1999 Evinrude "EE" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 787021, Page 104Get this manual
Motor Tube Shortening42 Inch Foot Control Models 1Remove the steering housing from the motor tube as described in Section 3m
2Using pipe cutter with sharp cutting wheel, cut off tube at point shown in figure Be careful not to damage wires
3Remove burrs and sharp edges from tubeBe careful not to cut insulation on wiresDo not redrill hole CD in tubeThis hole is press fit for roll pin4Double back the wires about 134 in (45 mm), and wrap them with electrical tape Q)5Lubricate wires with CIVIC All-Purpose Marine Cleaner