Get Your Drive Moving Again.

Your boat's Power Trim and Tilt system is essential for performance and trailering. It relies on extreme hydraulic pressure held in by rubber seals. In the saltwater environment of Long Beach, corrosion attacks the aluminum ram housings and the stainless steel piston rods, eventually chewing up the seals.

When these fail, your outboard or sterndrive might drift down while running, refuse to lift, or leak expensive hydraulic fluid into the harbor. We provide expert rebuild services to save you the massive cost of buying a complete new trim assembly.

Rebuild vs. Replace

A new OEM trim unit can cost upwards of $3,000. In many cases, a professional rebuild is a smarter, more cost-effective option.

• Seal Kit Installation: We disassemble the rams and replace all internal O-rings, wiper seals, and piston seals with high-quality marine-grade components.
• Shaft Polishing: If the stainless steel rams have minor pitting or scoring, we polish them smooth to ensure the new seals last.
• End Cap Replacement: The aluminum caps often corrode and fuse to the housing. We have the specialized tools and heat induction techniques to remove stubborn caps without cracking the cylinder housing.
• System Bleeding: After reassembly, we flush the system with fresh hydraulic fluid and bleed out all air bubbles for smooth, non-jerky operation.

Signs Your Trim System Needs Attention

• The "Oil Slick": You see a rainbow sheen on the water behind your boat when you operate the trim.
• Drifting Down: You trim the engine up, but it slowly creeps back down over a few hours or days.
• Jerky Movement: The engine jumps or shudders when moving up or down (indicating air in the system or low fluid).
• Stuck Fast: The motor runs, but the drive won't budge.

Why Choose Breeze Marine?

• We Tackle the Tough Ones: Many shops won't touch salty, corroded trim rams because they are difficult to take apart. We have the experience to handle seized components.
• Mobile Service: We can often remove the rams right at your slip or in your driveway, take them to our shop for a rebuild, and reinstall them quickly.

Is Your Outboard Stuck?

Don't force it and burn out the electric trim motor. Call us for a hydraulic repair solution.