1998 merc 115 hp tilt tube nut

[nitro1]

Does anybody know how to get the port side nut off of the tilt tube so I can replace the nut with a new one because seal has gone bad!

[boats.net]

With an impact wrench or put second nut on other side to use as jam nut so can hold tube from turning.

[nitro1]

1998 merc tilt tube nut

With an impact wrench or put second nut on other side to use as jam nut so can hold tube from turning.

Thanks I will give that a try!