Re: [OMC-Boats] Stringer Tilt solution

From: BreAnne Upcott <h2onsnow@...>
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:08:45 -0400

Sorry, I've been getting responses that dont pertain to my topic for some
reason. I'm not quit sure what you mean by cutting a new hole. My unit would
bolt up to all the original locations. no drilling or cutting involved.

On Wed, Aug 26, 2009 at 11:18 PM, Nexi <ohnoitsnexi@...> wrote:

> Funny how you've now responded to 2 other messages and mine still
> remains unanswered. I'll ask again.
>
> So this would require cutting a new hole in the transom and patching
> the old hole?
>
>
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> *From:* BreAnne Upcott <h2onsnow@...>
> *To:* Evinrude & Johnson Boats of the 1960's and 70's <
> omc-boats@...>
> *Sent:* Wednesday, August 26, 2009 10:44:58 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [OMC-Boats] Stringer Tilt solution
>
> 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 <h2onsnow@...>
>> *To:* Evinrude & Johnson Boats of the 1960's and 70's<omc-boats@...>
>> *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.
>>>
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>>> 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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