Damage and leaking on SHO power trim and tilt reservoirs had us scratching our heads as it isn’t a common occurrence. Here’s what we’ve found. It didn’t take too long to discover what was happening; improper devices were used to support the motors while trailering. Most users know it’s a good idea to support a […]
Category: Power Trim And Tilt
Trim And Tilt Removal On XTO Offshore Models
The power trim and tilt unit (also called the PTT and PT&T) is an important mechanism that allows the motor to angle up or down. The correct trim angle helps the boat achieve the proper attitude (i.e., the relationship between the bow and the stern) and is responsible for the smoothness of the ride. It […]
PTT Relay
The Service manual provides the correct procedure for testing the Power Trim & Tilt (PTT) relay, but the procedure can be a little vague. In this article we will provide more detail about operation and testing. Relays are an electromechanical device commonly used to allow a circuit with a small amount of current flow to […]