johnson or Evinrude Boat should have one, right? So the next logical
> question, will the new solution work on the older stringers too? My
> guess is that the solution COULD be adapted but without any
> info...who knows...Maybe you could send us a link when you get your
> patent sorted?
>
> I have had some issues with the tilt motor in my 40 year old boat,
> true, AND as I recently broadcasted to the group, was an IDIOT and
> ran my boat into the rocks and am therefore OH SOOOO grateful that I
> had the clutch system in place to prevent SERIOUS damage to my
> outdrive, So if my choice is to save 100 bucks every 40 years or so
> on a tilt Motor OR deal with a clutch pack that has NEVER failed and
> in FACT recently saved my behind from several thousand dollar
> repair, I'll choose what I have 6 days a week and twice on
> Sunday...So without any more info, I MUST side with Andy here my
> tilt system is pretty darn good, if you ask me...
>
> Not trying to be rude here, sir, and let me respectfuly reiterate I
> am INTERESTED in your solution, however this is a pretty savy group
> that loves their boats. If you are a fellow OMC Boat lover, please
> stick around, we can always use fresh perspectives and experienced
> advice...however, IMHO request you restrain from touting a solution
> you cannot share until you can share it, please.
>
> Looking forward to reading about your innovation and wishing great
> success for your patent.
>
> Respectfuly,
> B.C.
>
> On Aug 26, 2009, BreAnne Upcott <h2onsnow@...> wrote:
>
> Andy,
> I'm sorry you took that as an insult, but if I show you a picture
> or illustration at this point, It negates my legal responsibility
> until the patent is filed and I have protection. You cant be mad at
> me for following the rules. Your lucky as far as the longevity of
> your tilt system. You obviously maintain well. KUDOS. I've been
> repairing the stringers for over 31 years and have seen my fair
> share of frustrated customers. People in general that owned these
> boats were not in state of mind to do repairs, let alone maintain
> fluids. Do a little more Due Diligence before monkeying up my back.
> its one of the reasons many people scrubbed their attempt to repair
> it ( the clutch pack (N/A) and expense of the motor.Avg $100.00 (a
> mediocre motor for that stress application). I have seen people bolt
> their clutch packs together so it tilts. A dangerous remedy for
> lower end underwater collisions. The clutch pack was designed to
> slip in the event of an underwater obstacle. Mine will do the same,
> but not in the same location as the clutch pack It is also a
> reduction gear setup, so the outdrive does not drop down at the
> original rate. I'm sure you have experience with relieving your
> finger off the switch so the outdrive doesn't slam down so hard.
> There are other better features included that make it virtually
> maintenance free. Like I stated in the previous post, I will be
> adding Illustrations after the patent has been finalized.
> Thank you
>
> On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 10:17 PM, Andy Perakes <aperakes@...
> > wrote:
> Apologies for my bluntness here, but if you can't tell me anything
> about it then don't waste my time not telling me about it! I've got
> 42 years (and going) on my ORIGINAL tilt -- I hardly call that a bad
> design.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: BreAnne Upcott
> To: Evinrude & Johnson Boats of the 1960's and 70's
> Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 6:58 PM
> Subject: Re: [OMC-Boats] Stringer Tilt solution
>
> I'm not at liberty to send any illustrations at this point since its
> in the middle of being patented.
>
> On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 4:55 PM, Scott Veazie
> <scottveazie@...> wrote:
> Do you have an illustration on how this would be done? I'm curious,
> sounds like a great idea, for future problems down the road that
> might pop up with the old system.
>
> Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:30:57 -0400
> From: h2onsnow@...
> To: omc-boats@...
> Subject: Re: [OMC-Boats] Stringer Tilt solution
>
>
> The stringer outdrives were made by the Omc Corp. and used in
> evinrude, johnson sterndrive boats as well as Thompson and others.
> They have a direct drive electric motor with a worm gear and oil
> bath clutch pack for tilting the outdive. The clutch packs are no
> longer available and the design was tough on the motor, especially
> at around 100.00 for just the motor. The motor was also close to the
> flor of the boat which induced moisture buildup. My system would
> eliminate the need for the clutch pack and reduce the stress put on
> the motor for longer motor life. And relocate the motor higher for
> less moisture buildup.
>
> On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 2:56 PM, Justin DeSantis <duc1098desmo@...
> > wrote:
> When you say solution, what problem are you solving? And which boats
> use those outdrives?
>
> On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 10:28 AM, Bre<h2onsnow@...> wrote:
> > I have come up with a solution for the tilt system for the
> stringer, 400 and
> > 800 outdrives. I am trying to find a market for it and would like
> feedback
> > on the need for this improvement. Just a glimps of what it would
> include is
> > no need for any clutch pack and easier mounting for the motor.
> > Thank you.
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