3070 walk around rod storage hatch lifter broken

[reelfriend]

HAve 2000 3070 walk around hatch lifter makes noise but no lift .any ideas on how to open it to replace. Also how long is the actuator so I can be ready.

[reelfriend]

Job is done .Was told to force it open.Heres how to do it .Remove one of the tackle drawers under the seat.Pull the pin on the top of the actuator.Use a 2x3 and a few short blocks of wood to raise the hatch and block open.Remove the old actuator.The old actuator has a 14 inch stroke.It is not made anymore.You replace it with a 12"stroke actuator.The top bracket must be lowered 4 inches.You must drill 3- 1/4 inch holes 4 inches below the old bracket.Its between the tackle drawers.Crimp the two wires.Done