GASOLINE ENGINES SKI MODELS
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4. If coupling centerlines are not aligned or if coupling faces are more than .003 in. out of
parallel, adjust engine mounts.
a. TO ADJUST ENGINE UP OR DOWN: Loosen locking nut (a) on mounts requiring
adjustment and turn adjusting nuts in desired direction to raise or lower.
IMPORTANT: Both front mount (or rear mount) adjusting nuts must be turned equally
to keep engine level from side to side.
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c
a
b
a-Locking Nut
b-Adjusting Nut
c-Clamping Screw(s) and Nut(s), with Lockwasher(s)
b. TO MOVE ENGINE TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT: Loosen clamping screws and nuts
on all 4 mount brackets and move engine to the left or right as necessary to obtain
proper alignment. A small amount of adjustment can be obtained with slot on front
end of some mounts. Loosen lag screws (which fasten mounts to engine bed) and
move engine as required. Retighten lag screw securely.
NOTE: Some rear mounts have one (1) clamping screw and nut on each side.
IMPORTANT: Large diameter of mount trunnion MUST NOT extend over 1-3/4 in. (45
mm) from mount brackets on any of the mounts.
5. After engine has been properly aligned, secure engine mounts as shown.
6. Torque clamping screws and nuts on all 4 mount brackets to 50 lb-ft (68 Nm).
7. Tighten locknuts on all 4 mounts securely.