I tried 0.50mm monofilament fishing line... And it did not work, it broke off. Back to the tackle shop for some 0.80mm - success! (Silicone is c r a p!)
Anyhow, I got the old jack plate off by taking it apart and and using the fishing line to cut the silicone.
I thought I would put the new one on like the old came off except with less silicone. Unfortunately it did not fit. I had to cut the top off to fit below the metal rail on the transom. As I drive desks at work and am not used to handling power tools the result is not perfect but good enough for me.
The jackplate in place. New nuts on the transom and I am going to order new bolts for the engine. Everything new feels better.
The white on the engine is some grease that I spray on at every postrun rinse. I will clean it off when it is time to polish...
On the way back to the garage.
I hope I haven't messed things up. I measured from he floor to the anti cavitation plate when the engine was horisontal so I hope I can find my settings again.
Next time I will put this on:
Seastar Tournament Series HC6845s hydraulic steering cylinder.
Seastar HH5770-3 helm.
I also got the kevlar hoses, new steering wheel and Protrim. I didn't know that I would get the Protrim in the kit so I bought one on eBay so I have an extra now - one single and one double. I am not sure which one to use..? Recommendations anyone?
When the steering is in place I will service the engine for the summer followed by a big wash and polish. That's my to do list.