Rufus and Jr.,

Thanks for the tips. Definitely need to adress the lower pivot on the one housing and will replace the boots at the same time.

I'm tempted to test the transom / gimbal housing seal with trial by fire next season. There are no traces of leaks on the transom, the transom wood is solid, and I have a particular skill at taking something good and making it bad. I'm trying to get this flatdeck back onto the water ASAP!!

I appreciate the help. Randy